{"id":35,"date":"2025-02-09T23:41:25","date_gmt":"2025-02-09T23:41:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/msotw.emat.kent.edu\/csmit370\/?page_id=35"},"modified":"2025-05-01T20:04:39","modified_gmt":"2025-05-01T20:04:39","slug":"my-view","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/msotw.emat.kent.edu\/csmit370\/","title":{"rendered":"My View"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Music Travels Straight to the Soul<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p>The Impact of Music on Character and Emotion.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Video Project - My Story on the Web\" width=\"525\" height=\"295\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/1NaCp1zA5Gc?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-soundcloud wp-block-embed-soundcloud\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"EP 1: Music and the Soul by Milk &amp; Honey Podcast\" width=\"525\" height=\"400\" scrolling=\"no\" frameborder=\"no\" src=\"https:\/\/w.soundcloud.com\/player\/?visual=true&#038;url=https%3A%2F%2Fapi.soundcloud.com%2Ftracks%2F2072291088&#038;show_artwork=true&#038;maxheight=788&#038;maxwidth=525\"><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"731\" src=\"https:\/\/msotw.emat.kent.edu\/csmit370\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2528\/2025\/02\/Smith_Composite-1024x731.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-46\" style=\"width:524px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/msotw.emat.kent.edu\/csmit370\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2528\/2025\/02\/Smith_Composite-1024x731.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/msotw.emat.kent.edu\/csmit370\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2528\/2025\/02\/Smith_Composite-300x214.jpg 300w, https:\/\/msotw.emat.kent.edu\/csmit370\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2528\/2025\/02\/Smith_Composite-768x549.jpg 768w, https:\/\/msotw.emat.kent.edu\/csmit370\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2528\/2025\/02\/Smith_Composite-1536x1097.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/msotw.emat.kent.edu\/csmit370\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2528\/2025\/02\/Smith_Composite-2048x1463.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 767px) 89vw, (max-width: 1000px) 54vw, (max-width: 1071px) 543px, 580px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Music does not need an invitation into the soul. But rather, has the most direct route. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Unlike other forms of media such as film or visual art, music isn&#8217;t processed on an intellectual level, but rather a more deep, <a href=\"https:\/\/thesongfoundry.com\/music-is-the-most-direct-route-to-the-soul\/\">instinctual one<\/a>.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"432\" src=\"https:\/\/msotw.emat.kent.edu\/csmit370\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2528\/2025\/02\/image.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-39\" style=\"width:592px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/msotw.emat.kent.edu\/csmit370\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2528\/2025\/02\/image.png 768w, https:\/\/msotw.emat.kent.edu\/csmit370\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2528\/2025\/02\/image-300x169.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 767px) 89vw, (max-width: 1000px) 54vw, (max-width: 1071px) 543px, 580px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Music&#8217;s impact on the soul is due to its ability to trigger our emotions in a way that trumps ordinary communication. It&#8217;s a universal language.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Certain beats can make us tap our feet unconsciously, and <a href=\"https:\/\/thesongfoundry.com\/music-is-the-most-direct-route-to-the-soul\/?utm_source=chatgpt.com#:~:text=Or%20the%20way%20music%20is%20used%20in%20movies%C2%A0to%20heighten%20every%20kind%20of%20emotion%20you%20can%20name.\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/thesongfoundry.com\/music-is-the-most-direct-route-to-the-soul\/?utm_source=chatgpt.com#:~:text=Or%20the%20way%20music%20is%20used%20in%20movies%C2%A0to%20heighten%20every%20kind%20of%20emotion%20you%20can%20name.\">melodies in films can amplify a wide range of emotions beyond the film itself<\/a>, demonstrating music&#8217;s power to resonate with us on a personal level.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"399\" src=\"https:\/\/msotw.emat.kent.edu\/csmit370\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2528\/2025\/02\/image-1.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-40\" style=\"width:617px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/msotw.emat.kent.edu\/csmit370\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2528\/2025\/02\/image-1.png 800w, https:\/\/msotw.emat.kent.edu\/csmit370\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2528\/2025\/02\/image-1-300x150.png 300w, https:\/\/msotw.emat.kent.edu\/csmit370\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2528\/2025\/02\/image-1-768x383.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 767px) 89vw, (max-width: 1000px) 54vw, (max-width: 1071px) 543px, 580px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Scientifically, music engages both hemispheres of the brain, integrating language and melody to touch both mind and heart. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This engagement allows music to influence us directly. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.musicforthesoul.org\/healing-music-guide\/what-science-is-telling-us\/?utm_source=chatgpt.com#:~:text=Words%20can%20often%20bounce%20off%20those%20walls%2C%20failing%20to%20penetrate%20our%20defenses.\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.musicforthesoul.org\/healing-music-guide\/what-science-is-telling-us\/?utm_source=chatgpt.com#:~:text=Words%20can%20often%20bounce%20off%20those%20walls%2C%20failing%20to%20penetrate%20our%20defenses.\">Often grazing over any mental defenses.<\/a> Studies have shown that music can change our state of mind and even physically alter our brain, highlighting its profound impact on our mental and emotional well-being.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"480\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/msotw.emat.kent.edu\/csmit370\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2528\/2025\/02\/image-2.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-41\" style=\"width:441px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/msotw.emat.kent.edu\/csmit370\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2528\/2025\/02\/image-2.png 480w, https:\/\/msotw.emat.kent.edu\/csmit370\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2528\/2025\/02\/image-2-300x225.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 480px) 100vw, 480px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Moreover, music serves as a window to our souls, reflecting our experiences as humans. The melodies and rhythms we resonate with can reveal aspects of our personality, <a href=\"https:\/\/medium.com\/%40kristifanning\/music-is-a-window-to-your-soul-75b5789f1942#:~:text=But%20really%2C%20the%20music%20you%20share%20with%20your%20friends%20in%20person%20or%20with%20your%20acquaintances%20on%20FB%20displays%20what%20your%20heart%20values.%20Stop%20and%20think%20about%20what%20you%20want%20your%20heart%20to%20value%20in%20life.%20I%20want%20my%20heart%20to%20value%20something%20that%20is%20bigger%20than%20myself%20and%20something%20that%20will%20live%20on%20forever.\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/medium.com\/%40kristifanning\/music-is-a-window-to-your-soul-75b5789f1942#:~:text=But%20really%2C%20the%20music%20you%20share%20with%20your%20friends%20in%20person%20or%20with%20your%20acquaintances%20on%20FB%20displays%20what%20your%20heart%20values.%20Stop%20and%20think%20about%20what%20you%20want%20your%20heart%20to%20value%20in%20life.%20I%20want%20my%20heart%20to%20value%20something%20that%20is%20bigger%20than%20myself%20and%20something%20that%20will%20live%20on%20forever.\">offering insight to our character.<\/a> <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This connection represents music as that window to the soul. It&#8217;s a medium through which we can explore and understand our innermost thoughts and feelings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In essence, music has an unparalleled ability to connect with the human soul through its abstract nature. This allows it to convey emotions and ideas beyond the reach of words.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Through this emotional resonation, music becomes incredibly impactful, offering comfort, connection, and insight into a person&#8217;s character.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Music Travels Straight to the Soul The Impact of Music on Character and Emotion. Music does not need an invitation into the soul. But rather, has the most direct route. 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