The Beatles’ “Here Comes the Sun” streams through the speakers at Montefiore Nyack Hospital whenever a Covid-19 patient gets discharged, the New York Times recently reported. At other local hospitals, Alicia Keys’ “Empire State of Mind” serves as the celebratory track. Researchers have found many benefits of turning to music to reduce stress, boost our mood, and help us increase our resilience, so it comes as no surprise that so many people are turning to music during this emotional time.
We asked our Thrive community to share their go-to songs that they’ve been playing during these challenging times to keep spirits high. Which of these will you listen to today?
“What a Wonderful World” by Louis Armstrong
“Original” by Sia
“My Way” by Frank Sinatra
“Lovely Day” by Bill Withers
“Let It Be” by The Beatles
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