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Om Chanting: Science Unlocks Stress Relief
21 Dec
Summary
- Meditation and yoga techniques combat global stress.
- Om chanting reduces brain activity linked to fear.
- Yoga Nidra shown to decrease stress and inflammation.
Modern medical science is increasingly recognizing the profound benefits of ancient Yogic practices for managing global stress. Experts discussed how techniques like meditation, rooted in texts such as the 'Patanjala Yogasutra,' offer clinical solutions for occupational stress, which accounts for a significant portion of stress.
Neuroimaging studies presented at the event revealed that Om chanting can deactivate the amygdala, the brain's fear center, by engaging the prefrontal cortex responsible for emotional regulation. Complementary research from AIIMS, Delhi, demonstrated that Yoga Nidra induces measurable changes in brain activity associated with deep relaxation and reduced systemic inflammation.
Spiritual guidance underscored the importance of self-awareness and ethical practices like 'Yama' and 'Niyama' for overcoming inner turmoil. The program concluded with practical sessions and a collective commitment to integrating meditation into daily life, fostering a vision of mental well-being across India.
