Feeling in Frequencies

Have you ever had a song hit you so hard that it feels absolutely perfect? The beat, the sound, the voice—it all syncs effortlessly with your emotions, as if it was created just for that moment.

“I have :)”

Honestly, I’ve never been great at expressing emotions. Sharing my feelings? Not exactly my strong suit. Crying? Almost never—except when music or a ridiculously emotional movie catches me off guard...”I hate that”

But this got me thinking: Music isn’t just sound—it’s emotion in its purest form. It amplifies what we feel, sometimes even before we realize we’re feeling it. And for someone like me, who struggles to put emotions into words, music has become my personal translator.

It’s not about using music to make people “understand me” (let’s be real, my playlist is a chaotic mix of deep cinematic scores, ’90s Italian hits, and lo-fi beats). What amazes me is how I can channel a specific emotion into a song—almost like bottling up a feeling inside a melody.

“And that’s where this idea comes in.”

Because at its core, this blog is about sharing—not just thoughts, but feelings, moments, and experiences that words alone sometimes fail to capture.

From now on, every article will come with a song. A track that emotionally transports me to the moment I’m writing about. Maybe I struggle to express emotions through words, but through music? That might get me closer.

“Of course, this assumes that we all perceive music and emotions the same way—which we don’t. But I believe in fate, in connections, and in the power of sound to create shared experiences. So, open Spotify, scan the song, listen, and let’s see where it takes you.

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Music as a Tool for Productivity

Beyond emotions, music is also my secret weapon for getting things done. Over the past couple of years, I’ve been testing how music affects my workflow and environment—from business meetings to deep-focus design sessions.

Here’s what I’ve learned:

✔ Music boosts my creativity

✔ Music enhances focus (goodbye, distractions…almost…)

✔ Music reduces stress (except when Spotify decides to throw in an ad at max volume)

For me, music is an essential part of my workflow—whether I need deep concentration for a complex project or an energy boost to power through a long work session.

Different types of music serve different purposes.
Here’s what works for me:

Lo-fi beats & ambient music → Deep focus & creative flow

Upbeat rock & electronic → Energy & motivation

Classical & jazz → Refined thinking & problem-solving

Nature sounds & binaural beats → Relaxation & stress relief

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Suggestion?

Have you ever tried starting your day with a playlist of all upbeat songs? Try it. If you’re in a bad mood in the morning, blast your favorite high-energy tracks on your way to work—I promise, you’ll feel different by the time you get there.

Just like design shapes how we see and experience the world, music shapes how we feel and perform in it. Integrating sound into our work and life, isn’t just about inspiration—it’s about optimizing how we create, think, and connect.

Veronica,
currently in Koh Samui,
“where the ocean is calling and I’m pretending not to hear it (for now).”