Physical and Mental Benefits of Aum (OM) Chanting

Aum or Om is the starting mantra which is used before reciting all mantras in Hinduism. Mantras are basically sounds which have specific meaning and vibrations. As per the books Om or Aum is the start and end of every thing.

All mantras start with AUM. There are spiritual benefits of AUM mantra since as per ancient sages this sound resonates with the sound of the universe. This was experienced in states of deep meditation by the sages and hence they encouraged everybody to use this as the initial sound of any mantras.

Though mantras are used for praying and meditation purpose, when recited loudly they also have physical benefits also. The sound which is caused by recitation of mantras have healing effects. Though many mantras are available for chanting, I find it very easy to recite this, since it is a very small mantra, easy to remember and chant. Anyone can chant this mantra very easily and get the benefits.

In this post let us see what are the various benefits of reciting Aum or Om mantra.

1. Relief in Sinus Problems

During the chanting of the mantra a humming noise is produced which creates vibrations in the the head region. The air movements happen between the sinus cavities and the nasal passage which opens up the pores and helps absorb more fresh oxygen and more ventilation is there in the sinus cavities. Due to better ventilation fresh air is available to the sinus cavities which prevents clogging and infection of the sinuses.

Not many people know that during nitric oxide levels are increased by the constant recitation of aum mantra so more than 10 times as compared to normal exhalations. High nitric oxide is produced when the sinuses are in healthy condition.

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2. Voice Quality

As we get older the voice quality changes. In elderly people the voice starts shaking and it is not clear. This is due to damage to the vocal cords and the weakness of the nerves and muscles of the vocal cords. When aum mantra is recited regularly the nerves and muscles of the vocal cord also remain healthy and you would be able to retain your voice quality even in old age.

3. Improved Concentration and Focus

By repeating the manta for around 100 to 500 times daily we remove the impurities of the mind. The mind finds it easy to concentrate and focus. The mind calms down and we find it easy to focus on any task in any sphere of life. The stress levels are reduced and with it we can control the anxiety levels also. Overall productivity also improves a lot.

4. Healing

Aum mantra can also be used for healing purposes. Just chant the mantra and imagine that the vibrations are healing the diseases organs. All the energy is flowing to the diseased organ and it is slowly healing. There is another interesting article you might want to read - Mantra Healing : Why does it work only for few People

You need to sit in a quiet place and recite the mantra for 5 to 10 minutes daily for maximum benefits though you can start with 2 to 3 minutes in the beginning. Gradually take the count to 100 and then 200 and so on as per your capacity and time available.

Practice this wonderful mantra recitation in the early morning and see how wonderful life becomes.

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