Music and Mental Health
July 12, 2010 by blackgirlgrown
Filed under emotional health, health and wellness, travel and culture
Music has always been soothing to my soul. No matter the tribulation, task, or terribleness, music was my way to power through the pain – whether physical or mental. Music allowed me refuge and permission to let out whatever emotions were bottled up inside.
Suffice it to say, music has a calming effect that prevents me from going crazy.
My music of choice to escape a thousand miles from my mind…The Buena Vista Social Club. It allows me to escape to the beaches of Cuba and feel like a little girl watching my abuelito play checkers with his friends.
Definitely good for the soul, but also good for my health.
A recent Swedish study suggests that cultural activities, like listening to music, going to a museum, or seeing a play improve your mental health.
blackgirlgrown
