Kolin's discussion got me thinking. How much does music play into my life? Even as I write this blog I am listening to music. The role of music in my life is a necessary support that I need to get through my week.
For example, when I am doing homework I am listening to music. Term papers are simply boring. They are not fun and I believe that few people enjoy them. However, if I am listening to music, my ideas come out much faster. Mainly due to the fact that I am not bored and not thinking about sleep. If anything I look forward to papers and homework because it is a good excuse to listen to music for a couple hours.
Music is especially prominent when I am doing something physical. Running or working out is not the same once you have been motivated by fast pace songs. Music helps me get in the mood to do things that require a sense of urgency. It seems difficult to do push-ups, bends and thrusts, mountain climbers, pull-ups, bear crawls, leg lifts, flutter kicks, firemen carries, firemen squats, planks, inch-worms, bicycles, negatives, diamonds, seals, building a house, wall sits, buddy wall sits, and etc... without someone/something to get you going. Music, more often than not can fill that void.
I also like to rely on music to help me chill. Craig Morgan tends to sound especially good on lazy Sunday mornings.
We can all agree that music is a form of expression. It can also be concluded that in today's society it is a necessary facet of everyday life. Whether or not you find yourself in the elevator, gas station, or the car, you can be sure that music will satisfy your mood.
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I definitely agree. I think that whether we realize it or not, music plays a huge role in our lives. Whether it be to warm up, cool down, or just relax when we go to bed, music is almost always with us.
ReplyDeleteDOWNRIGHT FREAKIN' MOTIVATED RIGHT NOW!! This recruit is rockin' to Slipknot, Sergeant Major! HOORAH
ReplyDeleteVery true-I wish I could read the article Kolin talked about, what is it?
I'm listening to music right now too, so I obviously agree with you. Music is definitely a great motivational tool, especially in the weight room. It is a need too; it just feels empty without it. Also as you mentioned, music has many other important uses in life besides motivation, such as relaxation and expression.
ReplyDeletemusic has this power, i agree. i am motivated to listen to music and rock out a ap euro test right now hahah.
ReplyDeleteEven as I write this comment, I am listening to music. It just goes to show that music is everywhere.
ReplyDeleteHaha, I have to agree with you. I listen to music almost every moment I can. The emotions get to me a lot--upbeat, happy-go-lucky songs to workout to, calm, striking songs for homework. Music really helps your mood.
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