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Can Music Help Regulate Blood Pressure? The Healing Power of Raag Puriyadhanashree in the ICU

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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. ...

The Power of Music in Mindfulness: A Personal Journey Toward a Successful Life

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  The Power of Music in Mindfulness: A Personal Journey Toward a Successful Life By Anubhuti Goswami Success is a word we hear often, yet its true essence is rarely understood. For me, success is not about external achievements but about finding balance, inner peace, and harmony in life. As I look back, I realize that music and mindfulness have been the most powerful tools in shaping my journey toward this understanding. They have not only guided me through life’s challenges but have also given me the strength to share this path with others. Music is not just my profession or passion; it is my legacy. Born into a family where music was the essence of life, I grew up surrounded by melodies, rhythms, and the love that comes with creating art together. My father, a gifted musician, played the Assamese Bihu dhol—a drum that carries the heartbeat of Assam. He would teach me the vibrant and graceful Bihu dance, helping me embody the rhythm in movement. My father even wrote lyrics f...