POETRY READING: A MEANS FOR HEALTH PROMOTION by Nupur Munshi and Manjula Mukerjee
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Poetry is an art form that can be used as a means to reduce stress. This article is an attempt to explore poetry and a few poetic renderings to see whether it can be used as a stress-buster. Of all literary forms of art, poetry has its own flavor-meter, language, imagery, diction - all of which combine to form what is known as the art of poetry. Selected extracts from the greatest gems of poetry have been quoted. Stress is felt in modern lives and the negativities of stress can pose serious health problems. Man can overcome stress by using stress-relief devices like practicing yoga, listening to music, or even reading poetry. Poetry is inspirational, creates fantasy and can be used as a medium of diversion, relaxation and optimism. Reading or rather reciting poetry can be a type of an effective defense mechanism to divert the mind from negative stressful feelings. Reading poetry develops understanding in perceiving self and others, creativity, new ideas and insights, increase adaptability and ability to express self. These criterions may help reduce stress. Some scientific studies conducted worldwide with findings have been cited to show how poetry has been used from the ancient times till now as a universal healer.
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Journal of Indian Health Psychology Vol. 7, No. 2, March, 2013