05/05/2026
One of the ways people find floating beneficial is due to inherent lack of aspect or input. Some people worry that their minds will run when the distractions are removed, and that it will be an unpleasant experience. Our minds are all creators. We create language, plans, ideas, and art, so it really shouldn’t be unexpected that when our minds have our attention in a world normally so full of distractions, they get a little excited to tell us all the things they’ve been imagining..
Our minds are trying to be our friends, even when it might not seem that way. Another way to consider the worry or stress that our minds put us through is to think of an untrained dog trying to protect a family member from a squirrel. 🐿️ In a floating pool, after the initial rush of thoughts, which is only 5-10 minutes at most, there opens a time when your mind might be more receptive to your feedback, if it’s given gently, and in a relaxed manner. It’s a great time to bring up the fact that you appreciate all the hard work it does all day every day, but please only spike my cortisol if an actual tiger is approaching.
Another approach in a float is; If we find the mind full of energy, use the moment and redirect the thoughts to imagining ease entering effortlessly into our lives, or thinking about the commonality of all the things we love. Many amazing ideas for art, music, conflict resolution, and entrepreneurial endeavors have arisen in a persons mind once the cacophony of day to day life in South Jersey has settled out (it only takes 15 minutes…) In other words, the float tank is a great place to let your mind produce, instead of consume. We believe that’s one of the reasons floating feels so therapeutic.
It would be so interesting to hear what Terence would be saying today. We’re not sure if Terence ever floated.. but I really think he would have loved the practice.
