Floating was first invented by the neurologist, physicist, psychoanalyst and neurophysicist John C. Lilly. His desire was to study and feel (for himself) the functioning of the brain if we isolate them from all possible stimuli. Through his experiments, he was the first to prove that our consciousness is actually located in the brain. Floating is part of neuroscience. The incredible positive effects of floating on humans are studied by numerous scientists.

Saunas have a very rich history, dating back to the times of ancient Rome and Greece, with the appearance of the first spas and baths. Its relaxing effects on humans have been known for millennia.
Nowadays, different types of saunas affect our body differently.

A Turkish or steam sauna in which we are exposed to a high degree of humidity, up to 90%, and to a temperature of around 50 degrees Celsius, has a positive impact on muscle relaxation and also clears our airways. It is also beneficial for cleaning the skin, which is why vessels with coarse salt intended for exfoliating the body are often placed in steam baths. Before and after entering the sauna, you must take a shower.

The exact opposite of the Turkish sauna is the Finnish sauna in which the air is extremely dry, reaching the maximum humidity of about 15%. The temperatures in Finnish saunas range from 65 to 100 degrees Celsius. If possible, it is recommended to increase the temperature. The sauna should last somewhere between 10 and 15 minutes, followed by a shower (or, if desired, an ice bath) and a mandatory rest of at least 20 to 30 minutes before re-entering the sauna.
Due to the efforts that the body experiences during temperature changes, the immune system is strengthened, which is an excellent protection against viral diseases such as colds and flu in the winter.

The infrared sauna is also a dry sauna but, unlike the Finnish sauna, it reaches a much lower temperature – a maximum of about 55 degrees Celsius.
One could say that it replaces the summer sun and heat in the winter months.

Massaging or taking care of the body by laying hands and kneading has already been known in the primal communities. Massages are great for relaxing.

There is a very wide range of techniques and approaches available on the market. From gentle massages intended only for “pampering” to professional sports massages for better muscle function and better blood circulation. During a massage, many people find it difficult to relax completely. In order to be able to do so, it is necessary to have complete confidence in your masseur or masseuse. Otherwise, our brain never really turns off.

Floating is something that you experience by yourself. You feel your muscles relax, you are spending time alone with yourself, and no one is bothering you. Water, the basic element whose temperature is the same as the temperature of your body, gently embraces you and releases tension in your body. During floating, the body reaches the state of complete relaxation, and you don’t need additional rest or waiting for your body to cool after floating. The muscles also relax, just like after a good therapeutic massage, but you don’t experience any pain caused by stronger grips, kneading and pushing.

The most important thing is that, while your body is obviously regenerated, your entire nervous system is also rested since it was able to rest completely, which ensures that you are completely calm and increases your focus and awareness.