How did I relieve stress as a student-worker? Here is my take👇
I used to be a student-worker, which means I work to earn some money as a student and also simultaneously try to keep my grades up
How I survived 👇
Sometimes the mountain of workload and responsibility just keeps growing every day, no matter how hard we try. In such situations, stress buzzes around us like a giant monster bee. Although stress can sometimes motivate us to work harder, too much stress is bad for our health.
So how will you combat this dilemma? Is there a quick and soothing pain reliever that won't take up too much time in your busy life?
Yes, there is. Music is one of those stress killers that is relaxed, uncomplicated, saves time and is also fun. I call it music therapy.
How does music combat stress?
Music has been a part of our lives since human existence. Music created from soothing sounds found in nature has now taken its place in our lives as a variety of artists from around the world create different genres of music to soothe every soul. Aside from being a treat for the ears, here are some ways music can help you relieve stress:
Help you focus on your work
When a task is overwhelming you are or go to the gym with a goal to lose weight, you can often deviate from your goal. In such situations, music helps anchor your thoughts and make your tedious work more comfortable.
Improve your sleep rhythm
If you cannot sleep properly at night or feel stressed all day due to lack of sleep, Listening to relaxing tunes before bedtime will help you relax your mind and sleep properly.
Helps fight depression
Depression can cause sadness and sometimes suicidal thoughts. Listening to music when you are sad or depressed will lift your spirits, distract you from the situation and reduce negative thoughts.
Lowers your blood pressure
When you are stressed, your heart beats faster when you are up react to the situation. When the heart beats faster than usual, blood pressure rises. Listening to music when you feel your blood pressure rising or your anger building will help distract your mind and relax your heart, which will lower your blood pressure.
Breaking through painful feelings
Music not only relieves emotional pain, but also physical pain. When you listen to music while in pain, your brain produces certain endorphins that make you happy and help you heal quickly
Reduces Anxiety
Anxiety is one of the most common mental disorders and it has become almost rampant. Unaddressed stress builds up and can lead to anxiety. Listening to music and doing everyday tasks can drastically reduce anxiety.
Helps you tune into your emotions.
We can sometimes feel happy or sad for no apparent reason.This can often lead to confusion and emotional disturbances, leading to stress and anxiety. Listening to different genres of music helps us get in touch with our feelings and allows us to be mindful of our emotions.
Improve concentration
Is your stress increasing? Listening to the right kind of music greatly improves concentration and increases productivity. Pick the right playlist and get everything done on your schedule efficiently.
Relaxation
It relaxes you When you've had a very hectic day and you're feeling exhausted, the best way to relax is to turn on some music. Simply listening to your favorite music will calm you down and even help you feel energized.
You can listen to music anytime, anywhere, and it will always have a great effect on your mood and help you control stress. Upbeat music improves focus and positivity. It also greatly improves productivity.
On the other hand, listening to soft music can relax and calm your mind.
What kind of music is best for dealing with stress?
The sounds of nature like rain, thunder and birdsong help a lot in coping with stress. Instrumental music is also very effective in reducing stress just in case.
If you are a student-worker like I was,I hope your dream and aspiration becomes a reality. life can be tough, it would all be worth it in the end from @sam9999
Thanks for reading, Sayonara 🖐
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Music is life indeed, I've experienced it and still experience it. Country song is my thing and song with good sounds help me relax better
Wow, I am also a lover of country song, love the steady flow of the rhythms and beats
Same page ✌️😇
Indeed... There is nothing that good music cannot do. It will help you to work better and faster. That way you will go through the stress easier.
Thank you for sharing this with us.
Yeah music therapy, the only therapy that uses sound to produce a therapeutic effect, pure and undiluted treatment.