Healing Power of Music

The notion that music has a profound effect on mind and mood probably does not come as much of a surprise. A single song has the ability make us laugh or bring us to tears, lift us up when we are down, shake off a bad mood or motivate us to hit the gym, transport us back in time, or dance like no one is watching. Music strikes a chord with all of us — the universal language.

But listening to your favorite tunes does more than just boost your mood. Research shows that music’s influence over our biology and health is far-­reaching. There is considerable evidence that listening to your favorite tunes can boost physical as well as mental health — including better sleep, more productive workouts, pain reduction, and improved heart health.