About this session
Lie back, get comfortable and let the sound do most of the work.
Gong & Sound Meditation is a guided listening experience built around the layered tones of gongs and complementary sound instruments.
Participants settle into a comfortable seated or reclined position while the facilitator builds the soundscape, from quiet tones and spacious pauses to fuller resonance, then back to stillness. No meditation experience is needed, and online sessions work with headphones.
What your people take away
- Settle into a comfortable position and listen
- Experience resonant sound and quieter, spacious passages
- Use sound as a simple anchor for attention
- Take a real break from task mode
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30 minutes
30 Minutes — Key Points: Settle inA focused 30-minute session on the essentials of Settle in: orientation, guided settling and choose your position.
- Orientation
- Guided settling
- Choose your position
Covers Settle in, in brief.
60 minutes
60 Minutes — Settle inParticipants settle in with a short orientation and guided settling practice.
- Settle in
- Live Q&A
Covers 1 of 4 parts: Settle in.
90 minutes
90 Minutes — The sound journeyBuilds on the 60-minute session. Participants also experience a gradual sound journey from single tones to fuller resonance.
- Settle in
- The sound journey
- Live Q&A
Covers 2 of 4 parts: Settle in and The sound journey.
3 hours
3 Hours — Return and reflectBuilds on the 90-minute session. Participants also return gently and leave with a simple listening practice.
- Settle in
- The sound journey
- Return and reflect
- Live Q&A
Covers 3 of 4 parts: Settle in, The sound journey and Return and reflect.
Full day
Full Day — A Full Day of Sound SessionsSeveral sound journeys through the day, for example in a quiet room at a larger event, so more people can join.
- Settle in
- The sound journey
- Return and reflect
- Extended immersion
- Live Q&A
Covers all 4 parts.
What’s covered
Settle in
Every length- OrientationThe facilitator explains what to expect and how to get comfortable.
- Guided settlingA short practice helps the group arrive and slow down.
- Choose your positionParticipants sit or recline, and can adjust at any time.
The sound journey
90 minutes and longer- Gradual buildSingle tones appear and fade, then begin to overlap.
- Fuller resonanceThe gong and supporting instruments build richer layers of sound.
- Sound and silenceQuieter passages leave space to notice the silence between sounds.
Return and reflect
3 hours and longer- Gradual reorientationThe sound fades and the facilitator guides the group back.
- Notice the differenceParticipants notice how they feel after the session.
- A simple listening practiceEveryone leaves with a short way to use sound as an attention anchor.
Extended immersion
Full day only- Longer journeyThe 90-minute immersion allows a longer, deeper sound journey.
- Gong and bowlsSessions can add singing bowls or other instruments.
- Gentler optionA gentler sound journey suits groups who prefer a softer experience.
Tools and materials
- Professional gongs and supporting sound instruments
- Mats, cushions and blankets where included
Who it’s for
- Wellbeing days and quiet rooms
- Mindfulness programs
- Leadership retreats
- End-of-day event sessions
How booking works
- Book online. Create a free Workbliss profile, then pay with session credits, by card or by invoice.
- Pick a date. Choose a date at least 14 days ahead, or book now and set the date later.
- Choose your expert. Within 3 working days, we send you profiles of the experts available for your date.
- We deliver it. Your expert is briefed on your people and goals, then runs the session live online or at your site.
Questions about Gong & Sound Meditation
How long is Gong & Sound Meditation?
Gong & Sound Meditation runs as 30 minutes, 60 minutes, 90 minutes, 3 hours or full day. You choose the length when you book. A 30-minute session covers the essentials of Settle in: orientation, guided settling and choose your position. A 60-minute session covers Settle in in full, with a live Q&A. A 90-minute session adds The sound journey. A 3-hour session adds Return and reflect. A full-day session adds Extended immersion.
Can Gong & Sound Meditation be delivered online or in person?
Yes, both. It runs live online, so every office can join at the same time, or in person at your site, in any country.
How do we book Gong & Sound Meditation?
Create a free Workbliss profile with your work email, then open Gong & Sound Meditation to see the price for each length and book it. You can pay with session credits, by card or by invoice, and choose a date at least 14 days ahead, or set it later.
Who leads the session?
A vetted Workbliss expert, briefed on your people, culture and goals before the session. After you book, we send you profiles of the experts available for your date within 3 working days, so you can choose who leads it.
Can it be tailored to our company?
Yes. Every session is shaped around your goals, your people and the benefits you already offer, and delivered by experts in your people’s languages.