How Music Soothes Us

Noticing the history and beauty around us can shift how we see ourselves—and our communities. An awe walk through Harlem reveals how the stories embedded in public spaces can spark connection, perspective, and a sense of what’s possible.Summary: Cities are full of quiet moments o ...  Show more

In this gentle practice, psychologist Kristin Neff helps us extend loving kindness inward, offering ourselves the same care and goodwill we naturally give to others.How To Do This Practice: Settle into your body: Sit comfortably, close your eyes if you’d like, and take a few natu ...  Show more

What sounds heavenly to one person might sound like boring noise to another - but why are our musical preferences so different? Is it all down to what we hear growing up, or are other factors at play? CrowdScience listener and music lover Jocelyne from Canada wants to know why sh ...  Show more

CrowdScience investigates the link between music and emotion to try and understand why certain songs can have such a profound impact on our mood.

From breakup songs to upbeat holiday hits, many of us have made playlists that reflect how we feel, whether that’s down in th ...

Music can make us feel happy and sad. It can compel us to move in time with it, or sing along to a melody. It taps into some integral sense of musicality that binds us together. But music is regimented, organised. That same 'sense' that lets us lean into Beethoven makes a bad not ...  Show more

Many of us have a ritual of falling asleep to our favorite tunes or a comforting podcast. It’s no surprise we find solace in this routine; after all, music is known to dial down blood pressure and heart rate, ease anxiety, and reduce cortisol levels. The benefits don’t stop ther ...  Show more