Investigation into the relationship between mind and melody indicates that listening to and playing music actually alters how our brains (and therefore, our bodies) function! Consider the results of an experiment in which researchers from the Mind-Body Wellness Center in Meadville, Pa., tracked 111 cancer patients who played drums for 30 minutes a day. They found strengthened immune systems and increased levels of cancer-fighting cells in many of the patients. In another study, researcher Michael Thaut and his team detailed how victims of stroke, cerebral palsy and Parkinson's disease who worked to music took bigger and more balanced strides than those whose therapy had no accompaniment.

While countless research studies look at music’s positive effects on health, immunity, learning, creativity, healing, and brain-function, it doesn’t take a scientist to tell you that music can make you happy.

Music is a universal language and communicates directly with the emotions. The lyrics of a song have the power to uplift, inspire, puts things into perspective, give courage, and bring joy. A song can get you going with a catchy, infectious beat, or relax you with calming melodies. Music resonates with your deepest internal sense of being, working gently and naturally to restore your spirit.

In today’s highly advanced technological world of iPods, iPhones, and internet radio, music is almost always at your fingertips. Make a special playlist with your favorite good-mood songs, and get to rockin’!


Read more about the amazing power of music at http://musicandhappiness.com/


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