Tips From Music Therapy: How To Put More Music In Your Life

How to Make Your Life More Musical

You don’t have to be Mozart to appreciate music; you don’t even have to play an instrument or sing. All you have to do is listen. When we listen to good music, it inspires us, and can connect us to something bigger than ourselves. Want more music in your life? Here are some tips to make your life more musical!

Start in the shower.

Experience the wonderful acoustics that your voice can’t quite achieve anywhere else. Relax and let go; feel the freedom of singing as if nobody’s listening. Nobody’s listening… right?

Sing with people.

Music can be a way to connect to ourselves, God, and the people around us. Unificationists sing before everything! It’s a way to “bring the spirit”, connect to our higher selves and open ourselves up to God. Carry a guitar with you on family road trips and pop a tune during a silent moment, or start up the occasional open mic—an event where friends jam out with friends, spontaneously and organically.

Create a playlist.

Use music to de-stress, to pump you up, or to experience your emotions in a deeper way by creating a playlist specifically designed for each purpose. 8tracks.com is a place where you can make playlists to share. Create or find the perfect mix for what you want to feel right now.

Share music with a friend.

Create a music exchange group on Facebook. After getting tired of listening to the same old tunes, refresh yourself with some new songs that you’ve never heard before. Discover a new message, a new beat, and a new dance groove.

Be a conscious listener.

Really listen to lyrics rather than just humming along, and choose music more consciously, as the message is important! When you’re listening to something inspirational, let the song speak to you. It may help you with a problem or decision.What musical tips do you have? Share in the comments below!