We are living in high-stress times. It feels like there is always something to be worried about and there is so much uncertainty looming in the air. But, there is something you can do to feel better – listen to more music! Listening to music has been scientifically proven to have many benefits. Read on to learn more about them!
According to a study by McGill University, when you listen to music that you like your brain releases dopamine, otherwise known as the “happy hormone.” In addition to making you happier, listening to music also decreases your cortisol levels, also known as the “stress hormone.” This phenomenon improves your immune system and helps your body stay healthier, as stress significantly weakens the immune system. To maximize these positive immune system benefits, you should also try other methods to decrease your stress levels, such as meditation.
And, if all the current events are making it harder for you to have a good night’s sleep, listening to classical music an hour before bedtime has been proven to significantly improve sleep quality! Dash even has a classical music radio station, featuring pieces performed by the best orchestras in the world.
Another positive benefit of listening to music is that it strengthens your learning and memory. If you’ve taken up a new hobby during quarantine, listening to music while doing it could help you retain the new information and skills better!
Lastly, not only does listening to more music make you feel better, but it also helps provide income to musicians that have lost their main sources of income (live performances) due to the global pandemic.
Get happier, destress, improve your immune system, and strengthen your learning and memory by listening to your favorite Dash Radio stations!