Music is a great source of inspiration, a drive that has led to the success of many individuals. Whether it’s classical music by Mozart or slow and soft Jazz, many people attest to the motivation they get when listening to their favorite tunes. Research done by neuroscientists has proven that the vibration and frequencies of musical instruments and beats in songs are capable of altering moods and shifting emotions(Chanda & Levitin, 2013).
Music has evolved over the years taking up different forms, which are continuously presented across different cultures(Deckers, 2005). It is widely appreciated and this is seen even in special birds such as parrots and cockatoos that are able to mimic vocals. According to Darwin, human beings largely appreciate music because music brings out positive emotions such as love, joy, and happiness it. This makes it a good mood regulator. Good social relations and bonding are also motivated through creating and listening to music, especially those that bring people together e.g. patriotic songs. Positive lyrics in music will no doubt nurture good feelings and in turn behavior that resonates with the feelings invoked. On the other hand, certain types of lyrics can drain the individual and lower the mood of a person, while some negative lyrics in specific genres of music can lead to maladaptive behavior over time.
I’ve particularly always preferred fast songs that have rhythm and awesome beats, however I stumbled across a certain movie one time that shows this neuroscientist professor who is obsessed with symphonies and orchestra music, apparently it helped him concentrate better. Later I learned about Ben Carson in a film I watched and he too listened to classical music during studies. Having employed this during my reading, I realized I concentrate better and for longer. I’m also able to cover more topics and once I’m done, the mental fatigue is negligible. Though it’s said it depends on one’s personality, I believe classical music probably works for all.
References
Chanda, M. L., & Levitin, D. J. (2013). The neurochemistry of music. Trends in Cognitive Sciences. http://doi.org/10.1016/j.tics.2013.02.007
Deckers, L. (2005). Motivation: Biological, psychological, and environmental, 2nd ed. [References]. (2005).
