Can Drumming Relieve Stress & Cure Diseases?

Written by Chris Barton

Tuesday, 24 March 2009 08:28

There has been a lot of talk recently about the healing power of drumming. I'd like to talk about this idea of healing, and express my opinion on the matter. Please understand that I will be taking this from a standpoint of being a Christian.

Therapeutic: Looking for life? Consider playing the djembe drum! I've found peace when drumming along with Christian worship music. If you were to join a band or a drum circle you could find that being part of something bigger than yourself can bring you a lift. If you just focus on yourself all the time it's possible to navel gaze in self pity. For this reason alone I recommend playing the djembe drum.

Reduce stress: Perhaps it's the banging (it always helps to hit something!), maybe it's the repetitive rhythms helping you to get in the groove, but playing the djembe really does help provide stress relief. African instruments lend themselves to playing in groups. Each person in the group finding their niche, their place - brings security, improves self esteem, and leads to friendship - everyone needs friends! According to recent medical research, stress is a symptom of 98% of all diseases. Recent studies show that playing drums with your heartbeat for 15 minutes alters brainwave patterns, actually increasing alpha waves and dramatically reduces stress. So drumming can actually contribute to improved health!

Traditional Tribal Religions in Africa: Religions in Africa often use the djembe drum in their healing ceremonies. Often used by shamans the djembe drum is known as the "healing drum". I know it is possible with the traditional African religions to see healings taking place, they certainly have shown a level of power in the area of healing. I don't want to open myself up to the spirits they call down. Often, people are quite happy to "pick and mix" spirituality, and mix a bit of Christianity with a bit of traditional African religion, with a bit of the latest spiritual idea. I am not one of those people. Personally, I follow Jesus, and trust in Him for my healing.

Jesus heals: I've seen the power of prayer, and Jesus healing all kind of illnesses & diseases. I'm a follower of Jesus. I believe He is God, and has the power to heal. I am interested to see how music and playing the djembe puts us in the right mindset, and allows the Holy Spirit to bring peace and healing. I've noticed that when worshipping Jesus I've felt the closest to God, and felt His presence, almost tangible, when worshipping through music. When I close my eyes and play my piano, thinking about Jesus, I feel closer to Him. I believe spiritual, mental and physical healing are found in Jesus. I believe he is the only God who can bring true peace and healing. Next time you play your djembe drum ask Jesus to make himself real to you and see for yourself!

I would say that trusting, believing & following God is the path to truly fulfilled life. Drumming can contribute to your well being, and can almost eliminate stress levels, but if you want true healing then I would say you should find it in Jesus, rather than drumming.

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