Koshi Chimes Course

First things first! Let's unpack and untangle your beautiful Koshi chime! Here is a video on how I do this!

If you have already chosen your chime, which one did you choose and why did you choose it? Did you choose it because of the element or the melody it created? Which ever chime you chose it will be perfect for you!  I love ALL of them and actually have no preference. They are all beautiful and all soothe people which is why I use them.   But everyone is different and over the years of offering these chimes to people I have noticed that everyone is drawn to a chime for different reasons whether it was the element they resonated with most, or the melody. The Elements: Ignis (Fire): Aries, Leo, Sagittarius Passionate Bright Charismatic Focused Decisive Daring Terra (Earth): Taurus, Virgo, Capricorn Stable and consistent Hard-working Loyal Nurturing Logical Empathetic Aria (Air): Gemini, Libra, Aquarius Thoughtful Witty Charming Care-free Independent and Flexible Aqua (Water): Cancer, Scorpio, Pisces Understanding Trusting Devoted Forgiving Flexible The Melodies: EARTH (Terra)   FIRE (Ignis) WATER (Aqua) AIR (Aria) Please Note: Terra and Ignis are in a Major key which has a more uplifting sound. Aqua and Aria are in a minor key which creates a more melancholy sound. Order your favourite chime HERE! Can't Remember Which Chime You Bought? By the way ... if you ever forget which chime you purchased you will notice that the word "Koshi" is written on the side of your chime and that the "o" is coloured in either yellow, red, green or blue. If you're still unsure (especially with the green and blue chimes) you can go back to my website to listen to the chimes and see which melody matches yours.  If that's too difficult contact me and I'll do it for you! Want Two Chimes? If you want two chimes, one for each ear, then I recommend the Aria and Ignis together as I think they sound the best harmonically.  But once again UP TO YOU!  Want ALL Four Chimes? I don't blame you!  I LOVE them all too! Due to popular demand I had my ex husband Steve start making Koshi chime stands for those who wanted all 4 chimes and wanted to display them and be able to visually see which chime is what straight away. Tip: Stick a corresponding coloured spot sticker on top of the stand above each chime (see pics below) to indicate each element. You can order your stand HERE See you in the next lesson! Nicole xx

Here are some of the ways I have used my chimes and ways I have heard other people using theirs over the years... Hang Them! People often ask where to hang their chimes. So far I have hung mine in some of the doorways in my house using one of those hooks that have a sticker on the back (you can buy from supermarket). Whenever I go through the doorway I dingle the chimes sprinkling myself with their magic. My last baby used to LOVE this of course ... every time we went under the doorway she looked up and pointed and insisted I play them! She always smiled and wanted to play them herself. I let her touch them gently but was careful she didn't grab them and pull them down! If you do have a baby, hanging a chime above her in the car works really well to help soothe them, distract them and to give them something beautiful to listen to while you are driving. I know that my babies never liked the car very much and these chimes worked a treat for my last baby! (Make sure the chimes are tied securely so that they won't fall on the baby!!!).  Another place to hang them if you have a baby is on their pram! It could become "the familiar sound" that triggers sleep time which you can then use as a tool when they need a nap or YOU need them to nap! Most people hang them inside next to a window where a breeze gently blows through. Someone told me that this helps them to fall asleep at night if they've hung theirs in their bedroom.  And others have felt "blessed" by an angel every time it tinkles in their kitchen or living area.  Anywhere undercover outside is perfect too ... on a verandah, patio area. If you can hear them tinkling and they're not getting wet it is a perfect place for them. If you do want to hang them outside in the weather make sure you varnish them to protect the wood from rotting away. REMEMBER that these chimes are not "normal" chimes... They are more like musical instruments!  So hanging them is great ... but PLAYING them with intention is the main reason why they were created. Here are some ways you can play them for others and for yourself! Chimes and Children If you have young children a lovely ritual to do with them before going to sleep at night time is ask them "What are you grateful for today?". Or, "What was the best part of your day?". Or, "What would you like to do in your life one day?". Then they say what they loved or share one of their dreams and you play the Koshi chimes around their little bodies. My kids think the chimes sound like fairies making their wishes come true or just listening to what they had to say. This ritual really is a very nurturing way to end the day ... and you will find that your children will ask you to do this every night because kids KNOW what is good for them!! Chimes and Relaxation  If you give massages or facilitate relaxation or meditation sessions, a beautiful way to end the session is by playing these chimes close to people's ears.  Once again ... the sound is nurturing and relaxing and seems to be the perfect way to end any "session". You could also invite your client/s to think about what they want to bring into their lives at the moment while you play the chimes. Sound amplifies your thoughts so thinking about what you WANT is important when listening to quality sounds such as these chimes ... they are powerful manifesting tools! Chimes and Childbirth If you are a midwife or doula supporting a woman during labour you could see if she enjoys hearing the chimes in between contractions ... during the quiet, relaxing time. You could also introduce them when you visit the new Mum and her baby during post-natal visits to help her to relax and bond with her baby. Chimes and Pain Relief My three year old fractured her leg recently so I soothed her every night with the chimes. She asks for them every night now and says she LOVES them and even gives them a cuddle! So if you know someone in pain (physical or emotional) then you can gift them with the soothing sound of a Koshi chime! Chimes and Ceremonies If you have bought the set of 4 chimes you could use them for opening and closing circles in a ceremony.  Here's an article that will tell you which elements goes with which direction - North, South, East and West.  Please comment below on the ways that you have used your chimes!

If you have all 4 chimes you may want a stand to display them all on!  Perfect for sound journey facilitators or if you just want to hang them somewhere!  My highly skilled ex husband hand-makes these beauties out of pine if you would like to order one!  He's a practical man so he also decided to make them out of 2 pieces of wood so they can be separated and easily packed away when transporting.   You can order yours HERE! Koshi Chimes Stand

That's all I have to share about Koshi Chimes for now! I hope you learnt something and love your chimes as much as I love them! Please share in the comments how you are using your chimes! If you want to learn more about sound you CAN by purchasing the Sound Integration Course where you learn about the science of sound, how to play and use a crystal singing bowl, how to use vocal toning in your life and more!   Or if you live in Perth come along to to one of my workshops or a 1:1 sessions where you will have the opportunity to play and experience all of my sound healing tools!  Have any questions?  Please feel free to send me an email: nicole@soundbirth.com.au With Love and Sound Nicole xx www.soundbirth.com.au   LISTEN and ORDER YOUR FAVOURITE CHIME!