The impact of psychological stress on our general health and well-being has been a subject of study as a part of Psychoneuroimmunology and, more recently, its new sub-branch Affective Immunology. Stress releases cortisol, the primary stress hormone and an immunosuppressant that wreaks havoc on our Immune System and adversely affects other determinants of our physical health, such as breath, posture, eating habits, sleep cycle etc. The adverse effect on all of these determinants further dampens the immune system.
Besides the more obvious and tangible forms of stress, certain subconscious beliefs and thought patterns such as lack of self-acceptance, low self-esteem, holding grudges, difficulty “letting go“, fear of rejection and over-emphasis on perfectionism can result in a suppressed immune system. Several research papers have linked “Type A” personalities, who are go-getters, perfectionists, and more prone to stress, to imbalances in the immune system.
Decades ago, a similar observation was made in psychotherapist Alexander Lowen’s work on “Bioenergetic Types”, where “The Rigid” type was found to be more prone to fatigue and immune-related illnesses. Calming your mind by learning to let go of all that worries you and training yourself to handle stress can significantly improve your immune response. As per Chakra Healing, a healthy and balanced heart chakra plays a significant role in the immune system’s health.
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Our track “Prana”, composed by Prateek Gandhi, can help you release your repressed emotions, develop self-acceptance and healthier self-esteem and have a more positive outlook towards life that leads to a healthier you: both physically and mentally. Furthermore, the affirmations will work on the unhealthy thought patterns, helping you transition to a healthier lifestyle, healthy immune response, better posture, healthier breathing, better digestion etc.
This track “Prana” uses the sounds of the forest, that calm the mind, while the energising “Om Chants” raise the level of “Prana” or “Life Force”, creating a balanced, “relaxed yet alert” state of mind (Alpha dominant brainwave state), a state of mind which is the most conducive for emotional and spiritual well-being.