How do you prefer to relax? There are many ways to do so, but did you know that music can be especially calming?
The effects of music on the body have been studied for hundreds of years. It turns out that listening to music can indeed have a relaxing effect, mainly because it can lower your blood pressure and heart rate. Breathing was also studied: when your breathing synchronizes with the rhythm of the music, it helps you relax more quickly.
What kind of music is relaxing varies from person to person. However, calmer music tends to be the go-to for most people to achieve a relaxed body and peaceful mind. Music with a tempo of around 60 BPM (beats per minute) seems to be the most effective. This tempo mirrors a calm heart rate. The brain is also stimulated, reaching areas responsible for deep relaxation. Research even shows that music can be more effective than a massage or a walk!
Online, you’ll find all kinds of music with different tempos. Try a few and see what works for you—time to unwind!