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SUMMARY:Sound\, Stress & Well Being 
LOCATION:Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library\nCharles E. Beatley Jr. Ce
 ntral Library
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DESCRIPTION:This program integrates brief\, research-informed education wi
 th guided relaxation and a 45-minute sound journey using therapeutic-grade
  instruments. .\nhttps://alexandria.libnet.info/event/16865454
X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:<p>This program integrates brief\, research-i
 nformed education with guided relaxation and a 45-minute sound journey usi
 ng therapeutic-grade instruments.<br />&nbsp\;</p>\n<p><strong>Facilitator
  Bio</strong><br />Irene Tapanti\, PhD\, is a molecular biologist and inte
 rdisciplinary artist specializing in restorative arts and sound-based well
 being. She holds a doctorate in bioscience and has over a decade of experi
 ence with contemplative practices and community-based creative programs. H
 er approach integrates scientific understanding of stress regulation with 
 accessible\, evidence-informed relaxation methods. Ir&eacute\;ne is traine
 d in sound therapy and is committed to culturally respectful\, inclusive\,
  and community-centered programming.</p>\n<p><strong>Program Flow</strong>
 </p>\n<p>Welcome and overview<br />Brief educational segment on sound\, st
 ress\, and the nervous system<br />Floor opens briefly for sharing<br />Ar
 omatherapy\, guided breathing\, light tapping\, and grounding techniques (
 optional)<br />45-minute sound journey<br />Integration and closing reflec
 tions/sharing<br />Participant Guidelines</p>\n<p><strong>Attendees should
  bring:</strong></p>\n<p>A yoga mat<br />Comfortable clothing<br />Blanket
  and pillow<br />Water bottle<br />Optional eye mask<br />Optional face ma
 sk if sessions are held during peak illness season<br />Chairs can be prov
 ided for patrons who prefer not to lie on the floor.</p>\n<p><strong>For t
 he safety of patrons and the Library\, the program presenter requires&nbsp
 \;all&nbsp\;participants to sign a standard wellness activity waiver.&nbsp
 \;This program uses therapeutic sound instruments that produce gentle\, su
 stained resonance. Individuals with pacemakers\, implanted medical devices
 \, sound-induced epilepsy\, or those in the first trimester of pregnancy s
 hould not participate without written medical clearance.</strong></p>\nhtt
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