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Quote of the Day by Milan Kundera, the author of The Unbearable Lightness of Being: ‘The Greek word for ‘return’ is nostos. Algos means ‘suffering.’ So…’ A beautiful reflection on why nostalgia can hurt as much as it healsQuote of the Day: Milan Kundera’s reflection on nostalgia elevates a familiar feeling into something far more profound. By exploring the wo...
Psychology says people who can’t work without music or a familiar show playing in the background aren’t lazy but their brain is running a secret algorithm that needs a soundtrack to boot upMillions of people can't start a single task without pressing play first. Science finally explains why that's not a quirk, it's neuroscienc...
Quote of the day by Keith Urban: ‘I think there's just so many people in the world that don't feel understood, and when…’ – country singer on feeling understoodMusic offers a unique connection, making listeners feel understood when words fail. Keith Urban, a celebrated country artist, shares this s...
Quote of the Day by The Beatles' member Paul McCartney: 'For you know that it's a fool who plays...'- How Paul McCartney’s iconic ‘Hey Jude’ lyric became one of music’s most emotional lessons about loneliness and vulnerabilityPaul McCartney’s timeless classic 'Hey Jude' remains a beloved anthem for listeners across the ages. A powerful lyric cautions against the ...
Song lyric of the day by Linkin Park: ‘Remember all the sadness and frustration and let it go…’; What the American band Iridescent song teaches us about relationships, healing and moving forwardLinkin Park's song Iridescent provides solace. It acknowledges pain and encourages letting go for healing. The band, formed in 1996, became...
Song lyric of the day by Taylor Swift: 'They told me all of my cages were mental, so I got wasted like all my potential. And my words shoot to kill when I am mad. I have a lot of regrets about that.'Taylor Swift's song 'This Is Me Trying' explores invisible struggles and how they are often dismissed. The lyrics highlight how internal pa...
Music lyric of the day by Paul McCartney: 'Yesterday, all my troubles seemed so far away. Now it looks as though they're here to stay. Oh, I believe in yesterday...'Yesterday by Paul McCartney is remembered as one of the most emotional songs ever written, exploring themes of sadness, nostalgia and longi...
He became a singing sensation at 71, after being diagnosed with kidney problems. Who is Gaan Dadu?At 71, Rabindra Nath Biswas, or Gaan Dadu, gained online fame for his singing after a life dedicated to teaching. Despite early dreams of m...
Abhi Na Jao Chhod Kar... India hums for Asha BhosleAsha Bhosle, the cherished melody of Indian cinema, has passed away in Mumbai, leaving behind a legacy that echoes through time. For over s...
Why Music Grips UsElizabeth Margulis explores the profound connection between music, memory, and emotion, revealing how songs powerfully evoke autobiographic...
How music provides a connection in a way other forms of social media and internet usage do notWe found that the emotions that make people feel connected in conversation are also the emotions whose expression in music captures 'what m...
Music & melancholy: Maybe we're socially conditioned to appreciate our own sufferingThis is the paradox of sad music: We generally don't enjoy being sad in real life, but we do enjoy art that makes us feel that way. Countle...
Can listening to sad music help in tough times? New research finds outMusic has a powerful ability to affect our emotions, according to new research.
Paint me happy! Pleasant music soothes newborns, reveals new researchChildren might have even greater exposure to music than adults do.
Adele's '30' and the psychology behind why sad songs make us feel goodA key reason we enjoy sad songs is because they profoundly “move” us.
Puresight COO's 2-3 hour daily routine includes morning run, cycling with daughterRegular exercise, homemade healthy food, activity and rest keep Pulak Satish Kumar healthy.
Nursing a break-up? Sad songs may help you cope better with the griefWhile many people enjoyed happy music more, it was the more emotional tracks which they turned to at times of crisis.