Music is what many people turn to in times of need, comfort, joy, and sadness. According to Dr. Amy Novotney from the American Psychological Association, "The researchers [have] found that listening to and playing music increase the body's production of the antibody immunoglobulin A and natural killer cells — the cells that attack invading viruses and boost the immune system's effectiveness. Music also reduces levels of the stress hormone cortisol."
Many people will listen to lonely music, even when they don’t feel that way. They feel an emotional connection that can make them feel comforted, to feed their sadness, or even make them happier.
We put together the following Spotify playlists with all this in mind. In this time of social isolation, music can be a great way to feel connected. We hope these playlists provide solace and hopefully a bit of happiness. Check out the descriptions of each playlist below to find one that best fits your needs:
Calming and relaxing songs for early mornings or a time when you need to take a break.
Songs for singing in the shower or dancing in your room. We hope these songs put a smile on your face.
Songs for when you're feeling lonely or sad and just need to embrace it for a bit