For those who think music is merely a means of entertainment and nothing more, think again. It's even been scientifically proven that music impacts us in ways nothing else can. It helps us heal, learn, sharpens our memory, and triggers our creativity.
Have you ever come across someone saying that they dislike music or they don't particularly enjoy it? Well, it's needless to say the answer is no. Listening to music is a common habit that we all share. We all have that one song to which we can't help but sing along. It sets off our emotions. It might be a song that was played at your wedding, a song by your favorite band, or something you just happen to come across while surfing the web.
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This universal bond we share with music has led to various researches across the globe. And, it's even been scientifically proven that listening to music benefits our mental health. The neuroscientists at McGill University who studied the brain on music discovered that it affects deep emotional centers in the brain and consequently releases dopamine, a hormone that is responsible for the feelings of pleasure and satisfaction in our bodies. Therefore, music assists in reducing anxiety, stress and pain.
“I think music in itself is healing; it's an explosive expression of humanity. It's something we are all touched by. No matter what culture we're from, everyone loves music." - Billy Joel, Musician
Do your friends have the same taste in music as you? It's not a coincidence. Music instills chemistry which enables us to foster new friendships and strengthen the ones we already have. Besides, several studies and surveys have already proven that a person's preferences in music reflect his/her personality. Which entails music is also a means of self-expression. As a result of this we tend to easily bond with people who share the same taste in music as us.
Apart from being a medicine, music is also a brain booster. It makes learning fun. Ever wondered how we learn a song we've just heard more easily than our new mobile number? It's because our mind retains everything it enjoys. Ergo, mixing a bit of music and learning works like a charm. Moreover, it's not only faster but also lasts long. Similar to how we remember the poems taught to us in pre-school till now, we retain anything learned through music for a longer time.
Music and art go way back considering how music ignites creativity. This is evident from one of Picasso's masterpieces the Three Musicians from 1921. It feeds our imagination and inspires us to become innovative. Many artists irrespective of their area of interest have admitted to the use of music as a source of inspiration for their work.
Music holds far more significance in our lives than it's given credit for. We're all lisztomaniacs, some just a bit more than others.
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