Do you believe that music may help reduce Anxiety?

[Terry Walker]

Music as a relaxation tool is certainly nothing new. Decades of research have found that the right tune can decrease blood pressure, slow heart rate, and even curb anxiety. Do you believe it based on your personal experiences?

[CaliA]

Based on personal experience, I can only say that when I have really bad periods in my life, I don't want to listen to relaxation music at all. I want to listen to something that can break you even more, but at the same time you understand that someone was experiencing the same thing, that they understand you and that you can cope with it too. I just want to cry, scream, and it seems like it becomes easier to get through everything

[Holbytla]

Yes, I was diagnosed with severe anxiety/OCD and music is a big help in dealing with the illness. Nothing like going for a long walk while listening to your favourite tunes.

[Tony1]

Sorry for necroing, but speaking from personal experience, I've struggled with anxiety for years, and including music in my coping mechanisms has been helpful.

During therapy sessions, my therapist introduced me to the idea of using music in relaxation exercises, and it's been remarkably effective. Whether it's calming instrumental pieces or soothing melodies, music can shift my mood and quiet the racing thoughts in my mind.

Moreover, listening to music while engaging in other anxiety-reducing activities like running amplifies the benefits. It creates a harmonious synergy that enhances the overall sense of relaxation and well-being.

Music also helps me fall asleep better. Listening to calming music or ambient sounds before bedtime improves my ability to fall asleep faster and enjoy a more restful night. For this, I use an app called Calmer. My favorites are the sounds of the gentle rustle of leaves, the sound of raindrops, and soft piano melodies, among others.

[jasaf]

I agree with you. Calming music makes wonders

[violinbzjc]

Music can be a great relaxing way, but it depends on the person. For some, the right song can help with anxiety and stress. For me, music doesn't help much with my anxiety. Vaping is what makes me feel calm. I've been dealing with anxiety for a while, and since I started using a vape from Nexus Smoke, my anxiety isn't as bad. Everyone's different, so it's about finding the best for you.

[boroda]

Music can be a great relaxing way, but it depends on the person. For some, the right song can help with anxiety and stress. For me, music doesn't help much with my anxiety. Vaping is what makes me feel calm.

unfortunately, it's true for me too. but smoking rather than vaping. and this is very, very bad.

[Música]

Thankfully, I don't have anxiety issues. Nevertheless, I do keep my DAP charged and handy bedside because reaching for music is my reliable and effective solution when sleep isn't coming. In such circumstances, it works and I often wake up with my earbuds still in, even in the morning. I have a "lullabies" playlist in my DAP along with a bunch of favorite night-time albums in my digital collection. I'd say music certainly is a relaxing "therapy" for me.

[Hanestoot]

For me, it%u2019s not always about relaxing music. Sometimes, songs that match my mood make me feel understood and less alone. It%u2019s like the music gets what I%u2019m going through.
I%u2019ve also found that having a creative hobby helps. Getting my own bong bowl was surprisingly calming and gave me something to focus on. Combining music with another relaxing activity really helps.

[MooseSpectacles]

Honestly, the only thing that has truly helped me is cannabis. I’ve tried other solutions before, such as traditional therapies and medication, but I didn’t experience the same level of improvement. I tried antidepressants, talk therapy, and relaxation techniques, but often they didn’t have the desired long-term effect.

Cannabis, however, has provided me with significant improvement, especially in managing anxiety and stress. I know it doesn’t work the same for everyone, but for me, it has been a solution that has brought more calm and balance. The key is finding a really good product, which is why I turned to the Releaf clinic in the UK, where I always get my cannabis for ADHD.

[hiccup]

Honestly, the only thing that has truly helped me is cannabis.

Is it helping to improve your life?

[boroda]

talk therapy is frequently useful. that's why i usually very active on the forum, not only developing some plugins. even though i rarely talk about problems with my health.