I quit listening to music for 30 days.

I went on a music fast, and stopped listening to music for 30 days. It was quite the experience, and I actually really enjoyed it. Consider doing one for yourself!
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[@aliakhras9964]

I like that there is no music played in the video's background.

[@_plug]

i noticed my dependence on music when my headphones broke at school. Making it through that day was boring and rough.

[@XAEX12]

Your channel may have small audience but your information and ideas are of a high value well done nathaniel !

[@NathanielScottYT]

Thank you so much! It means a lot.

[@joebieker]

That's so cool that you did that. I might actually start doing stuff without music now.

[@NathanielScottYT]

Awesome! I think you’ll definitely find some benefit from it!

[@NathanielScottYT]

Thanks for the support :)

[@justdanish282]

Wow this seems like such a cool experiment! I really understand how music can sometimes be more distracting than it helps!

[@NathanielScottYT]

Thanks a lot! It can really hinder our focus and distract us from what we are doing. Consider subscribing for more :)

[@MrRashef]

for me as a guitarist, not listening to music is not an option

[@bayanab6441]

I was addicted to the music and it affected my productivity badly but when I recovered I felt comfortable and peaceful and I don't wanna come back listening to it cuz It's really hard to be moderate and prevent myself from addicting it

[@mohamed.maher.]

Hi Nathaniel. I stumbled across your channel and have just watched this video. I couldn't agree more with all what you're saying on here. I was a walking discography 😁😁 and could memorise hundreds of songs fully. I never thought I would ever stop listening to music completely but here I am two and a half years later :). I just took the decision and had to stick to it because that's what I wanted to do at that time and to be honest, it wasn't as hard as I thought it would be. I never knew I was addicted to music until I realised I couldn't get some of my favourite songs out of my head long after quitting. The last song I listened to before I took the decision still pops up in my mind every now and then. I no longer miss listening to music today and I feel that my heart is at ease. I believe music fills a void in one's heart that is not supposed to be there had it been filled with something more beneficial.

[@NathanielScottYT]

That’s crazy! That’s actually so cool! Glad you found this video!

[@porvoonosho]

I never listen to music, and haven't really thought about it. I prefer silence. The modern world is so full of sounds already, that I don't need additional noise in my day. I meditate and I'm very positive and optimistic, so I don't need external things to cheer me up or lift my mood. My joy comes from within. Have a beautiful, silent day, whoever you are reading this.

[@proudally6662]

Many times, when I listen to music I get into that mood and my thought process hypes up and when the music ends , my thoughts will never stop and that totally distracted me 😅

[@amiir2706]

Yeah that’s absolutely correct it’s dangerous kills the heart the ears and make you look even bad I quit music about 2 years ago and I’m happier and healthier than ever before

[@NathanielScottYT]

That’s crazy! awesome job!

[@Noname-uk9mu]

The music industry probably puts bad subliminal affirmations in music that's probably why music is bad and causes all those problems.

[@selehadinhabesi3855]

@@Noname-uk9mu that is why i try to make sure the music i listen too doesnt have some shady lyrics

[@Noname-uk9mu]

@@selehadinhabesi3855 Also make sure you listen to 432hz music and not 440hz all mainstream music is in 440hz.

[@bigsmall2842]

Without people realizing, most modern day music is basically a drug.

[@aaaaahwiej]

i realise that sometimes listening to music is a waste of time. too much of anything is always bad. i would just listen to music in a car and i let my imagination run wild, for an hour or more. i can listen to podcasts in the car instead of listening to music. i think music distracts me from reality too much.

