Music, as a way to relieve stress

Singapore
August 17, 2010 12:18am CST
Music, as we all know, is an art by itself. I know of many people who listen to music all the time when doing work or maybe just sitting down on the chair and listening alone. To some people, music may just be some nice sounding melody to them but in actual fact, it has therapeutic effects on humans. Music like baroque, helps to boost the mind and enhance learning. Jazz, which I like most, helps to relax the mind and thus, relieves us of stress. I recommend listening to jazz as it is 'soft' in a way. Some people, especially youngsters, love listening to heavy metal music. Now that's their own way of relieving stress. My teacher once told me that heavy metal music was rough and its lyrics were kind of 'emo' as it was always about killing or whatsoever. Well, that was what my teacher said. As I also play the piano, I listen to Richard Clayderman's music pieces too. I like his 'a comme amour', 'love story' and many more big hits. Do you listen to music to relieve stress too?
3 responses
@Chubsko (51)
• Philippines
17 Aug 10
I believe that music is really a good outlet of stress because when you listen to your favorite music you tend to sing and unknowingly you are already relieved. But i might suggest to listen to music that is relaxing ...
• Singapore
18 Aug 10
Hmm.. I don't sing along but I do move with the beat.
@picjim (3002)
• India
17 Aug 10
I prefer pop music.I like listening to instrumental music especially the one performed by Yanni.Music relieves me of stress and inspires me.When i'm a bit down it elevates my spirit.Even when i'm fine i'd love to listen to music as it makes me happy.
• Singapore
17 Aug 10
Pop music? Oh yea, I also like it. I listen to korean pop music too. What about you?
• China
17 Aug 10
Agree with what you said. Listening to the music really helps me relax and relieve of stress, especially some called soft music.