There is so much ancient wisdom that can
be applied to today's stress-related disorders.
In the earliest cultures, chanting was used as a healing tool by
individuals, Shamans, and in a group setting.
There's something very powerful about chanting in unison; the vibrations
are incredible and wonderfully healing.
Dr. Ranjie Singe, author of the book
Powerful Self-Healing Techniques, found that chanting causes the release of the
hormone melatonin. In many studies, low melatonin levels have been shown to
lead to depression, anxiety, and insomnia. Years ago, Dr. Herbert Benson of
Harvard Medical School observed that chanting helps to cause reduction of heart
beat, brain waves and respiration - also known as the “relaxation response.”
On an energetic level, Dr. David
Shananoff-Khalsa has found that reciting some specific sacred mantras enables
the tongue to stimulate the acupuncture meridians inside the mouth, balancing
the flow of chi through the body - especially the pineal gland - thus helping
the body to relieve stress.
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| Chanting Relieves Stress |