[@revan9633]

I'm SHOCKED !! Just a month ago I quit listen to it too. But not because of the same these logical reasons but because I wanted to obey my religion law as a Muslim. And I was shocked when I saw your video as you're a nonMuslim :)) You had a good point. I used to listen to it nearly for whole day !! Crazy! Quitting at the beginning wasn't that much hard but the following days I start like craving like I need chocolate... Now if wanna listen to something, I listen to "nasheeds" you can google it. There are many songs but without instruments. Or sometimes Quran. I'm not gonna talk about whether it's bad or good... You've already explained it NICELY. Anyways... nice video. ^^

[@NathanielScottYT]

Thank you so much! I appreciate your comment. Many people have reached out saying very similar things! Glad you enjoyed the video.

[@revan9633]

@@NathanielScottYT Oh! I didn't expect a comment from you actually. Because lots of people don't comment back. Thank you so muchh !!! :)) And by the way when I said "I wanted to obey my religion law" I think maybe it's more proper to say rule, I don't know. This is going to be personal (I hope I'm not disturbing :) ) but anything the religion doesn't allow actually seemed like for my beneficial!.. I realized it recently. But of course nobody has to think the same way... :) The religion I follow allow to duff which is kind of drum but so small... I guess it's quite long topic to talk.. So that's it :)

[@HaramainExperience]

@@revan9633 duff is only allowed on special occasions like Eid, general ruling is Music is not allowed and we Muslims have something that is way better, the recitation of quran

[@SamDCote]

Cool video Nathaniel! As a music lover, this seems impossible for me hahaha-- good points though, I'll definitely try being more intentional with how much I listen to music! good work.

[@NathanielScottYT]

Thanks for the support! I definitely recommend being more mindful like you said. I think you’ll see some benefit!

[@electron4784]

Music does not do anything for me. My music fast has lasted about 40 years. And is still going. I have not missed it. Absolutely no side effects that I am aware of to date,. Thanks for bringing up the subject.

[@oisinsharkie]

Ill never quit music, people who think music is bad should shut up. Also this guy listens to ajr, so opinion invalidated.

[@pushi3649]

Music spoils our brain from thinking. It makes me unconscious. It was a temporary joy that's it.

[@ilacademy9717]

I'm British and the way you made the tea instantly irritated me lol! Yes, however, I agree that music can interrupt your mental clarity. I enjoyed listening to your experience with quitting music.

[@barzun8]

i cried and bleached my eyes after seeing that atrocity. we need to teach him how to make tea.

[@BluebutterflyofJune]

Music is like vocalized emotions into beautiful and harmonious vibrations.

[@laralepo1071]

I don't really listen to music ever. If I ever do, it's because someone else is playing it or it's inevitable like when watching a movie or playing a game. Songs that have lyrics (specially mainstream songs) rarely captivate me tbh, I've always found them kinda "aggressive" because of how they try to help one express feelings. Listening to someone else's voice trying to sing about my feelings has always felt really alien to me. Other than that, I really enjoy music but not enough to go searching for it.

[@NathanielScottYT]

Interesting! I have always had an interest in music. It’s hard for me to get away from it actually haha. I just love the passion that the artists put into it, even if I can’t relate firsthand to them. It’s very satisfying to listen to. Also, some music is just fun and not really emotional. Anyway, thanks for the comment :)

[@windlessdoot7877]

It’s interesting to see the difference between casual listeners and musicians/people who actively listen and analyze whilst they enjoy music. As a musician, Whenever I listen to music, I’m more likely to give it my full attention such as when driving or just listening and whatnot. I’m actually less likely to listen to music when studying in general because I get distracted by it 😅. Music plays such different parts in different peoples lives, and it is something I couldn’t live without it those moments when I’m alone or listening with others.

[@pubertetskiprinc5630]

This instructional video can change some people who want to change so your video deserves milion views! Keep up!

[@zoz4281]

and this is from the reasons why the music is haram in islam

[@latinsho11]

Yeah even breathing air is haram in Islam 🙄

[@ERJOL]

Hi here from VinceLuu video ✌️ I don't think I can do that but love your determination Definitely it will impact alot I think hope is for good.

