"Laughter is the best medicine", as the saying goes. It may be because laughter therapy is so beneficial to our minds and bodies. Everyone feels good when they laugh. It is the opposite of feeling stressed and encourages our body to relax and release endorphins.

​The role of a laughter therapist is to make it easier for the client to laugh. This is often done in a one-on-one or group setting by teaching various techniques to get you laughing. The body cannot differentiate between a real or fake laugh, therefore the benefits are the same. 

​Reasons that laughter is beneficial to our bodies includes lowering levels of stress, improving the immune system, allowing muscles to relax, reducing pain, reducing blood pressure and increasing a happy, healthy outlook. Those who participate in laughter therapy have found a reduction in costs when it comes to health care. They also have healthier arteries and blood flow. 

Laughter therapy has started to become more popular after the success of laughter yoga, a type of yoga that originated in Mumbai. Today, there are over 5,000 clubs for laughter therapy across the globe. Laughter yoga incorporates breathing, stretching, clapping and laughing exercises. The laughter yoga workshop allows participants to experience endorphin release, which makes one feel great and relaxes the entire body. This has a great effect on reducing stress or muscle tensions. It is also a bit of a work out because laughing increases muscle tone and stimulates the respiratory system, all of which help improve the immune system. 

Anyone can be involved in laughter therapy and the settings for therapists are very varied. A session of laughter therapy leaves one feeling overjoyed and at the same time, a little upbeat. Laughter therapy is beneficial in the long run because it allows us to deal with stress or pain in a more positive manner.

​It also makes us understand that laughter does not need to be synonymous with happiness, but can encourage feelings of happiness instead. Patients learn to laugh at anxiety, stress and anger. Even if it is fake laughter, it lifts our spirits since our bodies cannot tell the difference anyway. 

​Laughter therapy can also be applied to our daily lives through various methods. It encourages us to let go of things and to keep life lightly by engaging in activities you enjoy and that reduce stress.

Finding ways of laughing everyday, whether it is a daily joke or sit-com can help improve your life and wellbeing. Spending time with children is another excellent way of encouraging laughter. 

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​A person’s negative emotions such as depression, insomnia, anxiety, and stress can lead to their suffering physical ailments. Floral essences from various flowers can potentially relieve our mental, spiritual, and emotional stress. The chemical components of flower essences have been seen to correct emotional imbalances and replace all our negative emotions with positive, uplifting, and beneficial emotions.

A prominent British physician and homeopath, Dr. Edward Bach in 1930, found that the drops of dew present on flower petals retain the curing properties of that plant. He then categorized negative human sentiments and emotions into thirty-eight individual negative sensations.
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After years of hard work Dr. Bach identified one by one…. all the thirty-eight flowers that can cure each of the negative emotions.  

Bach Flower Remedies for Emotional Healing

These thirty-eight flower-essences identified by Dr. Bach are known as Bach flower remedies, which are now used for emotional healing around the world. Take wild rose, for example; this flower is known to cheer up the individuals who have lost interest in life. Similarly, the floral essence of other flowers can stimulate our mind and cheer, console, uplift, quieten it to feel tension and stress-free… and such and tension-free feelings. And when we feel calm and stress free then it inevitably leads us to feel more exuberance and joy in our life.

Some of the most important floral remedies include Agrimony (mental torment behind a smiling face), Chestnut Bud (people who fail to learn from mistakes), Holly (envy, jealousy and hatred) and Rock Rose (terror and fright).

Dr. Bach also prepared the ‘rescue remedy’ by combining five different flowers – Rock Rose, Clematis, Cherry Plum, Star of Bethlehem, and Impatiens. It is highly recommended during emergencies, panic, or shock situations.
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How do these Flower Remedies Work?
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Bach flower remedies (as well as other Flower Remedies, which we will address in another article) are used to cure the emotional illnesses, that are considered to be the root cause of one’s physical problems.

Bach flowers work through energetic or vibrational characteristics of flowers which is transmitted to the patient. The key is the high dilution of these essences. This is very counter-intuitive for most people, because typically we expect that the ‘more’ of something will also increase its effectiveness. But these Bach Flower remedies work on a concept that is very similar to Homeopathy where we have seen thru several scientific and general case studies that ‘like cures like’ when administered in proper diluted amounts.

So, with these Bach Flower remedies, we match the vibrational energy of a flower with the unique negative emotional state experienced by a person. This then starts helping that person, by ‘healing’ their negative emotion and transforming those to more positive and wholesome emotions. Bach Flower remedies address all those negative emotions that are at the core and true cause of our ill-health.
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In summary, we can say that Bach Flower remedies bring about emotional healing, balance and equilibrium by addressing our negative emotions and matching them with appropriate flower-vibrational essences. It utilizes the homeopathic medicine concept of ‘like cures like’ along with the fine vibrational energies of various flower essences to bring about deep, profound emotional healing.

