Newsletter November 2023
Wellness Curated By Anshu Bahanda
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The ‘write’ way to improve your mind
The art of calligraphy is increasingly being recognised as an unexpected tool for brain enhancement, improving memory, learning, and mental wellbeing. At a time when digital interfaces dominate, an episode of the podcast, Wellness Curated, explored how the seemingly old-fashioned act of writing by hand can stimulate unique neural pathways, promoting cognitive benefits and a sense of calm.
What I discovered
Gua Sha, the traditional East Asian healing technique where a smooth-edged tool is used to apply pressure and scrape the skin to relieve pain and tension, also enhances beauty and skin health by promoting lymphatic drainage and increasing blood circulation.
The ancient art of Gua Sha, steeped in the heritage of the Ming Dynasty, has been resurrected in modern beauty circles not only for its ability to ease muscle pain and flu symptoms but for its remarkable benefits in enhancing skin health. This practice, which involves using a smooth-edged tool to carefully stroke the skin, has been found to be profoundly effective in promoting lymphatic drainage and stimulating blood circulation.
The result? A more contoured, sculpted appearance, reduced puffiness and inflammation, and brighter, tighter skin. What’s not to love! Gua Sha tools for facial use are usually made from jade, rose quartz, or other semi-precious stones. I am absolutely fascinated by the variety of facial tools available that can be used with the Gua Sha methodology. These materials are chosen for their smoothness and cooling properties.
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The Soothing Science of Sound Meditation
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Have you ever noticed how a good tune can lift your spirits? It turns out there's science behind that good vibe – it's your brain getting a hit of dopamine. And this is just the tip of the iceberg when it comes to the power of sound.
Sound meditation isn't just a modern fad; it's backed by solid research that shows that it can be a big help for both our minds and bodies.
And this brings me to the Monroe Institute, an establishment that stands at the forefront of consciousness research and education. At the core of the Institute’s methodologies is the pioneering Monroe Sound Science—a technology that employs sound patterns to facilitate different states of consciousness. Their goal? To help people lead fuller, happier lives through the art of exploring our inner worlds.
I came across the Monroe Institute’s sound tech when I was trying to find ways in which to take my meditation routine up a notch. The institute combines science and sound in a way that's all about lifting us out of our everyday thoughts into something much bigger. I've tried their exercises enhancing relaxation, triggering out-of-body experiences, improving sleep, and expanding consciousness, and what blew me away was the profound impact of sound meditation in sculpting my inner experiences.
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