Date: September 13, 2025
Location: BLUE SOPHIA, 13 Rue du Jamet, Nantes
Admission: Free

Event Description:
Immerse yourself in a unique day dedicated to exploring and nurturing the five senses—sight, sound, smell, taste, and touch—as gateways to holistic well-being. This free sensory exploration event invites participants to reconnect with their environment and themselves through engaging, experiential activities designed to awaken and balance the senses.

Starting at 10:00 AM, the day begins with a sensory awakening session focused on sight and sound. Participants engage in mindful observation exercises, focusing on colors, shapes, and light, paired with sound meditation using natural and instrumental sounds to heighten awareness and promote relaxation.

At 11:30 AM, the event shifts to olfactory experiences. A certified aromatherapist leads a workshop on the emotional and cognitive effects of essential oils and natural fragrances. Attendees learn how specific scents can support mood, focus, and relaxation, and they create personalized scent blends to take home.

After a mindful lunch break at 1:00 PM, featuring a menu designed to stimulate taste buds with fresh, seasonal ingredients, the afternoon session explores taste and touch. Participants practice mindful eating techniques, savoring each bite to heighten flavor awareness and digestion. Following this, a tactile workshop invites attendees to explore textures and sensations through materials such as clay, fabric, and natural objects, encouraging grounding and presence.

The day concludes with a group reflection session discussing how sensory awareness can be integrated into daily routines to enhance emotional and cognitive well-being. Participants share insights, challenges, and practical tips for continuing sensory mindfulness at home.

BLUE SOPHIA’s Sensory Exploration Day encourages deep connection to the present moment, promoting balanced health by nurturing the often-overlooked pathways of our sensory experience.