These flower remedies do not have any apparent side effect and there is no concept of overdose with these floral remedies. In case one chooses a ‘wrong’ remedy, it will not be applicable for the situation and will simply not work. 

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​Bach Flower Essences is a natural healing system developed by Dr. Edward Bach.

Dr. Bach believed that the source of all illness is conflict between one's higher self and one's ego or day to day personality. The Higher Self wishes to realize its full potential, and the ego or one's personality, which may obstruct this realization through limiting beliefs and actions, creates a conflict within us.

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​Hypnosis is a safe method that actually takes place in our daily lives without realization, such as just before sleeping when that tired feeling kicks in. This is known as the alpha-state, which is the first state of hypnosis. Those who do not remember getting home during drive, or have been engaged in an activity with steps that have been forgotten, are involved in a hypnotic state during these occurrences. 

At the beginning of a hypnosis session, the hypnotherapist asks what the patient wants to work on and what the possible causes are. They will then find out what the patients goals are in the session and what they would like the outcome to be. They will talk about current life circumstances and then the hypnosis can begin. 

​The only difference between natural occurring hypnosis and guided hypnosis is that guided hypnosis puts the patient into a much deeper state. The patient is fully aware of what is happening and can hear what is being said, even if the mind tends to drift during the session. 

During hypnosis, the physical body is completely relaxed. The more frequently that hypnosis is practiced results in the deeper levels of relaxation. Those who practice meditation regularly will recognize the feelings of hypnosis and often find it easier to tap into the subconscious. 

Hypnotherapy accesses the subconscious and uses “suggestions”, or words, to alter habits and beliefs. This is often used for negative habits such as smoking, overeating and much more. 

Let’s say that you have a problem with portion control and eat entirely too much. A hypnotherapist will first ask you to explain your childhood. The subconscious is generally formed during the childhood years and are often related to family influences, such as harboring guilt on wasted food and so on. 

When you can relate to an issue and feel that that could be the potential cause, the hypnotherapist will put you under hypnosis and access the subconscious mind to change the habit. If the reason is wasted food, the hypnotherapist will alter the thought to something more positive, such as “getting rid of food is perfectly acceptable” and “I eat as much as I require.”

Hypnosis puts thoughts and images into the subconscious, which the subconscious cannot detect as influenced or fake. The subconscious will take the idea in as a real feeling and start to adapt based on the change. Patients that come out of hypnosis feel as though the change they made is of their own influence and doing because the response is so natural. 

At the present time, many people are feeling stressed, strained, and overwhelmed!!

​There are many reasons for it- right from the shock and isolation of these past several months, to seeing challenging-situations overturning each day, the concept of ‘life as we have known it’…

People are feeling fearful for themselves and their loved ones. If one is caught in the middle of such a scenario, then it surely is a time of attentive action for them. But for the rest of us, who get bombarded by such news, this is a time for some reflection, introspection, and preparedness.

We need to remember that ultimately all life-experiences happen from within and in accordance with that- even rejuvenation and healing happens from within. 

So, if you are struggling with some aspect in your life, then take a few minutes out each day to reflect on how you can tap into your own inner resources, within the depths of your heart and inner core to find solutions and address your situation and create your overall wellbeing. 

Each one of us, is a vibrant part of life and because of it, we have been given the ability to maintain our vitality and vibrance- we just need to pay proper attention and take appropriate steps to tap into that inner resource. Something to think about as we traverse thru these challenging times…

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​Magnetic bracelets are believed to enhance blood circulation. The iron content in the blood cells gets influenced by the magnetic field produced by these magnets. This eventually balances proper blood circulation, which in turn helps to relieve muscle pain and stiffness.

This healing effect has proven to be a miracle for patients of arthritis and other chronic pain conditions.   Most people agree that magnetic bracelets have helped them by reducing their pain and suffering, though how this reduction is exactly brought about is still a mystery! 

Magnet bracelets have also shown their healing effect in relaxing brain muscles. They seem to restore our body's natural energy field. One can use magnetic therapy to address daily stress as well as tension and for an overall sense of relaxed wellbeing.

When it comes to physical treatment using magnetic substances, Gemstone Healers & Crystal Therapists have used hematite, which is a natural iron ore. It is believed to encourage absorption of iron, which in turn helps to maintain proper oxygen supply into the body and aids with smoother blood flow. Hence it is believed that Hematite can offer a sort-of ‘shield’ from emotional stress and negative energies. 

In addition, researchers suggest that wearing a magnetic bracelet with the negative pole facing the wrist benefits the wearer by balancing their blood pH. This is supposed to discourage growth of microorganisms, increase blood oxygenation as well as help with reducing free radicals in the blood stream. Because of this, the researchers believe that wearing a magnetic bracelet can help one to stay calm and feel relaxed.

