How Music Helps My Mental Health

How Calm Music Helps My Mental Health And Helps Me Relax

School can be a rollercoaster. 

Between late-night studying, trying to keep up with friendships, and all the pressure to figure out my future, there are definitely days when everything feels like too much. 

But one thing has always been there for me—music. 

Not just any music, but calm songs, smooth jazz, a little R&B, and all the playlists I’ve carefully put together over time. 

Listening to music isn’t just background noise for me—it’s a lifeline.

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The Magic of Calm Music

There’s something about calm music that instantly changes my mood. 

On days when my thoughts are racing, a soft melody or a slow beat can quiet everything in my head. 

It’s like the songs wrap me in a blanket and remind me to breathe. 

Sometimes, when the world feels loud and chaotic, I’ll dim the lights in my room, press play on one of my “chill vibes” playlists, and just let the music wash over me. 

In those moments, it feels like the weight I’ve been carrying gets just a little lighter.

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Jazz and R&B: My Secret Comfort

Even though I’m a teenager, I’ve grown to love jazz. 

There’s something so soothing about the way the instruments weave together—it feels effortless and timeless. 

Jazz makes me feel grounded, like everything’s going to be okay. 

And then there’s R&B. 

The smooth vocals, the emotional lyrics, the beats you can’t help but sway to—it’s comforting in a completely different way. 

Sometimes, I’ll switch between jazz and R&B depending on the kind of comfort I need. 

They’re like two friends who always know exactly what to say.

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Listening on Shuffle and Replaying Favorites

One of my favorite things to do is put my playlists on shuffle. 

I love not knowing which song is coming next—it keeps things exciting and somehow makes each track feel fresh. 

But I also have this habit of replaying songs I love over and over again. 

When a song hits just right, it’s impossible to listen only once. 

Sometimes I’ll play the same track five times in a row because it feels like it’s speaking directly to me. 

There’s something so healing about hearing the same melody or lyrics again and again—it’s almost like the song becomes a part of me.

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How Music Got Me Through Rough Times

I can honestly say that music has gotten me through some of the roughest moments in my life. 

Whether it was a bad day at school, a falling-out with a friend, or feeling unsure about my future, 

There was always a song that understood me when nobody else seemed to. 

During times when I felt completely alone, hearing a familiar tune reminded me that I wasn’t. 

Music has this way of making even the hardest days feel a little softer.

There was one night I remember so clearly—I was overwhelmed, stressed, and on the verge of tears. 

I put on a playlist filled with my favorite R&B and calm tracks, and by the third song, 

I felt my chest loosen and my breathing slow down. 

It didn’t solve everything, but it gave me the strength to keep going. 

That’s the thing about music it doesn’t fix your problems, but it makes you feel strong enough to face them.

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Why Music Matters So Much to Me

Music is more than just entertainment for me. 

It’s therapy. 

It’s a way to express what I can’t always put into words. 

It’s a reminder that even when life feels messy or uncertain, there’s beauty to be found. 

When I hear a song I love, I feel understood. 

And I think that’s why I’ll keep creating playlists, hitting shuffle, and replaying songs for as long as I can.

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Finding Your Own Soundtrack

If you’re ever feeling stressed or overwhelmed, I can’t recommend calm music enough. 

Try exploring different genres—maybe you’ll fall in love with jazz like I did, or maybe you’ll find your peace in acoustic songs or lo-fi beats. 

Don’t be afraid to replay your favorite tracks or get lost in shuffle mode. 

Sometimes, the right song at the right moment can completely turn your day around.

For me, calm music isn’t just something I listen to—it’s something that helps me heal, grow, and keep going. 

High school life might be chaotic, but as long as I have my playlists, my headphones, 

And those perfect songs on repeat, I know I’ll always have a way to find peace.