Music's Deep Dive: The Emotional Elixir We've Overlooked [View all]

I listen to music every morning for about an hour. I didn't know there was a study (see link) about the therapeutic benefits, but I have felt them. I listen with another person and that's all we do: no sipping coffee, no fiddling around on the computer or cell phones, just a pure relaxed state where we do nothing but listen.

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Summary: Researchers find that intense focus on music triggers powerful emotional responses with therapeutic benefits.

The study observed participants in the “Listen Up” experience by Indigo Project. Participants listened to music in a dimmed studio, resulting in a range of emotional reactions.

These deep musical immersions were not just mere enjoyment; they were seen as cathartic journeys leading to a serene state.

Key Facts:

Deeply focusing on music can evoke a spectrum of emotions, both negative and positive.
The “Listen Up” experience involves participants listening to music in a dimly lit studio for around 50 minutes.
Participants described their immersive music sessions as cathartic, culminating in feelings of peace and calm.

Source: James Cook University

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Also see: Listen Up a Case Study of Focused Listening at Sage Journals.