The Cringy Version:
Make a perfectly curated playlist of uplifting songs that inspire positivity and joy!
Self Loathe Club Twist:
Forget the whole playlist thing. Just pick one song that makes you feel something—whether it’s Taylor Swift, The Locust, or anything in between. It doesn’t have to be trendy or even upbeat. The only rule? It needs to make you feel good.
Today, I’m choosing Billy Ocean’s “When the Going Gets Tough”—a song that instantly takes me back to being 6 years old. It’s from a time when action-adventure movies ruled the world, and life felt carefree and simple. Every time I hear it, it brings a little bit of that childhood joy back to me.
Why This Works:
Music has the power to connect us to memories, emotions, and even hope. Playing a song that makes you happy can:
1. Boost Your Mood: Music triggers dopamine, the “feel-good” chemical in your brain.
2. Relieve Stress: It’s a simple way to step out of your day and just enjoy a moment.
3. Reignite Memories: Certain songs connect us to our past, reminding us of good times.
My Takeaway:
Listening to this song is like pressing “pause” on life and letting myself just be. It’s a reminder that sometimes, happiness isn’t about fixing everything—it’s about finding joy in little moments, like playing a song that makes you smile.
What’s Your Song?
What’s the one song that always makes you happy? Share it in the comments—I’m building a chaotic, no-rules playlist of feel-good tracks for Self Loathe Club.
Embrace Your Weird,
Nick
Founder of Self Loathe Club
