08/25/2026
This comes from a former colleague (shouts to Teresa!) who had a million tricks to get through a wave of strong emotions. Music is perfect for getting through emotions because it’s such a sensory experience, and different songs can actually influence your mood. Here’s how you harness that power:
1️⃣ Start with a song that matches the mood you’re feeling. Angry? Listen to some head banging metal. Sad? Put on some emo. Afraid? I dunno, maybe the soundtrack to a horror movie? Identifying your mood is the first step to riding that wave of emotion.
2️⃣ After you’ve spilled your guts listening to a song that matches your mood, cue up something calming and soothing. Could be a nice acoustic tune, or a nice sound bath, perhaps? Watch for if you feel strong emotions returning, they might have more to say.
3️⃣ Finish off with a song that is upbeat and gets you pumped up and ready to take on the day. There are tons of pump up playlists out there, or maybe it can just be something by your favorite band.
There you have it, a way to change your mood in three songs flat. Try it out and then comment on how it worked for you! 💥
Originally posted on September 7, 2021
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