Mary’s Minute
~Hans
Christian Anderson
Music is a beautiful gift to the world. We listen to music to set the mood, to celebrate, to remember, to forget, when we are happy, and when we are sad. Music invokes memories. Music takes us back in time and allows us to escape to other locations.
We use music as part of ceremonies, like weddings, graduations, and funerals. We attend concerts where we focus purely on the music being performed. For many of us, our car radio is our musical partner on our drives. We sing along and instantly release stress.
My personal participation in music is limited to listening, tapping my foot, and occasionally singing along when I am alone. For those people who play an instrument or sing well, there is an even more intense level of involvement.
There is a reason that people listen to music while they work out. Research has proven that listening to music, increases workout endurance.
In fact, research has proven that listening to music has positive effects on both physical and mental health. Music has shown to actually reduce physical pain, decrease stress, and elevate moods. Music therapy has been effective with Alzheimer’s patients with research showing it can relax an agitated patient, improve the mood and open communication in patients. Listening to music has even been shown to be heart healthy by increasing blood flow and lowering blood pressure.
Music is indeed a gift with so many benefits, so crank up the tunes to enjoy and also to enhance your mental and physical health along the way!
Have a great week!
Mary
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