Selecting Music for Healing and Wellness
Choosing the right music that is conducive to alternative healing therapies and overall wellness is of utmost importance. Music has been used for healing and as an aid to healing for thousands of years. The Bible tells us that David played his harp to alleviate King Saul’s depression. Egyptian records dating back over 2,600 years indicate that music was employed as a remedy for infertility and arthritis.
In fact, one of the most ancient practices, now experiencing a resurgence in modern society, originated in ancient Greece, where the Pythagoreans believed that music was a gift from the gods and represented mathematical perfection. It was widely believed that illnesses and afflictions, both mental and physical, were merely imbalances that could be improved or healed through the appropriate application of music.
When choosing music for healing, it is crucial to select the most suitable music for the issues you are addressing. This is not as simple as it might seem, however. Let me give you an example of the complexities involved in selecting the right music.
Suppose you are feeling depressed and want to choose music to lift your spirits. Your first instinct might be to listen … ...Read the rest.
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