Life and work often weigh me down, the stress piling up like an invisible mountain on my shoulders. I tried everything to relax, but nothing seemed to work—until one day, I stumbled upon a video of someone playing the Ethereal Echo Drum.
The moment I heard the sound, I was captivated. The music was soft, airy, and calming, like a breeze through the trees. It felt as if each note gently lifted the weight off my chest. Without hesitation, I bought my own.
Once it arrived, I made it a habit to play whenever I felt overwhelmed. The soothing tones of the handpan became my sanctuary, each note helping me release the stress bit by bit.
One day, I left it outside by mistake, and later that night, it started to rain. When I was rushing out to retrieve it, I was surprised by what I heard—raindrops tapping against the drum, creating a natural melody that blended perfectly with the rain. It was as if nature was playing for me, a spontaneous duet between the elements and the instrument.
Since then, whenever it rains, I leave my Ethereal Echo Drum outside, letting the rain "play" it. That simple combination of sounds—rain and drum—has become a powerful reminder that sometimes, the best way to release stress is to let go and just listen to the world around you.