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7.19 Listening to soothing music every day is a very simple and effective way to live a serene, happy and healthy life. So from today onwards discover and identify a unique purpose for music – that of healing, the kind that helps be what you are and live the kind of life you want to live. Good music is a tonic for the body, mind and spirits. So bring music into your life. Listen to music while getting ready to work, doing other household chores, bathing or while driving to and from your place of work. All you have to do is push “play” and feel fresh and happy throughout the day. Note: The emphasis here has been on soothing, ambient music because quick, pulsating rhythms and vigorous music has been shown to have a counter effect triggering negative emotions

Therapeutic Benefits of Hugging

7.20 Hugging loved ones not only helps you bond with them but also gives you a host of health benefits by lowering your blood pressure, boosting your self esteem and even improving memory according to a new study (2013) from the University of Vienna. Scientists found that the hormone oxytocin releases into the blood stream when you hold a friend close. Oxytocin, a hormone produced by the pituitary gland, is primarily known for increasing bonding, social behaviour and closeness between friends and relatives. Oxytocin also helps diminish feelings of isolation, loneliness and anger. Hug for three long slow deep breaths and boost serotonin levels to create feelings of peace and wellbeing.

7.21 Studies show that hugging can lift depression, enabling the body’s immune system to become tuned up. Hugging breathes fresh life into a tired body and makes one feel younger and more vibrant. Hugs relieve tension in the body and help soothe tense muscles, relieve pain and can even battle bouts of anxiety.

7.22 Hug therapy is all about positive vibes. Scientific research has shown that the sense of touch is always healing. Hugging works as a miracle medicine and is often used by physicians as a part of treatment. Researchers say hugging helps you live longer and protect you from illness, cure depression and stess and even help you sleep without pills. Hugs can be an aid to healing, so it is time to open your heart and stretch your arms!

The Magic of Body Massage

7.23 With everyone reeling under work pressure, there is hardly any time left to relax. Hectic activities not only take its toll on body but also leave people haggard and drained out. To cope with the stress, people are now looking forward to alterative therapies and relaxing techniques. One of the oldest and most widely used holistic therapies is massage. From improving the blood circulation to removing the toxins, massage has caught the fancy of middle and upper-class people. Massage therapy can aid not just