Day 28: Listen to a Song That Shifts Your Mood

Music is medicine.
It doesn’t need a prescription.
It doesn’t ask for explanations.
It just meets you where you are—and lifts you where you need to go.

Today’s challenge is simple:
Play a song that shifts your mood.

That’s it.

No journaling. No deep dive. Just hit play.

Why This Matters:

There’s a reason certain songs live in our bones.
Because when words fail, rhythm steps in.
When the day feels heavy, melody lightens the load.

Whether it’s gospel, old-school R&B, jazz, reggae, soul, pop—or even some throwback ‘90s hip-hop—music reminds us of our power.

It reminds us that we’ve felt things before, and we’ve made it through.
That we’ve danced through pain.
That we’ve sung through heartbreak.
That joy is still ours to claim.

Try This:

Right now, open your favorite music app and pick a song that:

• Makes you feel fierce

• Calms your spirit

• Makes you cry in a good way

• Brings back a happy memory

• Makes you move, even a little

Press play.
Let it wash over you.
Let it move through your body.
Sing out loud. Cry if you need. Dance if you want.

This moment? It’s yours.

Need a boost?

Here’s what’s on my “Mood Shifter” playlist this week:

• “Golden” – Jill Scott

• “Lovely Day” – Bill Withers

• “Optimistic” – Sounds of Blackness

• “A Long Walk” – Jill Scott

• “Before I Let Go” – Frankie Beverly & Maze

• “Good as Hell” – Lizzo

• “I’m Every Woman” – Chaka Khan

(Should I share this playlist? Let me know!)

Your Turn:

Drop your mood-shifting song in the comments or tag me @FabAtFiftyPlus with #FabMentalHealthMay and let’s create a collective vibe.

Because sometimes, healing isn’t about fixing.
Sometimes, it’s about feeling—and letting the music carry you home.