Old Man River Nature Retreat

06/18/2026

🎶 Exploring the Benefits of Sound Therapy 🎶

https://aanmc.org/natural-remedies/science-behind-sound-therapy/

There is growing interest and research into the benefits of sound and vibration-based therapies. This article from the American Association of Naturopathic Medical Colleges does a great job explaining some of the science behind sound therapy and how it may help support relaxation, stress reduction, mood, meditation, and overall well-being. Research has also explored how sound may influence the nervous system, brainwave activity, and relaxation responses within the body.

One of my favorite quotes comes from Nikola Tesla:

"If you want to find the secrets of the universe, think in terms of energy, frequency, and vibration."

At Old Man River Nature Retreat, we find this area of study fascinating. We've attended training and incorporated sound into personal wellness sessions because we've seen firsthand how deeply relaxing and enjoyable the experience can be.

Whether you're looking to quiet the mind, reduce stress, deepen meditation, or simply try something new, I encourage you to explore sound therapy for yourself.

We currently offer a personal Energy Cleansing, Clearing, and Balancing Session that incorporates sound and other wellness practices here at the retreat. Free to Veterans\First Responders and $60 for the public, sessions are usually around an hour.

I'd also like to recognize two wonderful practitioners that we highly recommend:

🎵 Andrew Livengood – Veteran and Sound Practitioner
Andrew shared his talents with guests during our recent retreat and has upcoming events:

• June 19 | 7:30–8:30 PM | Revivelt Fitness – Troy, IL
• June 21 | 4:00–5:15 PM | Moonbird Yoga – Troy, IL

🎵 Pati Pellerito at Center of Sound
https://www.centerofsound.com
Andrew and I both received training from Patti. She is an incredible sound practitioner and teacher. If you ever have the opportunity to attend one of her sessions or trainings, we highly recommend it. The experience can be truly amazing.

Life is about exploring, learning, and experiencing new things. Step outside your comfort zone, keep an open mind, and maybe give sound therapy a try.

Pause • Reflect • Renew

Sound therapy benefits explained: how 40 Hz frequencies and music-based therapy support pain, sleep, and neurological health, from a naturopathic view.

05/25/2026

We extend our deepest appreciation and respect to all military personnel who have served, their families, and supporters, acknowledging their sacrifices with gratitude and love.

05/04/2026

What a beautiful, heart-opening weekend it was ✨

There was definitely some mind-clearing and vibration-raising happening out here… and we’re still feeling it.

It’s hard to fully put into words the gratitude we’re carrying after this experience. Sharing space with such genuine, kind, and open-hearted people made this event something truly special.

To everyone who showed up, participated, donated and contributed your energy—thank you. You helped create something that went far beyond what we imagined.

This was our first larger gathering, a bit of a “pilot” in many ways, and the love and support we felt made it unforgettable. We laughed, we connected, we learned… and we had a whole lot of fun doing it.

Take a moment to enjoy some highlights from the weekend—we hope you can feel even a piece of what was shared here.

Something tells us… this won’t be the last one 🤍

Shihan Wellness Special Operations Charity Network

05/02/2026

We are all setup and ready for our event today, we look forward to seeing you. ❤️

04/23/2026

This podcast features a powerful conversation between two incredible individuals and supporters of veterans and their communities—Grunt Style Foundation Will Wisner and John Launius of Shihan Wellness.

This fascinating discussion dives deep into the connection between scent, memory, and consciousness, while exploring parallels between indigenous traditions and modern healing practices.

🎧 Take a listen—you may never look at incense the same way again.

We are proud to have both of these individuals supporting our upcoming retreat.