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Discover Uncommon Methods to Improve Your Psychological Well-Being

October 18, 2024 - 12:38 PM By: Savannah Taylor Mental health is fundamental to our well-being and life's ups and downs. Exploring and implementing diverse strategies tailored to our individual needs is essential to maintain and improve our mental state. These methods range from physical activities that calm the mind to psychological techniques that fortify emotional resilience. By incorporating a variety of unique approaches, we can effectively enhance our mental wellness and improve our quality of life.Gentle Physical Activities as a Gateway to PeaceYoga, a practice rooted in ancient traditions, has evolved into a gentle but powerful tool for mental upkeep. This low-intensity activity can......

Unravel The Roots Of Your Stress With These Simple Ways To Feel Better

July 12, 2024 - 02:50 PM By: Savannah Taylor Stress is a ubiquitous part of life, often creeping in from various sources and affecting your well-being. Identifying the causes and finding effective ways to manage stress are crucial for maintaining a balanced life. This guide, presented by The River Of Calm, will help you uncover the roots of your stress and offer practical strategies to handle them effectively. Uncovering the Roots of Your Stress Understanding what triggers your stress is the first step in managing it. Take time to reflect on your daily activities and pinpoint specific events, environments, or individuals that elevate your stress levels. These can range from work deadlines and financial pressures......

Harnessing the Healing Power of Music

June 13, 2024 - 04:40 PM By: Marc Shapiro The Zoom meetup begins with Jason Armstrong Baker playing a melody on a metal drum to welcome his class. Five people log in to the weekly, one-hour session, hosted by the Johns Hopkins Center for Music and Medicine, during which Baker teaches rhythm skills through call-and-response clapping and by listening to music with the group. Why all the clapping? The participants have Parkinson’s disease, and according to a 2015 study of 20 patients conducted by the center’s director and co-founder Alexander Pantelyat, drumming can help improve overall quality of life and mobility. Over the course of the hour, the group will clap different......

6 Daily Practices to Achieve Inner Peace

April 17, 2024 - 12:55 PM By: William Van Gordon, Ph.D.Psychology Today Inner peace can sometimes seem a distant prospect, particularly in today’s fast-paced society. Without it, in addition to feeling lost, we can start to feel that life has become superficial and a grind from one day to the next. Typically, inner peace does not arise on its own but requires us to create particular conditions, both within ourselves and in our external environment. Fortunately, there are easy steps we can take each day to help create these conditions so that peace enters our hearts and minds. 1. Stop, Breathe, and Simply Be Regularly taking time throughout the day to stop and observe the breath can help us cultivate inner......

40 Ways to Create Peace of Mind

April 12, 2024 - 03:01 PM By Lori Deschene “Set peace of mind as your highest goal, and organize your life around it.” ~Brian Tracy There was a time when I thought peace was a destination, in much the same way I imagined I’d eventually arrive at happiness or success. It seemed like something I needed to chase or find—definitely not something I could experience without dramatically changing my life. I needed to work less, relax more, and generally revamp my circumstances and relationships in order to be a peaceful person. Despite seeing peace as an endpoint, I also saw it as something passive; after all, that’s why I was so stressed: I had so much to do. I’ve since......

Music and Health

April 04, 2024 - 03:04 PM From Harvard Health PublishingMusic is a fundamental attribute of the human species. Virtually all cultures, from the most primitive to the most advanced, make music. It's been true through history, and it's true throughout an individual's lifespan. In tune or not, we humans sing and hum; in time or not, we clap and sway; in step or not, we dance and bounce. The human brain and nervous system are hard-wired to distinguish music from noise and to respond to rhythm and repetition, tones, and tunes. Is this a biologic accident, or does it serve a purpose? It's not possible to say. Still, a varied group of studies suggests that music may enhance human health and performance. Music and the......

The River of Calm Headphones For Chemo V2

March 28, 2024 - 02:20 PM We are very proud of this project and all of the Artists on The River of Calm who donated their music to support this effort. Thanks to YOU - our sponsors, our mission at The River of Calm is to provide 1,000 headphones to chemotherapy centers. The good news is the headphones are here, but we still need funding to distribute and deliver these across the country. Your help will be greatly appreciated. https://gofund.me/07bc2140 If you would like headphones for your local chemotherapy center, please send your request to headphones@theriverofcalm.com May the calm be with you! ...

Mindfulness Exercises

March 25, 2024 - 08:42 PM By: Sean Fargo - Founder, Mindfulness Exercises Mindful breathing catalyzes physical alterations within our bodies, enhancing our overall well-being. It not only significantly lowers blood pressure and cortisol levels—key indicators of stress—but also imbues practitioners with a profound sense of tranquility and resilience. People who incorporate mindfulness breathing into their daily routine frequently experience diminished stress levels, bolstered resilience, and heightened self-regulation. This practice isn't just for adults; it's equally beneficial for children, offering a foundation for emotional well-being from an early age.Check out our 10 Top Mindful Breathing......

11 Quotes That Get At The Heart Of Music Therapy

March 22, 2024 - 12:00 AM Words From Those Who Heal and Have Healed We’ve all experienced that indescribable sensation when listening to music. We listen to a sad tune when we need to let it out, an uplifting beat when we feel joyful, and ambient sounds when we need to soothe ourselves. If it’s possible to feel so much through music alone, imagine what can happen when adding therapy to the mix. ‍ Music therapy is an up-and-coming set of mental health work that’s becoming increasingly popular. Using music, therapists offer a free-flowing experience to help soothe their patients. This might mean playing music for patients, teaching them to play, or simply experimenting with sounds......

9 Health Benefits of Music

March 17, 2024 - 10:08 PM Music can improve mood, decrease pain and anxiety, and facilitate opportunities for emotional expression. Research suggests that music can benefit our physical and mental health in numerous ways. Music therapy is used by our hospice and palliative care board-certified music therapist to enhance conventional treatment for a variety of illnesses and disease processes – from anxiety, depression and stress, to the management of pain and enhancement of functioning after degenerative neurologic disorders. The team from Spiritual Care and Support at NorthShore, highlights some of the benefits music has on health and well-being: It’s heart healthy. Research has shown......

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Discover Uncommon Methods to Improve Your Psychological Well-Being

Unravel The Roots Of Your Stress With These Simple Ways To Feel Better

Harnessing the Healing Power of Music

6 Daily Practices to Achieve Inner Peace

40 Ways to Create Peace of Mind

Music and Health

The River of Calm Headphones For Chemo V2

Mindfulness Exercises

11 Quotes That Get At The Heart Of Music Therapy

9 Health Benefits of Music

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