[@NathanielScottYT]

Hey! Glad to have you here. I think the challenge helped me out a lot and I discovered more about myself. If you are interested, I definitely encourage a music fast. If not, no big deal! It’s definitely not necessary, but it’s interesting!

[@ladybird491]

Music partly destroyed my family, the demonic under tone and low frequency brainwashed everyone and hell broke lose, whole fight went down.

[@zaeemahmad2633]

My experience towards Music is the same. We are more focused on our work while not listening to the Music.

[@DevinaSheebu]

I really get distracted by music and ur video suddenly popped up and now it has motivated me that yes i can surely try tis so i guess going to start it from tomorrow for sure Thank youu

[@ZakManga]

I've tried quitting music several times actually, particularly for religious reasons and I definitely found that it changed my ideas about music. I used to listen to it normally as a kid, musicals, KZbin etc. but after trying to quit over a few days I realised, while listening to music had benefits, those benefits were short-lived and addictive. I would go from having lots of motivation while listening, to crashing afterwards and having trouble finding my bearings or my sense of self. I actually noticed that some of my music-addicted Internet friends, who had no adhd before and who had a lot of focus would start to experience adhd-like symptoms from hours of listening to music. I feel a lot better and more like I have a purpose in life when I'm not listening to any music so I'm hoping to completely quit it one day. I think music goes on my list of things that 'have some benefits, but they're outweighed by the harms' - like alcohol. 😅 Great video tho

[@_helper_5789]

I ve started studying abroad right after covid and it hit me hard. Living alone abroad, cant go outside and more covid stress, staying indoor almost 24/7 felt like a torture.

[@dazv3605]

I used to be a musician and I've decided to quit music altogether whether it be listening or making it. Crazy isn't it? However far fetched it may seem, I spent time analysing why I made/played music. Most of the time it isolated me. Indeed when writing songs, I had to stay apart and it nullified my social interaction. When I was a teen, I'd stay locked up playing guitar but always on my own. It wasn't beneficial as I'd never dated any gal til I first quit music. I then started working and forgot about music to such a point that I never listened to any music. That lasted til 2005 when I wrongly thought of resuming music. I fell back into the same traps, playing it, listening to it and getting frustrated as my music led me to nowhere. I think I'm not all that talented otherwise I'd have been spotted so recently I decided to quit it for good. I think I don't want to listen to any music anymore and never sing nor play guitar ever again. Why? I feel it's evil TBH. I'll live again without any sound.

[@phendranaa]

I used to be heavy into playing and finding music but not anymore. It was a weird identity shift. People think it's depressing but enjoying silence is the opposite of depressing imo

[@drcunda1]

When I am silent, I fall into the place where everything is music... 💚 Rumi

[@YourInsideOut-un1nt]

I should try this challenge. I am also very inspired. Thank you.

[@user-sadiaafrin202]

Man you don't have any idea how much you inspire me

[@josiahareola4924]

addiction means not finding a balance

[@futurelawyer7237]

hi nathaniel thanks for the video I am aiming to remove music from my life this month. because I'm preparing for the university exam and music distracts me a lot. Greetings from Turkey.♡

[@NathanielScottYT]

Thanks! Best of luck!

[@Itsme-sq2xt]

Hey there, I want to cut music too for a while at least 2 weeks, would you like to maybe encourage eachother and share the updates of experience?

[@futurelawyer7237]

@@Itsme-sq2xt ok for me I wasn't very successful before, we can start from today if you don't mind two days apart we can share with each other how we are progressing and whether we are managing is it ok?

[@Itsme-sq2xt]

@@futurelawyer7237 yea sure, where can we contact do you have instagram? + for me the last 2 weeks were very good in compare to the weeks before, I didn’t listen in them like I did, I don’t exactlyy know why but I’ll tell you what I think, and I don’t wanna fall back to the way it was before

[@futurelawyer7237]

@@Itsme-sq2xt this is alright but i have a problem about it u know i praepering Üni exam nd i dont use social Media lately...(instgrm,Twitter etc) so I can't think of anything else, should we write my development here two days apart? we can delete all comments when we are done sorry about that but I'm trying not to use Instagram right now is this suitable for you?

