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According to Melissa Hurt, humming is one of the most therapeutic practices one can do for daily wellness. The reason being that breath, voice, body and spirit are all connected when humming our daily dose of wellbeing.
However, there is a clear distinction between humming and singing. Or is there? What would an angry Humm sound like? A happy Humm? A sad Humm? A worried Humm? Could humming portray what feelings sound like? I think there is much more to humming than what meets the ear. Maybe if we want to know what our own feelings sound like, we should start experimenting with our inner voices – through humming. And if we want to know what other people’s feelings sound like, we could start with those in our immediate circle of family and friends. Becoming aware of producing different pitch levels of humming: humming in a higher range and humming in a lower range. Adjusting the volume of our humming. Loud humming. Soft humming. In-between humming. I cannot help to wonder how letting it all out through humming might influence what we are already feeling inside. Creating an awareness of expressing how we feel in’ to how we show out through the unique sounds of humming.
18 Comments
Janca
8/5/2021 12:22:11 am
The volume and pitch levels of humming really indicate how you're feeling - I think. When I'm uncomfortable or feel awkward in public spaces I start humming this high pitched and soft sound. When I feel confident and sure of life I start humming a low pitched and louder sound. For some reason these are always my defaults when feeling bad or feeling good... It gives away my true emotions.
Eliana
8/5/2021 12:28:39 am
Humming in general and using different intensities and pitches while humming could be a tool for our mental well-being. It could be a method to express ourselves without words. It has the ability to help you express your feelings completely. It can also cultivate happy feelings. 8/18/2021 07:26:59 am
Humming is us our emotions shining through subconsciously. We don't need to focus on it - sometimes we just find ourselves doing it. For me, when I hum, it's an indication that I'm in a good mood. The song I'm humming offers a glimpse into what I'm interested in at that point.
Dehan
2/28/2022 01:23:53 am
For me humming is a way to let go of all the negative feelings that is trapped inside of me by releasing a cheerful humm of a beautiful song that I have heard.
Wilhelm
2/28/2022 01:25:09 am
When I Humm I think of whatever comes to mind... I do believe humming has to do with emotion and being a musician I LOVE that I can Humm to express my emotions and inner voice ... I also believe that there are different humms... When I am happy the focus is more on the rhythm and it often takes a playful character ... When I am sad it would take shape of a more intensive melodic line and often sung in the minor ... I Humm to cope with my day and every chance I get ... I Humm in the shower and when I feel at peace I Humm ... Others can often tell what I am feeling through my Humm ... When I am not comfortable I am silent
Bernice
2/28/2022 02:10:29 am
I also think that humming is a very therapeutic practice. It is a way of expressing your emotions in a subconscious way. Sometimes it just comes naturally and you don’t have to focus on it and just find yourself busy humming. It is a good indication of what you are feeling at a specific moment. For example when you’re happy, your tune would probably be lively. When you are sad, your voice would probably be softer and the tune would express your sadness…
Elandri Vorster
6/13/2022 03:07:12 am
I never thought about it that way. That would also make sense since we first express our feelings, quietly and softly eforee we say a word. We might hum 'yes' or 'no' before we say it. We might hum with indignation or with delight. I think we can become more sensitive to humming and then we can learn more about our loved ones. Then we can learn more about our colluges and even about ourselves. We can also use it as a tool to express and process our feelings. Even as a caretaker, we can listen to learn more about our children.
Moratwa
9/1/2023 02:34:44 am
Humming for me often links to harmonising because it reminds me of circles where we would hum hymns together. It is indeed very therapeutic.
Meré Upton
9/1/2023 02:38:11 am
I feel like humming is a good way to let emotions out. If I am angry I start to hum without knowing Im doing it. When Im feeling any emotion I tend to hum and that for me is a positive and healthy outlet.
