Floating Away: The Science of Sensory Deprivation Therapy | SELF HEALTH + HEALING | Scoop.it
Across North America “float houses” are increasing in popularity, offering eager psychonauts a chance to explore sensory deprivation.

 

I tried not to panic. I was floating effortlessly in a pitch-black tank filled with salty, skin-temperature water, wearing earplugs and nothing else. Within minutes I could no longer feel the sponge in my ears or smell the musty scent of water. There was no light, no smell, no touch and – save for the gasping of my breath and drumming of my heart – no sound.