Music and The Brain

When you listen to music, your brain releases dopamine a feeling of reward. At the same time, areas associated with memory, mood and emotion become activated. Music at the right tempo can sync your brain activity, calming mental chatter while keeping you engaged.

Reducing Mental Fatigue

Studies show that background music, especially instrumental, ambient or classical, can help reduce distractions. It helps maintain flow. Students who listened to music while working had less mental fatigue than those who worked in silence.

The Right Type Of Music

Different tasks require different types of music. For creative tasks, try soft, ambient and jazz music. For analytical tasks require repetitive electronic or classical music can improve focus without distracting you. Avoid music with lyrics when you’re doing language-based tasks because it can interfere with your thought process.

Creating a Routine

Music can signal a mental state, meaning that by using the same playlist every time, you can train your brain to enter ‘focus mode’ when it hears the same sounds. You can do this by picking the same playlist exclusively for focused work, keep the volume low and allow the music to become a part of your deep work routine. Overtime you brain will associate those sounds with productivity.

Final Tips:

• You ca use noise-cancelling headphones, if you’re in a noisy environment.
• Try the Pomodoro technique with 25-minute focus paired with music
• Choose music that helps you feel calm and alert at the same time.