Mental Health

Did you know you can actually use your smartphone for mental health? Most of what you read these days about the connection between smartphones and health is pretty negative. You’ll hear about phones making us more disconnected, less in the moment, disrupting our sleep, etc…

And while it is a good idea to spend regular time away from your phone, there’s actually a positive side to that little device! You have a lot of convenience at your fingertips—and access to FREE content—that can help you when you need it. Check out some ways I’ve discovered you can use your smartphone to your advantage regarding your mental health.

Music is a powerful part of life. How many times have you used the benefits of music to nurse a broken heart? To get you pumped for a workout? How about to fall asleep, get inspired, or to entertain in the background at a party? Each of us has our own musical preferences, but we’re connected by the need to reach for it in one way or another. And for good reason. Because it can strengthen our mental health. Here are six big ways we’re affected by music.

Music is amazing for mental health. It has the ability to soothe and de-stress. Everyone has their own taste in music, of course, but most people will agree it has a therapeutic effect on them. And that effect can influence both our bodies and our minds. Especially if the music is slower and calming. For this reason, music can also be really helpful for those who struggle with anxiety. Here are three ways music is beneficial for anxiety.