The Gift of Quiet: How Hiding Away with Music Can Restore Your Spirit

Talena Cuthbert
Jul 20
3 min read

In a world that never stops, it's okay—and often necessary—to press pause, step back, and spend time hidden from the hum of daily life. Being quiet isn’t “doing nothing” ... it's giving yourself space to breathe, feel, and come home to yourself.

Why Solitude Matters

We are all woven from relationships and noise—family needs, work demands, social expectations. That rhythm can be beautiful but also exhausting. The need to hide away, even briefly, is not avoidance: it's self-care.

Studies show that carving out as little as 15 minutes of quiet alone can reduce stress, increase creativity, and deepen self-awarenessMedium Oura Ring. For me, these moments of solitude are not a luxury—they’re essential.

A Personal Story from My Quiet Space

As a sound therapist, I work with groups and clients regularly. Yet lately, I’ve found myself tucked behind closed doors—immersed in family life, focused on the small, silent moments. As much as I love teaching and sharing sound, I’ve also learned I need to withdraw sometimes, to refill my own cup.

In those sacred moments, I reach for music—something simple, supportive, grounding. I play a soft humming tone, a favourite track, or even just my voice in gentle vocal toning. It reminds me: being hidden doesn’t mean being lost. It’s being held.

The Healing Power of 174 Hz Frequency

One of the frequencies I’ve found especially nurturing in these quiet spaces is 174 Hz. Known as the lowest Solfeggio tone, this frequency:

Eases pain and soothes physical tension
Calms stress, nurturing a sense of safety
Improves concentration and grounding

A small 5–10 minute session of listening to or humming this tone can help settle both body and mind into a place of rest.

Try This Today (Even Behind Closed Doors)

Find a quiet space—your bathroom, bedroom corner, even your car during the school run.
Play or hum along to a 174 Hz track.
Breathe deeply. Close your eyes.
Focus on the vibration moving through your chest or belly.
Continue for 5 minutes. Notice how your shoulders drop, your thoughts soften.

Why It Matters for Busy Parents and Practitioners

If you’re juggling family life, work, or caregiving, this is for you. It’s not about escaping; it’s about grounding. Music offers a compassionate companion in those hidden, quiet spaces. It speaks when we have no words, holds us when we’re tired, and reminds us we’re never truly alone.

Every moment spent caring for yourself is a gift—for you and for the family who depends on you. A calmer, centred you is the greatest gift of all.

Come Together with Sound and Community

Solitude nurtures us—but we also thrive in belonging. If you’re ready to move beyond this “hidden” space and into shared healing, join one of my in-person events: sound baths, vocal toning workshops, and mediation circles. Let’s hold space for one another.

Further Reading & Sources

174 Hz Frequency Benefits—helps relieve stress, pain and promotes grounding
Solfeggio Frequencies & Well-being—low tones support physical comfort and mental ease
Nature of Solitude—brief alone-time boosts creativity and self-awareness

Taking space to be quiet isn’t withdrawing—it’s recovering. It’s giving yourself gentle pauses to listen closely—to your breath, your heart, your inner song. May your hidden moments be filled with healing sound.

Sound Healing Near You

If you are interested in how Sound Therapy can help you, then get in touch, or find a Sound Therapist near you and attend a local Event. You will be glad you did!

About Me

I’m Talena, a singer-songwriter, sound healer, and vocal coach with over 25 years of experience in music and performance. I’m a proud member of the Complementary Medical Association and the Musicians’ Union and hold a Level 4 Diploma in Sound Therapy and a BA Hons in Music. I specialise in creating transformative sound experiences that harness the power of music and specific frequencies to promote healing and well-being.

My journey into sound healing began as a way to heal myself from the anxiety and stress that came with being a parent of children with special educational needs (SEN). Now, I’m dedicated to helping others in similar situations find balance, relaxation, and empowerment through the restorative power of sound.

Book a Private Sound Healing Event

Looking for a unique way to nurture your mind, body, and soul? Book a private sound healing event with me! Together, we’ll create a soothing, personalised experience using the healing properties of sound to leave you feeling balanced and renewed.