Dilon
9/1/2023 02:38:26 am
When I first moved into my shared space student apartment, I realised how much I sang at home. I started humming a lot more, and when I would go home, I felt a difference in how I sang. It felt more open and free. I don't know if that had to do with the fact that I was suppressing singing for a few weeks and it was an emotional experience, or if it was because I was able to explore my voice in a different way, to do it softly, loudly, and to actually focus on it. I enjoy humming, especially as I've always loved singing, but never had formal training in singing, I feel like I have more control over my voice when I hum. And it makes singing a lot more fun!
Cara
9/1/2023 02:41:50 am
I have never thought about humming in this way because it is something that always came naturally to me, kind of like an impulsive reaction. I agree that it can show different emotions and can unlock positive emotions (for example, my mom humming while brushing my hair) but can also come over as rude when you are talking to someone and they are humming and not listening. This is very imformative.
Nikilitha
9/16/2023 07:28:32 am
Humming is one of the ways that I release my anxiety. If I'm trying to remember something or if I'm trying to forget about something that scares me, I will start humming to block out the thoughts to distract myself. It also helps to hum quietly during aural exams!
Sergio
10/7/2024 03:28:25 am
Humming can be an accurate and efficient way of communicating feelings. Efficient in the sense that words are not present (communication is faster without words). Sometimes, we as human beings can misinterpret the use of words from another person when they express how they feel, or it happens that we use words that we think are accurate (but not always so). Accurate, in the sense that most people are good at being able to interpret how someone is feeling just by listening to someone hum based on the pitch and volume, even timbre and tempo as well. Timbre and tempo are important in humming. Faster tempi could depict excitement or anxiousness, while certain timbres could indicate gentleness or aggression.
Marco
10/7/2024 03:30:15 am
When I hum, I can't help but feel in awe. I am humming one out of an infinite number of melodies, each holding a different story then the last. It really makes one think about the vast capabilities music holds, and how such a small action is the foundation for a greater creation. Imagine if every hum ever hummed was turned into an orchestral work... How many great works there would be and each person having their own unique work, mapping out the complexity of their personality through music.
Lamees
10/7/2024 03:30:29 am
I agree that humming makes one feel centred and can be thought of as therapeutic. It has the ability to ground all of one's mental, emotional, and physical facets by mere vibrations.
Frederik
10/7/2024 03:35:40 am
I never hum, but can see how it would benefit people. As a way of showing emotion or even coping with negative emotions, it seems like a very healthy and constructive way to deal with those feelings. Having an outlet for everyday things that may irritate you or make you angry is very important. Having this way be constructive and thought provoking, making you reflect on your feelings just adds to the usefulness thereof. I might try to hum in the future.
Sammy
10/7/2024 03:41:18 am
I agree that humming can be therapeutic and portray feelings. I think people hum everyday, and sometimes not even being aware that they are humming. For instance , one could hum a song they heard and not even notice that they are humming. Sometimes it comes naturally and we are not even aware. It's not only a song one can hum, but also when sighing, agreeing or disagreeing, or conveying feelings such as shock or being anxious. I think humming can express one's thoughts or feelings without the use of words. Most of the times when I hum is when I'm thinking of a song and trying to hear the harmonizations, especially if I want to arrange something, sometimes it's a bit weird , especially when I hum on the streets and people start staring.
Leila
10/12/2024 05:02:50 am
Humming is a powerful and therapeutic practice that connects breath, voice, body, and spirit. It allows us to express emotions uniquely—an angry hum might be low and harsh, while a happy hum is light and high-pitched. Personally, I love humming! It enhances my concentration and helps me find the right musical notes. I've caught myself multiple times humming (absentmindedly) to a melody that has stayed in my head(: . Experimenting with pitch and volume can deepen our emotional awareness and foster connection with others. By letting our feelings resonate through sound, we create a unique outlet for expression that promotes relaxation and self-discovery. Humming truly have enriches my daily wellness journey! Leave a Reply. |
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