I grabbed a few moments today to read an article from TIME by Susan Magsamen. The article delves into how profoundly music connects with our brains.
Have you ever felt a song resonate deeply, almost like it speaks directly to your soul? That sensation, that shift in mood, isn’t just emotional—it’s a dance of intricate neurobiological processes. The act of merely listening to a beloved song can have such a transformative effect on our mental well-being.
When we let music in, it touches us on a biological level. It’s fascinating to learn that our eardrums, inner ear, and brain all collaborate to convert those melodic sounds into emotions and memories. And the beauty of it? It’s all happening in seconds, almost like our brains have a special place reserved just for music.
Moreover, it’s not only about listening. Creating music, the simple joy of singing has its benefits too. Think of a mother singing to her baby or the melodies that awaken memories in those with dementia. It’s a gentle reminder of the connection we all have with music… 🎶🍃