Try putting on some tunes while youre doing chores, studying, or commuting to work.
Your favorite tunes can be a soothing soundtrack to your life and make your daily activities more enjoyable.
Having music that keeps you feeling calm can also help if youre prone toroad rage.
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For example, listening to your favorite songs while youre driving can relieve tension if youre stuck in traffic.
That said, preparing meals at home takes time and energy.
Keeping a pleasant soundtrack on while youre eating can reduce stress during your meal.
Soothing music triggers arelaxation response, which can lower levels of the stress hormonecortisolin your body.
If running around nonstop is making your heart race, try putting on some music that you find peaceful.
You may even feel like dancing around from one room to the next as you tidy up.
Then, make a playlist of songs that will last for that amount of time.
Somestudieshave even suggested that listening to certain music can help you make better money decisions.
Music can enhance a workout and even turn it into an activity that youll look forward to.
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