[@AbsolutelyNobody-ik4pr]

IT... HURTS... WATCHING YOU MAKE TEA LIKE THAT!!! UUUGH THE PAIN!!! PS: Love your content, i feel very positive vibes from your videos : )

[@mohammedfayiz1010]

Avoiding restricted things in islam always makes me more disciplined, focused and happier

[@DJFace147]

Its a great experience to try. Its worth noting though, I think its not always music that's mentally distracting, but the type of music. For example ambient music is not as distracting as heavy metal lol.

[@cervezaway7049]

I would never get on to the treadmill without music - music makes life fun

[@NathanielScottYT]

I get that! You do you!

[@manofnocountry]

Bravo, very well made. Fantastic arguments. ♥️🙏

[@jaydenstowe0813]

I love listening to music to my favorite headphones while I'm walking in on car rides it's so much fun

[@kindauncool]

3:33 sometimes quiet is violent.

[@salmafirdaus]

I didn't expect you have a very few subs!!

[@donaugwin1377]

Nate post more videos. You are breathtaking.

[@Makrandbhosle8720]

Say No to Sports and Entertainment

[@josiahareola4924]

Say yes to sports and no entertainment

[@delcasteel9963]

Great content!

[@NathanielScottYT]

Thanks buddy! I appreciate the support:)

[@emmashima4529]

In islam, it's forbiden to play instruments (except duff in some cases for example in wedding party). I thought it's weird. However after trying to reduce to listen to music, I get many benefits. I feel more focus on my work, while reading, doing chorus etc. and I feel more relax.

[@myrealnameisharry49]

Music is my life. My partner and I both love music. He is a music engineer and I am a composer/vocalist. We both go to a music college as well. It's really interesting to hear about people's experiences with music. Thank you for this comment.

[@maxpalmer3212]

I’m a junkie for music I always have a song stuck in my head and I’m also a musician I play guitar and write my own lyrics and take guitar lessons and I’m writing song idea’s down all the time

[@freeradiorulo4894]

I could never stop listening music for a day! Gotta have it everyday just like PBR!

[@GRXF]

Music make me feel depressed!

[@Teksoul02]

Yep after that stupid high it’s cos it feeds you dopamine constantly

[@amankumarsingh1162]

You quitted music for 30 days and i after 8 years of gaming addiction quitted it for 100 day now I really miss it but i am 18 and i wasn't able to study so i quitted it

[@belgiumfinestcars2947]

You've got great content Nathaniel Scott ❤️❤️❤️ lets Grow together my new friend!

[@NathanielScottYT]

Dj Hitmaker thanks a lot! Consider subscribing for more :) let’s grow 🚀

[@SpinFlint1]

Guys... we need to rehydrate regularly or we'll literally die... yet drinking too much water over a short space of time will actually kill you. Point being, moderation and balance should be the goal, unless you're finding something particularly detrimental to your wellbeing. My life revolves around music, yet I also enjoy silence and solitude on a daily basis. Music can be good for you, music can be bad for you, but there are so many variables as to why each may be the case. I guess it's all about finding the balance which suits the individual

[@saurabhdhawale2316]

Absolutely agree wid dis guy Music, especially loud & fast tracks are damn addictive Although no harm in listening to music ocassionally, say like 1-2 tyms a week

[@NetUserchannel]

I remove it from my phone then I give it back, I feel bored, it’s addictive actually, but i will try to stop it

[@aaj3493]

I listen to music almost all the time ( avg. 120hrs a month)... I'd surely try this music fast thing, and might give it a thought to write down my experience if I make it.

[@marwanaser5452]

Subscribed right after you made tea 🥰

[@SP-qe2cr]

Did you just drink hot water from the tap ?