As per the studies conducted on around 194 patients suffering from osteoarthritis affecting their knee and hip, it was found that their pain was reduced by using standard magnetic bracelets.
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The best part of wearing a magnetic bracelet is that even though it provides all these healing benefits, it does not feel like a ‘therapeutic aid’! From practical as well as aesthetic standpoint, it typically looks like a jewelry bracelet and so, one can obtain these helpful benefits while also making a unique fashion statement showcasing their natural lifestyle.

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​Dance therapy, or movement therapy, is the use of one’s body movement to help with various issues of health, whether is it is a physical or mental issue. It is practiced in a number of settings such as centers and hospitals. It allows for us to focus solely on connecting the mind and body, which has numerous beneficial effects on our health and recovery. It is a form of expressive therapy that has been found to lower stress levels and raise self-esteem. 

Aside from its mental benefits, dance therapy also helps improve strength in the muscles, mobility, coordination and eases tension in the body. It allows the patients to move around, which is good for the body, and express themselves through dance, which is good for the mind. It is commonly used to treat patients that are dealing with issues of self-esteem or body image. 

Therapists are able to observe their client and help them improve their sense of self through dance. This leads to better skills of communication and opens the door for clients to become more confident in themselves. It is one of the types of therapy that can be performed in a group, which is why they are often available at nursing homes, centers of rehabilitation, educational and day care centers. 

It is no secret that being able to express oneself is a healing step towards overcoming distressing experiences.

Dance therapy is effective in healing because it encourages the combined use of the body, mind and expression in order to let go of underlying pain. It is especially beneficial for those who are not comfortable or confident in communicating vocally.

Various traumas that dance therapy can help us to overcome include posttraumatic stress disorder, depression, eating disorders, anxiety, identity loss and addictions. Many of these traumas leave either the body or mind feeling broken. These experiences tend to be kept in our memory through visuals or feelings, which can be quite difficult to put into words.

Therefore, dance therapy can allow us to express the pain or feelings in another way, allowing for healing to begin. Dance therapy aims to make the client comfortable in their own body and in social circumstances, to overcome memories related to a traumatic experience and to reset their attitude and relationships in life.  The idea is to be able to express yourself in a supported environment, which has a profound effect on body image and ability to trust and have healthy and meaningful relationships. 

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​Thought field therapy is used to relieve patients of varying degrees of trauma. It is a technique that can be used by anyone and is easy to use. It was founded and researched by a psychologist named Dr. Roger Callahan. It is extremely useful in aiding healing and relieving suffering that is caused by any type of trauma, such as violent experiences, natural disasters, abuse, loss, and illnesses. 

The first step of the therapy is to think about the traumatic event and to see the feelings that come up. Then you must rate the feelings on a scale of one to ten. With ten being the absolute worst feeling imaginable and one being of no significance. After a rating has been given, you will begin to tap the side of your hand using two to four fingers of the other hand. 

The tapping treats meridian points (like those used in acupuncture) and augments other techniques as well. It is done in a specific order.

The tapping then moves to under the nose, followed by the beginning of the eyebrow, under the eye (more gently), under the arm (about half way down the side of the body), the collar bone point (which is found by moving down the neck towards the V section then one inch over to either side of the chest), the little finger (on either hand – but on the side facing the thumb) towards the tip, the collar bone point again, index finger towards the tip (again on the side facing the thumb) and once again on the collar bone point. 

After this, you make a fist using the hand and follow between the knuckles between the middle finger and ring finger and keep tapping it for a longer period of time than the other spots. Then you must close your eyes, whilst continuing the tapping, then open them and look down to the left and down to the right. You follow this by looking in a full circle towards the left and then a full circle towards the right. 

You will them hum any tune you can think of for a short period of time (such as a bar in a song), then count 1-2-3-4-5 and begin humming again. The tapping is then repeated at the eyebrow spot, underneath the eye, under the arm, the collar bone point and the tip of the little finger, the collar bone point again, the tip of the index finger, the collar bone point and then you can finish. After doing this complete cycle once you can reassess the feelings of distress. If it has gone down, then you will repeat the cycle until the feelings stop alleviating. 

If at any point during the cycle you miss a step or have to restart, it is believed as safe to do so. 

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Certain music seems to tele-port us into another world, each time we hear it- a world where we feel safe and happy; comforted and in joy! This music is different for each one of us, almost like it is our own nada-swara.

Originally this was the purpose of all devotional music like chanting and kirtan. But it does not have to be a specific kind of music. Any sound wave that touches your soul and makes you experience the magnanimity of this creation is a good channel or portal to use to access your inner dimension.

Any music can be meditative- it is our interpretive experience of it that makes it so.

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