Does music affect your mental health?

In short, YES. Your diet isn’t only what you eat. Nourishment goes far beyond the food we eat—everything we consume, whether through our eyes, ears, or minds, affects our overall well-being. What we watch, read, and listen to has a profound impact on our thoughts, beliefs, and even our health. Music, TV Shows, podcasts and books in particular, holds a unique power to influence our subconscious, shaping our emotions, energy, and mindset.

I had this friend going through a breakup and she was really going through the thick of it. Something inside me told me to ask her what music she listened to. And lo and behold she was listening to sad break up songs about cheating, feeling wronged and relationship problems. When she stopped, she noticed that those negative, intrusive thoughts started to disappear more often than not.

Let’s explore the concept of high vibe music and how it can elevate your consciousness, while diving into the transformative ways music affects your subconscious mind.

The Subconscious and Music: A Powerful Connection

The subconscious mind is the hidden powerhouse behind much of our daily behaviour, thoughts, and feelings. Unlike our conscious mind, the subconscious is always listening, always absorbing. Music, with its rhythm, melody, and lyrics, has a direct line to this part of our brain - good or bad.

High-frequency, positive, uplifting music can help reprogram limiting beliefs and in-still a sense of peace and joy. Conversely, low-vibration music filled with negative or chaotic energy can increase stress and anxiety, disrupting your mental and physical harmony. Eg: a song with lyrics “No one will ever love me, you destroyed me” will go into your subconscious and eventually you start to have random thoughts that correlate with that.

When choosing any entertainment nourishment like music, it's important to consider not only how it sounds but also who the artist is and what the lyrics are communicating. Do the messages in the song align with your personal values and the energy you want to invite into your life? Just because a song is catchy or has a great beat doesn’t mean it isn’t promoting harmful ideas or glorifying negative behaviours like violence or other destructive actions. Being mindful of the content you consume ensures that the music you listen to supports your mental and emotional well-being rather than working against it.

When you choose to listen to high vibe music—whether it’s calming instrumentals, empowering lyrics, or healing frequencies—you’re sending uplifting messages to your subconscious. This type of music shifts your internal state, promoting positivity, creativity, and mental clarity. It’s no coincidence that ancient cultures used music as a form of healing and meditation; it’s a timeless tool for influencing the subconscious mind.

Research in the British Journal of Psychiatry showed that music therapy is an effective treatment for depression, helping individuals to express emotions and improve social connections. Another study published in Nature Reviews Neuroscience highlighted that music activates the brain's reward system, releasing dopamine and improving mood and motivation.

Nourishment Beyond Food: The Energetic Diet

We often think of nourishment in terms of the food we eat, but the truth is, we consume far more than just meals. Everything we take in—books, movies, conversations, and especially music—becomes part of our “energetic diet.” Just as eating junk food can negatively affect your body, consuming low-vibration content can cloud your mind, lower your energy, and even impact your health. If you want to explore this more, read our FREE programme that raises your vibration: Your Diet Isn’t Only What You eat

High vibe music serves as energetic nourishment for your soul. By intentionally choosing uplifting music that resonates with your desired state of being, you can align your thoughts and beliefs with a higher frequency. This shift doesn’t just influence your mood—it can help reduce stress, improve sleep, and even enhance your immune system. The relationship between what you consume and how you feel is undeniable, and music is one of the simplest yet most impactful ways to shape your internal and external reality.

We understand that true transformation happens when we align both our physical actions and mental programming. This is why we've intentionally designed our product rituals to incorporate powerful affirmations - creating a unique habit stacking approach that works on multiple levels. Each product having their own affirmation whilst doing what it says it will!

When you combine a physical skincare routine with positive affirmations, you create a powerful feedback loop that programs your subconscious mind while caring for your physical well-being. Each time you apply our products, you're not just nourishing your skin - you're also feeding your mind with empowering thoughts and beliefs.

SCIENCE INSIGHT: Research shows that habits are more likely to stick when they're paired with existing routines. By combining skincare rituals with affirmations, we create stronger neural pathways that reinforce both the physical habit and the positive mindset.

For example, when applying our products, you might say affirmations like "I am radiating health and vitality" or "My skin is clear, balanced, and glowing." These statements, repeated during your daily skincare routine, begin to reshape your subconscious beliefs about yourself while the active ingredients work their magic on your skin.

This dual-action approach - physical care paired with mental programming - creates a more holistic and effective transformation. It's not just about what you put on your skin; it's about the thoughts and beliefs you reinforce while doing so.

Health, Beliefs, and the Soundtrack of Your Life

Every song you listen to becomes part of the soundtrack of your life, subtly shaping your health and beliefs over time. Upbeat and empowering music can inspire confidence, increase motivation, and even reduce physical pain.

Numerous studies have demonstrated the profound impact of music on mental and physical health and have shown that music therapy can help with conditions like depression, anxiety, and chronic illness by activating the brain’s reward system and releasing feel-good chemicals like dopamine. For instance, a study published in Frontiers in Psychologyfound that listening to music can significantly reduce stress by lowering cortisol levels in the body. Another study in the Journal of Positive Psychology revealed that upbeat music can enhance feelings of happiness and well-being, especially when individuals intentionally focus on mood improvement.

For physical health, a study in the American Journal of Medicine demonstrated that listening to calming music can lower blood pressure and heart rate, promoting cardiovascular health. Similarly, research in the Journal of Pain found that music can act as a natural pain reliever by distracting the brain and reducing the perception of pain.

These studies underline the importance of being mindful of the music we consume, as it directly influences our mental, emotional, and physical well-being.

On the flip side, music with negative or aggressive tones can reinforce fear, anger, and limiting beliefs. It’s essential to be mindful of the lyrics and energy of the songs you listen to, as they can either support or sabotage your subconscious programming. Treat music as a tool for transformation—curate playlists (we made one just for you) that align with how you want to feel and who you want to become. High vibe music can serve as a daily reminder of your intentions, helping you stay grounded, focused, and aligned with your best self.

We’ve made it easy for you and listed our favourite podcasts, tv shows, movies and made a high vibe music playlist to help raise your vibration!

Movies:

  • Boss Baby
  • Ratatouille
  • Prince of Egypt
  • School of Rock
  • You Don’t Mess with the Zohan
  • Rush Hour - all of them
  • Jesus Revolution
  • Elf
  • Chef

Tv Shows:

  • Friends
  • The Chosen
  • Queer Eye
  • Schitts Creek
  • Modern Family
  • Stanley Tucci Searching for Italy
  • Chefs Table

Podcast:

  • Pursuit of Wellness
  • Funk’tional Medicine with Erin Holt
  • Art of being Well
  • Rise with Roxie Nafousi
  • Beyond the Mat
  • Transform
  • Jay Shetty
  • Diary of a CEO

Books:

  • Four Agreements
  • Way to Love by Antony De Mello
  • In the Flo
  • Around the Year with Emmet Fox
  • Atomic Habits
  • Manifest
  • The Bible - you're probably confused but this has some of the best wellness + self-development literature I've ever read. I sometimes listen to it on audio to fall asleep to!

Music:

Listen to our HIGH VIBE PLAYLIST: HIGH VIBE MUSIC ONLY ✨💚

These is far more than entertainment or education—it’s a powerful force that shapes your subconscious mind, beliefs, and overall well-being. By intentionally incorporating high vibe content into your life, you can nourish your soul, elevate your energy, and transform your mindset. Remember, nourishment isn’t just about what you eat; it’s about everything you consume. Choose wisely, and let the soundtrack of your life support your journey to health, happiness, and alignment. So, what will you listen to today?

Love Roxy xx