Drumming

  [View Online]( INSPIRATION [Drumming]( The rhythm of drumming is easy for our bodies to take in, as was the rhythm of our mother's heartbeat. That rhythm renews us is no secret. Drumming is the oldest form of music on the planet. Virtually every culture that exists or has existed on earth has practiced some form of drumming. In Africa, the beating of a drum continues to be an important part of significant ceremonies and holiday celebrations. Native American cultures use drumming as a means to reconnect an individual’s mental and physical selves. Throughout history, drumming has been a part of performing rituals, marking significant transitions, and celebrating life’s cycles. Our lives are infused with rhythm beginning at the very moment we first sense our mother’s heartbeat in her womb. All manner of drumming has the ability to put us in touch with our own natural rhythms, the rhythms of the earth, and the rhythms of the people we choose to drum with. The drum can represent the heart, and drumming awakens the mind while stirring the soul. Drumming can take you to a place deep inside you where you are keenly aware of your mind and your body, as well as the vital bond between the two. Much like human beings, each drum has its own vibration and voice. Drumming alone can help you release tension, dispel stress and aggressive feelings, and restore your energy. It can also give you an opportunity to reestablish your connection to Mother Earth, as the beat of a drum can represent a crack of lightning, pounding ocean waves, or the tumult of an earthquake. Drumming with others brings with it many benefits. Taking part in a drumming circle attunes us to the invisible energy that exists between us while uniting us in a common purpose. Drumming can be relaxing as well as energizing. It quiets mental chatter and can create a peaceful meditative state. In Navajo lore, the drum is the Great Spirit’s favorite instrument. It is said that this is why all human beings were given a heartbeat. The rhythmic beating of a drum can move us into new realms of consciousness. There is no right or wrong way to drum, and everyone has the innate ability to create rhythm. When you drum with intention, you’ll discover the rhythms that move you. ❁ Did you miss yesterday's inspiration? Click [here]( to view them all. ♥ Loved this inspiration? Share with a friend](   DailyOM Course Spotlight [The Binaural Beat Method for Better Sleep]( Experience a whole new world of quality sleep after learning how to use the latest sleep science and wellness techniques. This brand-new course by Harvard-certified anatomy and fitness expert Sadie Nardini will teach you quick, natural sleep solutions that release tension, decrease anxiety, and instantly relax your mind and body. With soothing binaural beat sessions that balance your nervous system, powerful meditations, breathwork, and more, you’ll learn how to take control of when and how well you rest. [Learn More]( New Courses - [The Art of Manifesting Your Soulmate]( - [Sacred Sexuality: Open the Energy of Intimacy]( - [Transitioning Through Divorce: Grieving the Loss of Marriage]( - [The Feldenkrais Way to Heal the Body]( - [Ego Death: Restore Your True Self-Identity]( Recommended For You [Heartbreak to Soulmate With the Magic of Tapping]( [Learn More]( [Write Heal Transform: A Magical Memoir Writing Course]( [Learn More]( [Re-Parent Your Inner Child]( [Learn More]( [Preventing Procrastination]( [Learn More]( [Rewire Your Brain, Transform Your Body]( [Learn More]( [Writing Your Deepest Prayer]( [Learn More]( Top 10 Courses 1. [Next Level Fascia Miracle: The Lymphatic Secret]( 2. [The Vagus Nerve Miracle]( 3. [The 9-Minute Science-Based Workout]( 4. [Sacred Sexuality: Open the Energy of Intimacy]( 5. [Holistic Vagus Nerve Stretches for Immediate Relief]( 6. [Sacred Self-Care and Ayurvedic Nutrition]( 7. [The Intuitive Power Behind Angel Numbers]( 8. [Embracing the Signs and Symbols in Your Life]( 9. [Talking to Dead People]( 10. [The Art of Manifesting Your Soulmate]( Explore 350+ Courses There's something for everyone. What do you want to learn today? [Browse by Topic]( [DailyOM Logo](   [Facebook]( [Instagram]( [Pinterest]( [Twitter]( You are receiving this email because you're subscribed to DailyOM. You are registered with {EMAIL}. [Inspirations]( | [Courses]( | [Horoscopes]( [Remove me from this list]( | [Help/FAQ]( Copyright © 2023 [Everyday Health, Inc.]( All rights reserved. DailyOM is among the federally registered trademarks of Everyday Health, Inc. and may not be used by third parties without explicit permission. 114 Fifth Avenue, 15th Floor, New York, NY 10011 Subject to our [terms of service]( and [privacy policy](.