Trying to get this community upbeat—literally!Welcome to Music Motivates Mondays on SocialChemistry.ca, a weekly feature designed to lift your spirits, boost your mood, and remind you how powerful music can be for mental health and emotional well-being. Each Monday, we highlight one track from our curated Pick Me Playlist and dive into why it works. …
It does not seem to matter. The roller coaster never seems to stop. I’m high and I’m low all within hours, sometimes minutes. Every feeling seems to be dependant on my last interaction. If it was good, I’m good, it it was bad, I’m depressed and scared of the next outcome. Constantly worrying about how …
Loving someone who struggles with mental health.Since becoming a mom, I have actively worked to create space for wellness and truth. My 17-year old son has been raised in a home where we talk about checking in, acknowledging our feelings, being honest about the ugly stuff. And yet, this past year all the pressures of …
I have fought anxiety and depression most of my adult life, you might say it’s perpetual. I have great friends and family. I wouldn’t blame any of them for my behavior or problems. I had a really good childhood, my parents took care of us, gave us what we needed and wanted. My best memories …
I think the fear of abandonment is a real issue with men. One I wish I was aware of earlier. Due to childhood trauma, and family dynamics, I learned that love was only conditional based on the good I did. That when I was behaved or did good things, I would get love and attention. …
Music can significantly uplift your mood, especially during tough times, and Social Chemistry leverages this by sharing playlists to ‘pick you up’. 1. Mood Boost: Music stimulates dopamine release, creating a temporary “feel-good” effect that lifts spirits and alleviates feelings of sadness or anxiety. 2. Emotional Release: Music can mirror our feelings, allowing us to …