Live happy tip of the day: Dance your worries away

Have you ever felt happy after shaking a leg? That's the right way to go about it. Find out why

Whenever you listen to peppy music, your body starts swinging and all you're left with is a huge smile on your face. There's truly something special about dance that leaves behind a sense of pleasure and a feeling of happiness. Whether you're a homemaker who enjoys moving rhythmically in the kitchen while cooking or you're truly an enthusiast learning dance professionally, dancing is good way to let your emotions out and cheer up your mood. Even researchers believe that dance helps in numerous ways to keep you healthy and happy

A study was carried out by researchers at The University of New England in New South Wales and the Australian National University in Canberra. The study included 41 participants who were victims of anxiety, stress and depression. After just 2 weeks, 20 participants who were given dancing lessons reported positive improvements in their mood. They said they felt content, satisfied with life and had improved sleep cycle.

Dance promotes an overall sense of wellbeing by boosting immune system, improving muscular strength and tackling daily stressors. Hanna JL in her study 'The power of dance: health and healing,' explains that through dancing a person heals naturally and gains a sense of control by

• Being more spiritual
• Mastering the movement
• Diverting away from stress and pain

You don't need to join a dance class to learn it up. Just play your favorite music and make your own moves. Just give it a thought, and for once dance like no one's watching you. You'll see the difference for yourself.

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