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Thunder Therapy Is The Buzz-Worthy New Wellness Trend That’s Proven To Beat Anxiety

⛈⛈⛈ - by Arielle Tsoukatos
  • 01 Feb 2019
Thunder Therapy Is The Buzz-Worthy New Wellness Trend That’s Proven To Beat Anxiety

Does the sound of raindrops softly tapping on your window instantly calm your mood? If you answered yes, you're not alone. The soothing effect of sounds found in nature has been a cornerstone of meditation and mindfulness practices for aeons. Cue the latest up-and-coming wellness trend: Thunder Therapy. 

According to a 2016 study by researchers at the Brighton and Sussex Medical School, natural sounds like rainfall, rustling leaves and babbling streams physically alter neural pathways in our brains, helping us to reach a calmer state of mind.

Photo by SHAH Shah on Unsplash
Photo by SHAH Shah on Unsplash

Researchers found that individuals who listened to artificial sounds had patterns of inward-focused attention, linked to conditions such as depression, anxiety and PTSD.

However, those who listened to nature sounds encouraged more external-focused attention, indicating higher levels of relaxation. The study concludes that just like any other natural elements such as the rain or wind, listening to the simulated sounds of thunder can have a calming effect on those suffering from anxiety-related conditions.

Thankfully, you don't need to wait for the next thunderstorm to test out the soothing properties of thunder, as there is a range of apps available to download from the comfort of your own bed, such as Rain Rain Sleep Sounds. You can also find hours of simulated storms on YouTube. 

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Arielle Tsoukatos
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Arielle is a contributor to marie claire Australia. A few career highlights include; lunch with Kim Cattrall, interviewing Naomi Watts and swapping make-up tips with Margot Robbie on the red carpet. You can find her words on InStyle, marie claire and Women's Health.

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