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Just One Thing - with Michael Mosley
Deep Calm - Ep 5: Using Music
May 17, 2024
Discover how music can activate the body's relaxation response, reduce stress and anxiety, and even alleviate pain. Explore the calming effects of music on emotions and health, including its impact on premature babies. Learn about sound waves triggering relaxation responses and breaking negative thought loops.
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- Relaxing music activates the body's relaxation response, reducing stress and anxiety levels.
- Music influences physiological responses, regulating emotions, reducing heart rate and blood pressure.
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The Power of Relaxing Music
Relaxing music has been shown to tap into the relaxation response, reducing stress and anxiety levels. Scientific studies indicate that listening to music can lower heart and breathing rates, as well as decrease the stress hormone cortisol levels. For example, one study revealed that listening to preferred music led to increased parasympathetic response, resulting in positive feelings and reduced anxiety and depression.
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