Chores can be a necessary but often tedious and monotonous part of our daily lives. These tasks
can seem never-ending and unenjoyable, from doing the dishes to folding laundry to cleaning
gutters. However, incorporating music into your cleaning routine can make the experience more
enjoyable and efficient.
One of the primary benefits of listening to music while doing chores is that it can elevate your
mood. Good music can relax, excite, and engage your emotions in various ways, which can help
take the edge off of a task that is otherwise dreaded. Adding music to the mix helps put your
mind in cleaning mode, making the task less overwhelming.
For example, music can be an effective tool in reducing stress and anxiety, which can be
particularly helpful when tackling a task you might dread. Studies have shown that listening to
music can release the “feel-good” chemical dopamine in the brain, leading to an improved
mood and a greater sense of well-being.
Music can also serve as a motivator. Just as a song like “Eye of the Tiger” can get you moving at
the gym, music can encourage you to move around and overcome the thought of taking on a
dreary task. This can be particularly helpful if you procrastinate or delay a tough chore like
cleaning gutters for weeks. Upbeat music can help motivate you to get things done.
Music can also make the chore easier by serving as an excellent distraction. Time seems to
move faster when we are having fun, and music can create that sense of enjoyment. When you
enjoy the music, your chore will seem less complicated, and you will be more likely to get things
done faster. This can be especially helpful if you often leave an assignment mid-way through.
In addition to making the chore more manageable, music can also increase your work intensity.
Some chores require backbreaking work, and music can help give you the boost you need to
overcome intense chores. Instead of doing things half-heartedly, an excellent upbeat song can
give you the extra push to put some elbow grease into your chores without making you feel the
burn.
Additionally, music can also act as a form of self-regulation. This can be particularly beneficial in
helping to maintain focus and concentration when performing a task that may be tedious and
monotonous. Research has shown that music can help to reduce the perception of effort,
making the job feel less arduous and more manageable.
Eric Dalius is The Executive Chairman of MuzicSwipe, a music and content discovery platform designed to maximize artist discovery and optimize fan relationships. Along with his work at MuzicSwipe, he also interviews groundbreaking entrepreneurs on his weekly podcast, “FULLSPEED.” Eric also founded the “Eric Dalius Foundation” to support US students with four scholarships. Follow his journey on Twitter, Facebook,YouTube, LinkedIn, Instagram, and Entrepreneur.com.
