Day-to-Day Stress Alleviation

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Anxiety is an emotion most of us have experienced at one point or another. Whether it be before an important job interview or while making an integral financial decision. While occasional anxiety is relatively easy to handle, experiencing anxiety daily can be a tougher predicament. If you’re an individual suffering from anxiety more regularly than before, this article by Scientific Sounds is here to help! Below, we’ll discuss a few useful anxiety-alleviating strategies for you to follow.

  1. Listen to Sleep Music

A prominent symptom of experiencing anxiety is a lack of sleep. This often happens when your mind is racing with thoughts from the moment you lie on the bed. From things in the past to circumstances in the future, you can find yourself stuck in a loop of negative thoughts. Getting inadequate sleep for a prolonged period can lead to various negative health effects and also increase the risk of developing insomnia.

Here’s where sleep music can make a difference! Research shows that listening to calm sounds during bedtime helps individuals fall asleep faster and experience a better quality of sleep. Not only does this allow you to get the rest you need, but also helps you start the next day fresh and energetic rather than tired and sluggish. 

Researchers have found that listening to music triggers a positive response in our brains leading to the release of feel-good hormones such as dopamine, oxytocin, and more. These reduce cortisol (stress hormone) levels in our body and make us feel naturally relaxed and happy.

  1. Try Sound Therapy 

In addition to bedtime, you can depend on music to help with managing anxiety during the day as well. According to research conducted by neuroscientists, listening to specific types of music can have an instant impact on reducing anxiety. In fact, they have created a list of songs that are scientifically proven to help with anxiety. Here is a list comprising a few of them:

  • Canzonetta Sull’aria by Mozart
  • Someone Like You by Adele
  • Pure Shores by All Saints
  • Please Don’t Go by Barcelona
  • Strawberry Swing by Coldplay

If you find any of these songs helpful, we at Scientific Sounds have a complete library of songs dedicated to helping individuals manage anxiety which you can access here!

  1. Alleviate Job Stress

Given that individuals dedicate more than 40 hours per week to work, it comes as no surprise that workplace stress has become a prominent cause of anxiety. This is reflected in research conducted by the ADAA, which states that:

  • 50% of workers feel that stress reduces their quality of work.

If you’re currently working in a workplace where stress has become a daily part of the routine, it’s best to make a change. While switching jobs is hard, it is the right choice for your mental health. Here are some useful steps to make a smooth transition:

  • Review your resume to include your latest experience and skills. Rather than creating one from scratch, use this free builder, as it includes the latest styles and formats!
  • Consider trying your hand at freelancing, as it’ll provide the benefits of a flexible schedule, better pay, and remote work.
  • Network with friends, family, and colleagues to collect references who can then be contacted for advice or referrals for positions.
  1. Organize Your Home Office

If you do end up securing a remote position, follow these steps to set up a stress-free home office:

  • Adopt a digital-first approach to keep the office clutter-free. Clutter is a prime cause of anxiety among many individuals. Hence, it is important to tackle it from the get-go.
  • Purchase 2-3 houseplants to place in the office. Having nature indoors is an easy way to keep stress at bay.

By following the above-mentioned strategies of listening to music while sleeping and sound therapy, managing anxiety will become easier. Additionally, if you do choose to make a career switch, remember to create a stellar resume and consider freelancing as a viable option.