While people connect music with entertainment or relaxation, research has proved that music can immensely help us in becoming more productive. Listening to music is therapeutic and it relieves stress and helps in better concentration/performance.
The music choice that we make has a huge bearing on the impact that we experience while working-
Classical music: Researchers have claimed that classical music can increase the efficiency of people. “The Mozart Effect” theory suggests that listening to classical composers can enhance brain activity and improve overall health and well-being.
Words can be a distraction when one is trying to focus and the absence of words in classical music helps improve concentration while working. Classical music is known for bringing in calming, relaxing and stress-reducing effect.
Nature music: Listening to the sounds of waves crashing or a babbling brook has shown to enhance cognitive function and concentration. Soothing sounds, such as flowing water or rainfall, can improve concentration, making the person feel disconnected from the hustle bustle in office. Sound of nature has also proven to induce positivity while working along with a restorative effect on cognitive abilities.
Epic Music: A grandiose, epic music playing in the background can make even the most mundane tasks feel like “Changing the world”. Epic music induces positive feelings of being powerful, victorious, motivated and most importantly, it creates the feeling of “I can achieve anything”.
Your Favorite Music: Listening to one’s genre of music helps in improving productivity. It can be a Bollywood number, peppy song, country music, regional song, the list can go on. Personal choice in music works especially for those who are moderately skilled at work.
The next time you need to go through a mountain of paperwork or stay focused on a project, try using music as a tool to achieve your tasks faster.
Saumika is a creative enthusiast who loves music, art, literature, poetry and dance. She is also a dynamic communication strategist. A busy work schedule did not stop her from pursuing her passion for music and art which helps her stay close to her traditional roots.