Imagine slipping on a pair of cosmic headphones and tuning in to the universe’s own radio station—this is the heart of Sant Mat’s inner sound meditation. Sessions usually begin with simran, a gentle repetition of a sacred mantra that helps quiet the mind’s endless chatter. With each softly spoken syllable, thoughts settle like dust in a still pond.

Next comes dhyan, the art of focused attention. Eyes are closed, gaze directed at the “spiritual eye” point between the eyebrows. It’s like turning a telescope inward, honing in on subtler realms of consciousness. In that silent vacuum, faint inner sounds start to surface: bells, flutes, or distant chimes that feel as clear as a mountain stream. These aren’t echoes of the external world but the soul’s own symphony, sometimes described as the “music of the spheres.”

Bhajan, the final step, invites listening without expectation. Over time, those ghostly notes grow fuller—an inner orchestra expanding. Regular practice reportedly lights up neural pathways in the auditory cortex, echoing findings from a 2024 Harvard study on meditation-induced neuroplasticity. Science is beginning to catch on: those who persistently follow this path often report sustained calm, sharper focus, and an uncanny sense of being “plugged into” a benevolent intelligence.

At gatherings like last month’s Wellbeing Festival in London, groups synchronously tapped into that same inner concert. Some participants claimed their stress levels plummeted faster than stock prices in a market crash. Others described a profound sense of belonging, as though the individual self had merged with a universal choir.

In everyday hustle—whether navigating rush-hour traffic or juggling Zoom meetings—returning to these inner rhythms offers an oasis of peace. No need for incense or elaborate rituals; just a quiet corner, steady breath, and willingness to listen. Over time, that hidden soundtrack becomes a trusted companion, reminding everyone that beneath the noise of daily life, a deeper harmony awaits.