At Purple Carrots, we’re all about supporting creativity, community, and calm—whether we’re on stage, in the studio, or winding down after a big day of expression. One of our favourite tools to help with this? Ambient sounds.
If you haven’t yet discovered AMBIENCE FM on YouTube, this is your official invitation to explore their magical world of soundscapes. Their channel is filled with cozy rainstorms and dreamy nature settings—perfect for Carrots of all ages.
Here’s why we love using ambient sounds at Purple Carrots—and how you can try it too!
1. Regulate and Relax
Whether you’re a young actor with big emotions or an adult unwinding after a long day, ambient sounds can help regulate the nervous system. The gentle hum of rain or a soothing forest breeze can lower stress levels and create a peaceful environment for reflection or recovery.
Try This: Put on a soft ambient track after a workshop to ease the transition from performance mode to home mode.
2. Boost Focus and Creative Flow
Need help concentrating during class, rehearsals, or homework? Ambient music offers just enough background stimulation to block distractions without being overwhelming—especially helpful for neurodivergent brains.
Try This: Play instrumental ambient sounds while working on a script or art project. It helps the brain enter a “flow” state without overstimulation.
3. Sleep Better, Feel Better
We hear from many families and participants who struggle with sleep routines. Adding ambient sounds—like waves or soft piano music—can help wind down the mind and support a deeper, more restful sleep.
Try This: Create a bedtime ritual with your child or teen by choosing a relaxing ambient track together and playing it at the same time each night.
4. Set the Scene for Imaginative Play
At Purple Carrots, we know the power of imagination. Ambient soundscapes can enhance storytelling and improvisation, especially for young minds learning how to build scenes, characters, and moods.
Try This: Pick an ambient theme (like a thunderstorm or enchanted forest) and invite your child to act out a scene or invent a story inspired by the sounds they hear.
Tune In with Intention
We use ambient sound often in our workshops—during mindfulness warm-ups, sensory breaks, and even to help transition between activities. It’s an easy, accessible tool that supports emotional regulation and creativity.
Looking for a place to start? Visit AMBIENCE FM on YouTube and explore their calming library. We recommend starting with:
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Cozy Cottage Rain
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Deep Space Ambience
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Gentle Forest Morning
Whether you’re a Carrot, a parent, or one of our incredible team members, we hope you’ll give ambient sound a try. It’s one more way we can tune in—together.