We all like listening to music, but did you know that music can be used as a stress reliever and promote a good health?
And that’s not all, compared to other stress relieving techniques, music as a stress reliever can be used during your regular daily activities so it really doesn’t take any time away from your work schedule. Even more you can find increased enjoyment from what you’re doing while effectively reducing stress from your day.
Experts advise that it is wise to put together a custom playlist for each of the activities, because as the say “by selecting the right music, you can set the tone for a lower-stress day”.
Here are some tips on how and when to add music into your bust schedule and decrease stress in a most joyful way!
Wake up and start your day with music
It is great to wake up with music, and the choice of the music is up to your taste and expectations!
Classical or instrumental music can help you wake up while keeping you calm and focused.
Or you can try something that’s upbeat and makes you want to dance and smile if you need quick energy boost, in a case when you have a very busy day ahead.
In the car
By playing your favourite music in the car you can stay calm and relaxed instead of playing part in a road rage.
Proper music which elevates your mood can relieve some of the tension you feel from the commute itself, and it can help you feel less like you’re wasting time in traffic and more like you’re having some nice time to yourself.
Music can help you chill your mind, and take it off of all that you need to get done once you reach your destination. With a help of soothing tunes you will arrive less stressed and more prepared to take on what awaits you at work!
In the kitchen
Many people find themselves too tired to cook once they get home, but if you put on some music that you enjoy (experts recommend smooth jazz or similar) cooking can become a fun activity rather than a chore. By listening to music while you cook you will find yourself relaxed and in a much better mood once the dinner starts.
While eating
Music can also be a helper as you’re eating your meal. It has been shown that soothing music can lower cortisol levels, making it easier to digest food.
Studies have shown that classical music, in particular, can help you eat less, digest better and enjoy your food even more!
During cleaning
We all have to clean our homes, but it is a chore that many busy people don’t have the energy or wish to face after a long day at work. However, if you throw on some energetic music (hip-hop or pop, for example) you can raise your energy level and transform the chore into an enjoyable activity.
Before falling asleep
Playing music as you prepare to fall asleep is a great way ti decrease stress by taking your mind off what’s stressing you. Music can help slow down your breathing and calm your monkey mind.