[@ReubenImagination]

I could sacrifice my food money for earphones after earphones

[@normapadro420]

I produce music. I don't always listen to music that much. It's another form of entertainment for me. I do enjoy listening to the birds, and other nature sounds instead.

[@Rat-Jesus]

Hey man i know this is an old video and you havent uploaded in forever but id like to change that i hope my comment reaches you and inspires you to comr back to it you got somethings here

[@Blueyeatspie]

I enjoy the silence but I don’t really have a choice because families of mine, always listened to music when ever the whole room goes to silent soo it’s annoying but I’m fine with it.

[@10290sstp]

Alright then I am next to try this as I think this is fun since in the gym because I use no music I finish exercises 30% faster

[@josejaviermoya-angelergarc6968]

Great Video! I´m going to try it myself

[@petea2647]

Smart kid. Subscribed.

[@yaraamkieh]

I’m a muslim, and in out religion, music is forbidden. not to torture us, or to take the fun away from our lives, but to protect us. yes music is fun, but when you look up the scientific reasons why music is bad, you’ll never listen to it again.

[@diztinger]

npc

[@Hahshdhbcbcyoutube]

Oops sorry let me just tell my teacher (a conductor) that his profesion is bad for him and he should stop heing a conductor and a musician in general. Oh let me curse him too

[@Hahshdhbcbcyoutube]

No one can convince me that music is bad as you were saying

[@latinsho11]

​@@diztingeryup they can't even breathe air in that religion

[@existence.5806]

Thank you dude! Truly Informative!

[@NathanielScottYT]

I appreciate your support!

[@craigrawlinson4310]

I love music and I could not fast from it. When I was in college I always studied without music. I usually listen to music in the car. I never listen to music in the shower.

[@NathanielScottYT]

Gotcha! All good! Im no longer on my fast.

[@Captured-On-Camera-Reviewer]

Music shapes the mind with certain beliefs. Your mind is manipulated 8 programmed.

[@patrikkrunic9968]

this seems like a seriously interesting challenge, I will try it as well! Thanks for all the tips :)

[@NathanielScottYT]

Awesome! It’s definitely interesting! I appreciate the support :)

[@danielgx83]

interesting subject , thanks !

[@mhdsamouri5673]

After watching a video about digital drugs I find my self that I am addicted, so I started thinking why having a hadeck, a weird thoughts sadness kind of little depression so after searching I decided not lesson any type of music such as paino or guitar cause I Want to my mind to reach my goals just trying it to see the result.

[@a-renheit4803]

Helpful video,thanks 😇

[@asaduzzamanasad3766]

Brother a very good sound you can hear I think you will feel relax available on KZbin name 'Sura Rahman by Omar hisam al arabi'. Thanks

[@Maneyaku]

Why is bro treating music like drugs

[@noahscofield]

dude how did you get so many views man? its crazy i get like 30 average. Great video by the way I'll see if not listening to music will help.

[@NathanielScottYT]

Honestly not sure 😬 I’ve tried to replicate it, but no success, as you can see with my latest videos views. Just got lucky - it keeps getting recommended to people, views are going up each week. And I posted over 4 months ago! Just shows that with good content you can get lots of attention. Just keep trying and you might have one blow up!!

[@noahscofield]

@@NathanielScottYT I hope!!

[@noankham1462]

I have tried to quit listening to music for focusing on reading 😅😅

[@deceptivedawwg1111]

I take this challenge.... let's see what happens

[@kir31]

What happened? it's been 2 months. What are the changes did you see??

[@puresingingsoul]

​@@kir31are you also gonna do this challenge? I'm thinking of doing it btw

[@mohammad.mmarashi9113]

I took a look at your thumbnail and I thought you're going to talk with British accent 😂

[@jakefromstatefarm9139]

I only listen to music when I drive.. been that way for 20 years or so

[@salihplayer480p6]

3:31 bro thats normal shower😂 (Im not trying to mock, it just seem different to me)

[@notzeyee1673]

love your video 😊

[@unaako5521]

And any advice for musicians?

