Ancient art meets modern science: can tracing calligraphy and singing reduce stress?
NCT ID NCT06803641
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tests whether a daily 30-minute mindfulness practice using Tao Calligraphy (tracing lines with fingers) and Tao Song (listening, singing, or chanting) can lower stress, increase social connectedness, and boost peace of mind. Fifty adults will be randomly assigned to either practice daily for three months or join a wait-list control group. Researchers will measure changes using standard questionnaires at the start, three months, and six months.
What this could mean
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- Active substance
- Mindfulness practice with Tao Art (Calligraphy and Song Love Peace and Harmony)
- What this could lead to
- If it works, this could offer a simple, low-cost daily practice to help people feel less stressed and more connected and peaceful.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small early study with only 50 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The practice requires daily commitment, and benefits may be modest or not last long-term.
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Study facts
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- Phase
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Not a phased trial
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- Participants
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About 50 people
The number the study aims to enrol. It can still change while the study runs.
- Started
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Apr 2025
- Expected to finish
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Dec 2030
An estimate. End dates often move.
- Lead sponsor
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Other sponsor
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Who can take part
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19 years and older
- Sex
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Anyone
- Healthy volunteers
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Accepted
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Inclusion criteria * Age 19 and over * Willingness and ability to comply with data collection requirements * Submission of required documentation before entering the study, including informed consent and consent to release of information * Willingness to allow their data to be used for research purposes and published as deemed fit (while conforming to all applicable privacy laws) by Sha Research Foundation * Willingness to practice the daily mindfulness practices for at least 30 minutes and follow the study protocol Exclusion criteria * Not meeting any of the inclusion criteria * Unwillingness to participate in data gathering * Unable to follow the practice regimen, including the daily individual mindfulness practices for at least 30 minutes * Pregnant or nursing. Participants who become pregnant during the study will be required to end their participation. * Serious mental disorders (e.g., schizophrenia) * There is no exclusion criteria placed upon potential subjects related to national origin, culture, ethnicity, race, sex, physical disability, sexual orientation, religion, or spiritual practices.
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Study contacts
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Contact
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Locations
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Private practice (Psychology)
RECRUITINGBuffalo, New York, 14222, United States
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