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Feeling Stressed? Overwhelmed? Sluggish? Here’s Why You Need A Theme Song (Plus a Power Playlist)

You've got goals. You've made plans. You're on your way!

But today, you’re feeling as blah as a wet weekend.  Sigh*
That initial fiery motivation you felt has dwindled to barely a flicker.

Don’t worry. It happens to all of us!
You can’t always rely on feeling inspired by your new habits, even when you know they are the very things moving you toward your goals. Some days, you just might be overwhelmed, down in the dumps, or feel like you just can’t get going.

What you need is a Theme song!

When planning your week, choose a song with beats that boost your energy, lyrics that lift your spirits, or sounds that soothe your mind.  Having music that supports the way you want to feel or take action can help you feel empowered to stay on track with your goals. Choose whatever style or song is just right for YOU and play it daily or whenever you need a little boost.  It really does work wonders!

Don't have a favorite? Here is a list of 80 songs that could be your new jam. Try one out this week. Pick one. Write it down and post it somewhere to remind you.

The Power of Yet – CJ Luckey

We Got Love – Sigala

Don’t You Worry ‘Bout a Thing – Stevie Wonder

Eye of the Tiger – Survivor

You Can’t Stop Me – Andy Mineo

Daisies – Katy Perry

Freedom ’90 Remastered – George Michael

Wavin’ Flag – K’NAAN

Wings – Little Mix

Unstoppable – Kat Deluna

The Champion – Carrie Underwood & Ludacris

Watch Me Shine – Joanna Pacitti

I Can Be – Taio Cruz

Go High – Kelly Clarkson

Do My Thing – Estelle & Janel Monáe

300 Violin Orchestra – Jorge Quintero

Gonna Be A Good Day -Rayelle

Yes Yes I Can – Rayelle

Good Day – DNCE

Just Like Fire – Pink

Titanium – David Guetta & Sia

Confident – Demi Lovato

True to Myself – Ziggy Marley

I’m Still Standing – Elton John

Try Everything – Shakira

Fight Song – Rachel Platten

Brave – Sara Bareilles

Roar – Katy Perry

Fighter – Christina Aguilera

Crown – CHIKA

You Got This – Love & The Outcome

Groovin – Sir Roy

Unstoppable – The Score

My Way – Aloe Blacc

Rise Up- Andra Day

Don’t Stop Me Now – Queen

Let’s Go – Tiesto & Icona Pop

EXHALE – Kenzi, Sia, Hook N Sling

Into the Unknown – Panic! At The Disco

Happy – Pharrell Williams

Level Up – Ciara

Higher Love – Kygo, Whitney Houston

Comeback Kid – The Band Perry

FIYAH – will.i.am

Unbreakable – BUNT

Pump Up The jam – Technotronic

Celebration – Kool & The Gang

Life Is A Dancefloor – The Shapeshifters

Ooh Child – The Five Stairsteps

MY POWER – Nija & Beyonce

Optimistic – Sounds of Blackness

Hang On In There – John Legend & The Roots

Get Up, Stand Up – Bob Marley & The Wailers

Life IS A Highway – Rascal Flats

Let’s Go – Matt & Kim

Crazy Dreams – Carrie Underwood

Bulletproof – La Roux

Don’t Stop Believin’ – Journey

Don’t Stop – Fleetwood Mac

Get Up Offa That Thing – James Brown

You Can Do Magic – America

It’s A Great Day To Be Alive – Travis Tritt

Good Time – Owl City

Survivor – Destiny’s Child

Keep Your Head Up – Andy Grammer

Put Your Records On – Corinne Bailey Rae

Can’t Stop The Feeling! – Justin Timberlake

Best Day of My Life – American Authors

Take It Easy – Surfaces

Good Day – Nappy Roots

Spread A Little Happiness – Nathan Angelo

Dream On – Aerosmith

Bridge Over Troubled Water –  Simon & Garfunkel

Here Comes The Sun – The Beatles

Rocky  (Main Theme) –  The Intermezzo Orchestra

Move On Up – Curtis Mayfield

Feeling Good – Nina Simone

Gonna Make You Sweat – C&C Music Factory

Now or Never – Kendrick Lamar & Mary J. Blige

Carry On – fun.

Are you a Spotify User?  Check out the

Here We Grow Playlist for all 80 songs!

Did You Know?

According to researchers at Johns Hopkins University, music is a powerful tool that stimulates the brain in ways that few other things can.  It gives us a total brain work out.  Music has physical, cognitive and emotional benefits.

Music can:

  • Improve communication
  • Heal your brain
  • Boost your immune system
  • Reduce anxiety
  • Elevate your mood, focus, alertness, and memory
  • Impact your blood pressure
  • Help manage pain
  • Improve sleep
  • And much more!

What’s your “go-to” tune?   Leave a comment below.  I’d love to hear what’s on your playlist.

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