"Why does certain song comfort you?” “What is your go to song?”
Well, songs can comfort you because they often connect with your emotions, reflecting what you might be feeling at that moment. They validate your experiences and make you feel less alone. Music also serves as a great distraction, pulling your focus away from stress or sadness, giving your mind a break. Plus, there's a biological aspect; listening to music can increase dopamine levels, which feels rewarding, and it might decrease cortisol, easing your stress.
The rhythm in music can be soothing too, providing a sense of predictability and comfort similar to a calming heartbeat. Lyrics can tell stories or express feelings that resonate with your own life, offering you a narrative or a sense of closure. Music can also connect you to your culture or community, providing a comforting sense of belonging. And let's not forget how songs can trigger memories of good times or remind you of how far you've come, wrapping you in nostalgia or a sense of personal triumph.
So, everyone might find comfort in music for different reasons, based on what they've lived through, their musical tastes, and the moment they're in.
Please post a link to your favourite comforting song.
Mine and why:
I have special factions in Elite Dangerous, it’s like a theme song for me! 🤓🫡
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