Étienne Sous le Métro

With apologies to Zazie.

A bit of stream-of-consciousness slapstick, wall-to-wall with visual gags, editing tricks, and effects.

I was out and about exploring Pomona Island when I chanced upon the path which led to the ramp that carries the Metro from Trafford Bar and Pomona to Cornbrook.

It proved to be what is currently known as an immersive experience, not unlike a Gong Bath.

Firstly, some participants become so relaxed that they fall asleep, and the body uses this time to re-balance, restore and nurture itself. Most people however, flit in and out of consciousness and notice their physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual responses during the Gong Bath. This opens the possibility of becoming aware of the ‘chattering mind’, your mood or emotional state, visual experiences, physical sensations, intuitive insights, inner wisdom, or spiritual encounters. By keeping your eyes closed and not falling asleep, people can often have a far richer experience.

Gongsound

Except in this instance, one is surrounded by the tumultuous roar of tram upon concrete and steel, with the extra added bonus of pungent canal and associated detritus aromas.

By keeping your eyes open and not falling asleep, people will have a far richer experience.



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