Forbes

3 Reasons Why Sad Music Can Heal A Sad Heart, By A Psychologist

Music can heal you in many ways, but nothing comes close to the salve of sad songs when you’re at your lowest. Imagine Emma, who comes home after a long and stressful day at work, dealing with tight ...

Psychology says people who make playlists for specific moods aren’t just being organized, they may be regulating their emotions without realizing it

Curated music playlists are more than just mood boosters; they are sophisticated tools for emotion regulation. Psychology research reveals that actively selecting music to manage feelings, thoughts, ...
Psychology Today

Why Do People Like Sad Songs?

I was surprised that my favorite music streaming service has a playlist called Sad Songs. I wondered: Why would anyone want to listen to a bunch of sad songs? I assumed that sad songs make you sad, ...
Forbes

30 Sad Songs For When You Need A Good Cry

Amy Winehouse performs during the 46664 concert in celebration of Nelson Mandela's life at Hyde Park on June 27, 2008 in London. Sadness takes on different forms, from regret to depression to loss; ...