[@superstar5123]

not sure why this is even a video. I've never willingly listened to music. I only hear it because every commercial, movie, and video shoves in down my ears. Music is loud, annoying

[@AstaghfiruAllah.OnlyOneGod]

Music is forbidden (Haram) in islam We must not listen to music In our religion ,Islam, when something is haram its because its harmful for us For example, eating pigs , if you go read researches from non-Muslim scientists you will find out that eating pigs and drinking Alcohol is soo bad and harmful for human health And Allah told us in Quran not to eat it and not to drink Alcohol (Haram) And there is Alott of things that scientists are discovering nowadays, and its already mentioned in our religion 😊❤ We love islam ❤ Guys you should try read and listen to Quran ❤

[@Hahshdhbcbcyoutube]

Music isn't harmful for you. But everything you overdo is harmful just like how it is

[@user-Q4enp9z2hn]

Okay, I have music anhedonia so this is normal

[@arnavsrivastava1158]

My country might not be a super power but atleast people there actually enjoy there life. Not like these people.

[@zennar1537]

What would you recommend for someone that plays an instrument during a music fast? I'm seriously considering stopping to see what it could mean for me. Thanks in advance.

[@NathanielScottYT]

I think playing music can be very beneficial :) no problem with it during a fast.

[@thetickedoffpianoplayer4193]

Playing music is different from just having it on in the background for filler. I think that's what he's talking about.

[@NathanielScottYT]

Yep! I think that making/playing music is completely different than using music to fill up your time and get you by.

[@thetickedoffpianoplayer4193]

I guess I'm a bit weird then, because I don't think I've ever listened to music just to fill time or get me by. I do listen to music in the background while doing other things, but it is because I enjoy it and find it very beautiful.

[@sidemenclips6437]

How to do excercise with out music

[@freespirit7450]

Most music have sublimnals secret message.

[@mushroomcrepes4780]

got some new expensive headphones for music and youtube recommends me this lmaooo

[@smithdownaquarium]

Great video, but a part of me died watching you make tea.

[@NathanielScottYT]

I boil the water when I make tea now :) and usually use loose tea with an infuser

[@smithdownaquarium]

@@NathanielScottYT your journey to mental clarity is clearly working

[@krishnasubedi8213]

thank u

[@barzun8]

as a brit i cried after seeing him make "tea" 1:01 when he, first of all, FILLS UP THE MUG WITH COLD TAP WATER and then has the audacity to put it in THE MICROWAVE and then after all that put the teabag ON TOP OF IT. i need to bleach my eyes for i have witnessed a sin. please for the love of god learn how to make tea.

[@localwillow9948]

Jokes on you, I don’t listen to music. I don’t like rap or any modern music, I like 70’s - 80’s pop though. Good video 😁😁

[@NathanielScottYT]

Thank you so much for the support!

[@hanikafernando3676]

You are a nice person

[@user-ob9zo9cr4c]

quit for 30 minutes.. WELL

[@hbknowledgedose6972]

Music is useless it kills our productivity and reduces efficiency and increase emotional distraction 😢

[@lw97nilslinuswhitewaterweb93]

Muslim? kzbin.info/www/bejne/qqDLk42Zaa5-pNU

[@Dinosaur315]

Not really 😂😂 music is quite motivating, at least for me. It's bad if you like, listen to it non-stop. Also it depends on the music.

[@freeaudiobooks4052]

Cool video

[@NathanielScottYT]

Thanks a lot for the support! I appreciate it :)

[@DanDylan]

Video-production-wise you were definitely inspired either by Nethanal Drew or Matt D'avella -) Ha ha! So and I Cool video and interesting topic!

[@NathanielScottYT]

Indeed! Thanks!

[@AnnaStoller]

Its Very damaging. Impossible to Stop