Harmonic Wellness

  As a mother and a music healer, I’ve often witnessed the profound impact music can have on people—helping them heal, grow, and connect with themselves. But recently, I experienced something deeply personal: how music can gently nudge a shy child out of her shell and open her heart to confidence and joy. My daughter is a reserved child. At home, she’s quiet and often hesitant to participate in activities, even though her teachers tell me how beautifully she dances in school. It’s always been a mystery—how she blooms in the classroom yet remains so guarded at home. I knew that music could be a bridge, a language beyond words, to help her express and connect. So, I took a leap. I gently pushed her to sing with me on stage for the first time. We chose a beautiful children’s song by the legendary Assamese singer and composer Keshab Mahanta—“Bahor murha bogorir gura eta je asil burha.” This wasn’t just any song. It carried the charm of folklore, the sweetness of childhood stories, and ...

Can Music Help Regulate Blood Pressure? The Healing Power of Raag Puriyadhanashree in the ICU   In our fast-paced, stress-saturated world, the silent epidemic of high blood pressure (hypertension) affects millions globally. While conventional medicine offers effective pharmacological treatments, researchers and practitioners are increasingly exploring complementary therapies that work on a mind-body level. One such potent and non-invasive tool is music—particularly Indian classical music, which is structured not only in rhythm and melody, but also in mood, time, and emotion.   But can music truly help regulate blood pressure?   The answer, increasingly supported by science and experience, is yes.     The Science Behind Music and Blood Pressure   Several studies have demonstrated that slow-tempo, melodic music can positively affect the autonomic nervous system—which controls involuntary functions such as heart rate and blood pressure. ...

In our ancient culture, chanting the name of Shri Ram has never been just about religion—it’s about rhythm, resonance , and restoration . When we sing a Ram Bhajan or recite a Ram Shloka, we are not just invoking devotion—we are awakening our nervous system to a state of balance, peace, and clarity. Let’s embrace the power of Shri Ram not only as a divine figure of virtue and courage but also as a therapeutic sound vibration that heals and harmonizes our inner world. My Story: How Ram Lives in My Healing Work As a sound healer and music therapist, I've explored a wide spectrum of frequencies, instruments, and vibrations. But one thread runs through every session I hold— Ram Bhakti . No melodic sound healing session of mine feels complete without singing “Shri Ram Chandra Kripalu Bhajaman” . There’s a grace that descends when this bhajan begins—a softness in the room, a deep quiet in the hearts of the listeners. Even those unfamiliar with the lyrics feel the shift. It’s as if th...