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Yoga music and meditation: How to find the right playlist

One deep breath and you already feel more relaxed? There's much more to this idea than you might think. It's scientifically proven that calmer breathing lowers your heart rate and reduces the perception of acute stress.

What's particularly interesting here is that music can amplify this effect. Because steady, calm music lowers our breathing rate and has a harmonious effect – in the truest sense of the word.

Loud music with rapid tempo changes, on the other hand, has the exact opposite effect: This stimulating effect is extremely helpful, for example, when running, as it gives us a real boost. So, with the right playlist, you can perfectly complement your workouts.

To help you make the most of your yoga and meditation sessions with the right music for relaxation and unwinding, we've compiled some tips and information. With our suggestions, you'll find the perfect sounds to help you find peace.

What kind of music has a calming effect?

There are now several scientific studies that have investigated the effect music has on the listener . It has been shown that whether we like the music is important.

If the chillout music in a bar evokes positive memories of a wonderful spa vacation in Ibiza, for example, that's perfect. However, if the music reminds you of a meditation class where you keep bumping into your chatty neighbor on the mat, you definitely won't be able to relax to that music.

If the music appeals to you, you've already won big. But that's not all: the "composition" of the music determines the success of your relaxation session. What does that mean? It probably won't surprise you to learn that rhythm influences your heartbeat. While fast hip-hop music gets you going while jogging and boosts your performance, softer tones calm you down and slow your heart rate.

For a relaxing yoga session, you should choose the slowest possible rhythm and avoid singing. Singing is only a distraction and prevents your body and brain from completely switching off.

By the way: Scientists have compiled a list of the most calming songs of all time. You can find the link to the Spotify playlist further down in this post.

Solfeggio frequencies: the perfect basis for calming music for relaxation.

When it comes to calming music, the so-called Solfeggio frequencies are often mentioned. These frequencies are said to have a health-promoting effect because they use cells and organs as resonating chambers, allowing the sounds to spread throughout the entire body.

The sounds themselves exert their positive influence on one's own body awareness and mental load by having a relaxing and balancing effect: breathing, heartbeat and nervous system are brought into harmony.

Especially in playlists featuring tracks used as yoga and meditation music, there are therefore a particularly large number of compositions that utilize Solfeggio frequencies. Apparently, these are the perfect vibes for finding inner peace.

Yoga with or without music?

Whether you prefer absolute silence or seek inner balance accompanied by soothing meditation music is entirely your decision. Ultimately, it always comes down to personal preference and your current mood. Especially with yoga, the way your break from everyday life affects you mentally and physically can make a huge difference.

Do you need a little help deciding on today's yoga session? Then consider the benefits of yoga with music and ultimately let your intuition decide:

1. Music is always an emotional experience, because the frequencies of different sounds, depending on their pitch and combination, can influence how we feel. When music resonates with us emotionally, it can help us (re)discover our inner peace. Switching off all external stimuli and arriving fully in the here and now, letting our breath flow – this goal is easier to achieve when the right music provides the foundation for the desired mood.
2. Music helps us focus. Once we're in the right frame of mind, we create islands of calm, block out distractions, and concentrate more easily.
3. Music is ideally suited to accompany your yoga mantra. Mantras, sacred verses, are themselves considered sound bodies, which we manifest through repetition. The musical accompaniment thus supports you in finding and maintaining the appropriate rhythm. Both beginners and experienced yogis therefore appreciate the gentle sounds that make meditation easier.

Which playlists are suitable for meditation?

There are several playlists specifically designed for yoga and meditation music on popular platforms like Spotify. Both experienced yogis and people looking for calming music to relax to have compiled their favorite tracks here. We at Luviyo have also gathered our favorites for you.

Ideally, create your own playlist specifically for deep relaxation. Trust your instincts here. Browse through some pre-made playlists, familiarize yourself with a few artists, and choose the songs that really get you in the flow. Take a look at our recommendations:

• We've compiled our personal favorites from the meditation music category into a dedicated playlist for you. On our Spotify profile, you'll find a great mix of musical arrangements that have proven helpful in our yoga practice.
• A collection of finely tuned meditation music, ideally suited to accompany your yoga mantra, can be found in the playlists Mantra Meditation and Meditation & Shavasana .
• We can also recommend our All around the world Ayurveda playlist, which will teleport you to another country or your favorite place.
• Start your day relaxed with LUVIYO YOGA Inspiration and Gentle Morning Wake Up Songs , or simply unwind and relax - this playlist is not only convincing during your asanas, but also offers an acoustic oasis of calm for in between in everyday life.
• Finally, we have our " Flow with me or just dance " playlist for you – this playlist is guaranteed to help you unwind and add some fun to your practice. Sometimes, this is exactly the playlist you need.

You should also check out these two meditation podcasts. They offer excellent inspiration for developing your future yoga mantras and asanas. The podcasters also provide concrete tips and guidance for your meditations – almost like an audio workshop.

• Mantra Meditation Guide Podcast: Here you'll find a good overview of various mantra meditation guides and learn about pronunciation, background information, and much more. Perfect for getting started with the topic or if you want to deepen your knowledge and practice.
• Yoga Relaxation and Meditation Podcast : Simply listen and participate – that's the motto of this yoga podcast. You'll find both longer exercises and shorter sessions for in-between moments, so you can easily integrate meditation and relaxation breaks into your daily routine.

Let your breath flow, find peace.

Use our tips to easily create the perfect music collection to put you in the right mood for a relaxing session. Get inspired by the numerous playlists and podcasts on Spotify, and always listen to your gut feeling – that way you'll find exactly the content that best supports you.