Music

Music is sound that is received by the individual and vary by history, location, culture and tastes of a person. True definition of music is also diverse:

    * Beep / impression of something that was captured by the listener senses
    * A work of art with all your constituents and supporters.
    * All sounds are generated intentionally by a person or group and served as music

Music is a symphony of life, a part of art that characterizes daily life of human beings on earth. Without music the world quiet, empty and monotonous because music can break the ice, the heart relaxes and stimulates the human mind as an actor's life story. Music does not just provide entertainment effect, but able to give meaning to evoke the passion and spirit of life to empower and make sense of life. Listening to music, appreciate and enjoy a fun activity and can make us comfortable. The effect is what is medically and psychologically cause a positive reaction on the physical and psychical condition of man, including me and us. So whether benefits are real music in our daily lives?

MUSIC not just for entertainment. Recent research suggests that a good melody is good medicine. Music can relieve pain, reduce stress, lower blood pressure, improve mood, and cure insomnia.
Today, even a certified music therapist uses music to address heart disease, asthma and dementia. But, you do not need to learn music theory to get the benefits. Here are ways you can do to find harmony between your physical and mental.
Feeling sick? Try to mix music with imaginationResearchers from the Cleveland Clinic found that listening to music for an hour a day can reduce pain by 20 percent. Music also was able to reduce use of painkillers before and sesduah surgery.
According to professor of music therapy from the Arts and Quality of Life Research Center at Temple University, Cheryl Dileo, music stimulates the release of endorphins in the brain. These brain chemicals serves to cover the pain. In addition, music can also maximize the effects of visualization exercises, known as guided imagery. In this exercise, patients were asked to focus on one particular image.Personal TherapyAccording to Joke Brandt, PhD from Temple University, you can try music therapy at home. Try sitting cross-legged on a comfortable chair with eyes closed. If the pain is restricting your movement, choose music that makes you feel energized. If you're having trouble sleeping, choose a tone that makes you relax.
Next, think about one of your favorite places, like a calm river or the beach in isolated places. "Focus on the breath and sensations in your body. Imagine all of your senses to interact with these favorite places, ranging from the smell, sound, until the sights. When your mind is wandering, focus on music, "said Brandt. Do not jump up when the music stops. Remain seated quietly for a minute or two. Repeat every day.
Difficulty sleeping? Try to cope with musicStudies from the University of Toronto found that insomniacs who listen to classical pianio for four weeks experienced improved sleep. This therapy, according to researchers, increased levels of melatonin, brain chemicals that promote sleep.
Personal TherapyPhil Eichling, MD of the sleep disorders center at the University of Arizona encourage you to make music as part of the bedtime ritual. According Eichling, all associated with relaxation music can help.
Under stress? Researchers from the Cleveland Clinic Sandra Siedlecki, PhD, found that listening to cheerful music can relieve the symptoms of depression by 25 percent. Not only that, there are many other studies that reveal the benefits of music. Recent studies from France stating that New Age music can reduce stress hormone cortisol levels. Studies from the University of California stated that listening to classical music can lower blood pressure. A study from Japan state that your favorite music can drive fatigue during exercise.
Personal TherapyWhen trying to entertain ourselves, bright Dileo, try to avoid sad songs. Choose a cheerful song. Listening to this music for 10 to 20 minutes without interruption can improve your mood