NOTE FROM TED: This talk only represents the speaker's personal views and understanding of the brain, sound, and healing. Several claims in this talk lack scientific support. TEDx events are independently organized by volunteers. The guidelines we give TEDx organizers are described in more detail here: http://storage.ted.com/tedx/manuals/tedx_content_guidelines.pdfAttempting to quiet her own “very chatty” mind, Jacilyn Ledford found that she could use sound as a pathway to calming her thoughts. With a variety of instruments, she serves as a sound facilitator, taking those present on a journey of self-exploration and inner observation. Jacilyn Ledford is a sound healer and practitioner, certified yoga instructor, Reiki master, Vipassana meditator, ordained minister, end-of-life doula and energy guide who is dedicated to supporting individuals on their journey toward inner exploration and peace.Passionate about holistic healing and the transformative power of sound therapy, Jacilyn has studied ancient healing traditions in India and shares the sacred practice of sound healing ceremonies in the United States and worldwide.She performs regularly in Savannah and is the owner of Wind Over Heaven, a sacred space on Tybee Island, Georgia. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx