If you sing along to songs in the car or belt out a few tunes in the shower, you may be doing yourself quite a bit of good. Although the people around you may prefer you not belt out a few tunes, there are numerous reasons to sing and sing often.
Evidence points to singing as having psychological benefits, and singing also increases oxygenation in the bloodstream. Professor Graham Welch has studied the developmental and medical aspects of singing for more than 30 years. Welch consistently advocates for singing, saying it can serve as an aerobic activity that promotes a healthy heart.
Singing can help to alleviate stress by releasing oxytocin, a natural stress reliever, into the blood. Stress has a number of adverse effects, and any steps taken to help relieve stress can lighten one’s mood and release tension.
Group singing can lessen feelings of depression and loneliness. Group singing may sync the heart rates of participants and could actually serve as a type of guided group meditation.
You don’t even have to be a good singer to reap the benefits of singing. A study by researchers at the University of Sheffield music department indicated that singing “can produce satisfying and therapeutic sensations even when the sound produced by the vocal instrument is of mediocre quality.” That means no one should be afraid of singing their favorite songs, even if they fall out of tune.
Sing away! The benefits can be worth the few curious glances that you receive.
Source : By WLMagazine | womenslifestyle.com
