One of the few perks I truly appreciated when I was a \u201cworker bee\u201d was being able to listen to music. For most, it makes the day go by faster, is a welcome alternative to office gossip, and lightens moods. And it doesn\u2019t cause employers to have to shell money out of their pockets to provide a win-win situation for all involved.<\/p>\n
Even scientific studies suggest that music has the ability to \u201csoothe the savage beast\u201d and serve as therapy in an array of scenarios.
\nIf you haven\u2019t tried it, don\u2019t knock it!<\/p>\n
Whether you\u2019re dealing with an \u201cachy-breaky heart\u201d, boogie fever, or a manic Monday, here\u2019s what Jen recommends:<\/p>\n
1.\u00a0<\/strong>SHOUT \u2014 By Tears for Fears \u2014 Okay, so I may be dating myself with this one, but it\u2019s an oldie but goodie! Even if you don\u2019t understand the lyrics, the music is awesome and the refrain rocks! \u201cShout, shout, let it all out, these are the things I can do without!\u201d<\/p>\n 2.\u00a0<\/strong>Soldier of Love \u2014 By Sade \u2014 She\u2019s back on the scene after a long hiatus, and she makes audiences remember her former joy and mass appeal! Like all her music, this one will make you want to pump up the volume! But don\u2019t\u2014 remember where you\u2019re at.:-) Besides, chances are that this haunting tune will replay in your mind hours after you\u2019ve clocked out.<\/p>\n 3.\u00a0<\/strong>New York State of Mind \u2014 By Billy Joel\u2014 You\u2019ll love this bluesy tune and Billy\u2019s musical approach. It\u2019s more than a song, it\u2019s a statement.<\/p>\n 4.\u00a0<\/strong>Toni Braxton\u2019s \u201cSecrets\u201d CD \u2014 Pick a tune. Any tune. Because chances are, you can\u2019t go wrong here. Every song is performed beautifully with words and emotions we can relate to regardless of age, race or religion.<\/p>\n 5.\u00a0<\/strong>Don\u2019t Worry, Be Happy! \u2014 By Bobby MCFerrin \u2014 You gotta love the simplicity of this tune that reminds us not to take ourselves or life\u2019s ups and downs too seriously. It\u2019ll give true meaning to the expression, \u201cwhistle while you work.\u201d<\/p>\n 6.\u00a0<\/strong>Beat it! \u2014 By Michael Jackson \u2014 What list would be complete without music from the King of Pop? And admit it, this phrase is one I\u2019m sure you\u2019ve wanted to express to annoying co-workers and a bothersome boss.<\/p>\n Well, there you have it folks. Any must-listen-to music I missed? Do tell\u2026<\/p>\n Manager\u2019s Office<\/strong><\/p>\n HR Dept<\/strong><\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Curabitur lacinia metus vitae odio euismod, sit amet cursus ipsum tincidunt. Pellentesque consectetur scelerisque quam, id vestibulum odio<\/p>","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":4376,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_mo_disable_npp":""},"categories":[99],"tags":[],"yoast_head":"\n