Why Music is a Free Therapy
Almost every person in this world enjoys listening to music. It has played a big role in human’s life since hundreds of years ago. We all know that listening to music makes us feel good, even increasing our mood. Because of this, maybe some of us leave questions about why music is a free therapy.
Basically, when we are listening to music, our brain releases a neurotransmitter called dopamine. This hormone creates a feeling of satisfaction for us. As we gain satisfaction, our mood increases rapidly and motivation seems so close to us. After we experienced the effects of dopamine, we will feel good, happier, and even make our day better.
Several kinds of research state that when a person lies down under the fMRI (functional magnetic resonance imaging) while listening to music, some parts of their brain “light up”.
Other than that, hopping into music can make you feel less anxious. This means that music is able to unite people, which leads them to reduce their loneliness and social isolation. Music acts as a universal power, it can turn strangers into friends, or maybe lovers by just having the same taste in music.
Playing instruments also have similar benefits just like listening to music. You will gain a huge amount of confidence after playing a piece of music you prefer. By playing an instrument, your social life might as well get better because you can make friends with people who play the same instrument as you do.
In other words, music makes you enjoy life more than before. Its ability to reduce stress and loneliness is just pure therapy. Music also lifts up your spirit and other people around you. Through music, you are able to spread positiveness to your friends or loved ones.
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