Trying to finish massive amounts of finals week work is never fun. Not only do each semester's final exams come at the same time as either holiday or summer distractions, they also add to stress and take time away from sleep. The lack of focus this results in can have a huge, negative impact on exam grades. So how are students supposed to lessen the stress that fills their minds and improve their energy when they have such little free time? The answer is music. Adding a little pump-up music to your daily routine is a great solution that requires no extra time during a busy finals week.
Whether you're studying for your most important exam, in need of a five-minute study break or trying to settle your nervousness before bed, try turning to your favorite playlist. Years of research have shown that those who purposefully turn to comforting music as a stress reliever are able to boost their mood and reduce their anxiety. Of course, upbeat or happy music is the first type to come to mind when talking about "comforting" music. However, the effects of music are so beneficial that even sad songs have been shown to improve most people's moods as well.
Here's my playlist so far. What will you fill yours with?
