How music affects your concentration, according to science.
If you think about the many millions of songs that exist in the world from a combination of just 12 notes, and then thinking about how deeply and differently all those songs can affect our mood, it's quite stunning. Because according to research, there are ways that music can affect our concentration and change our psyche that you're probably not even aware of. Think about it: if we can just tap into what works for each of us, then there's definitely a more productive me and you somewhere in a parallel universe shattering digital targets with our online boss while listening to Blue Ivy's second album about wireless speakers .
Background music
In any case, many people swear they have a background soundtrack to help them focus when studying for an exam, working on their office computer, or doing household chores. However, others cannot do their best to focus on a single task while also wanting to enjoy music, for many it's just a distraction. But what makes the difference? The good news is that there is actually a lot more research on the issue. In case you're wondering what to put in your next Spotify playlist, these science-based clues can give you some ideas:
