Another wonderful article on chanting from Spirit Voyage’s blog
10 Reasons to Chant: On the Benefits of Mantra Meditation
By Donna Quesada on March 21, 2011
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The Benefit:
Reduces Anxiety and Depression
The Technology:
By combining sound, breath and rhythm, mantra meditation channels the flow of energy through the mind-body circuit, adjusting the chemical composition of our internal states and regulating brain-hemisphere imbalances, contributing to a natural abatement of fear and despair–emotions that underlie both of these common afflictions. By balancing the nervous system, chanting regulates the chronic stress and tension that is the norm for many people in today’s hyper-stimulated lifestyle. And by balancing the endocrine system, chanting normalizes hormone production, which balances our moods and overall sense of well-being.