Strength in Numbers

One of the first to emerge from the melting snow, daffodils symbolise rebirth and resilience. Their cheerful solitary blossoms remind us of the circle of life while narcissi come in clusters representing friendship. Galantamine extracted from their bulbs is used to treat dementia, while other compounds alleviate pain. It is believed they also possess anti cancer properties - no coincidence they are the symbol for cancer fundraising initiatives worldwide. 

I am drawn to these perky blooms as they remind me of the power of group.  Current research shows that participation in a weekly scheduled group activity can improve mental health by >20%.   Combine that with gongs and the effects and exponential. 

Oliver Wendell Holmes said, "Take a music bath once or twice a week for a few seasons, and you will find that it is to the soul what the water-bath is to the body." While Oliver Sacks recognised that, “The power of music to integrate and cure. . . is quite fundamental. It is the profoundest nonchemical medication." 

My own research conducted during COVID for Svaram Sound Institute reinforced these findings.  A group of 11 senior executives participated in 20 min gong baths once a week for 12 weeks. The results were 100% improvement in sleep, 83% decrease in perceived stress and 72% improvement in overall wellbeing.  Since then I know of at least four companies in HK who used nearly identical protocols with similiar results.

As we approach the end of winter isn’t it time to transcend and feel in harmony with something else? Whether it’s a glorious sunset, inspiring music or another human being…. Not only do we feel more relaxed and at peace, but this entrained state increases our ability to perform well and offers numerous health benefits? (Doc Childre & Howard Martin)

I invite you to join our weekly events for Music has a great power for bringing people together. With so many forces in this world acting to drive wedges between people, it’s important to preserve those things that help us experience our common humanity." Ted Turner