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completely removed from all your senses. You have your own room, which includes a shower and a float pod. We ask that patrons rinse themselves off of oils/lotions before getting the pod nude (you can wear a bathing suit if preferred). Once in the pod, you just lay back and float effortlessly. We offer a 60-minute or a 90-minute float session. There is no better place to meditate or get to the Theta wave state that so many meditators strive for. You are in a distraction-free environment where you won't have anything to take you away from a meditative practice. Additionally, since all you will be able to hear is your breath and heartbeat, it is much easier to be mindful and get to the meditative state much faster.”
Trey continued, "Our goal is to raise as much awareness as we can about how floating is helping with PTSD. As military Veterans, Chris and I know firsthand the devastating effects PTSD that is having on the military/veteran community.
We allow any military or Veterans medically diagnosed with PTSD the opportunity to float for free in our spa in the Patriot Float Room. As Veterans, both of us are working hard to spread the word about how float therapy is helping with PTSD. The sensory-free float pod allows an individual with PTSD a comfortable environment where they have no external stimuli so complete relaxation is possible. Additionally, the meditative environment allows them an opportunity to potentially think about and hopefully overcome some of the traumatic events that are causing them so much suffering."
"The lack of stimuli allows the brain to confront images or memories they have previously suppressed. What's actually helping people on our PTSD program is, when they get into the tank and get to that point, now they can address it in a calm environment where there's nothing else there that could hurt them. They can feel like it's secure, and they're safe, and they can approach
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