New Attitude

I am the kind of person that listens to hard rock music and heavy metal music (e.g. metallica, megadeth). I always liked these genres of music because I appreciated the musicianship of particular artists but also because I let the music carry my emotions. These emotions came from fast-paced rhythms, heavy bass lines, screeching guitar riffs, and growling vocals. Every time I listen to this music I simply feel an surge of energy flow through me that wants me to enjoy punching something or pushing some one (not that I would really do that). I began to ask myself "Am I an angry person?" At first I was in denial as I told myself that I could only be "angry" when I listen to the aforementioned music. Heavy and hard rock music are written for the audience to feel specific emotions. Artists transform their emotions into the form of music. These emotions are dark-themed, angry, anxious, etc. Hence, I realized that I might actually be a bit of an angry person. However, not in a sense where I hate the world or I am incapable of loving. I believe I just need to have a change in attitude. I'd like to try to smile more, be happier, and loving. Not enough people in college are happy. One would be surprised how contagious and how much of an impact a simple smile can do--I would like to know the science behind smiling and it's affect on people. People should also give hugs more often because I believe that human contact is necessary in one's life. According to the hugs for health foundation 4 hugs qualifies for daily survival, 8 for maintenance, and 12 for growth. Let us all be happier, smile more, and give more hugs.