This 80-Minute BTS Playlist Will Soothe Your Stress and Help You Find Calm

Some days it feels like I'm anxious and stressed from the moment I wake up until whenever I close my eyes for the night (usually later than I'd like). To cope when I need to focus at work or to help me unwind after dinner, I play the most calming music I can find, and one artist I've been turning to more than ever is BTS. This is a group that's all over my workout playlist, and many people know them for their high-energy songs and choreographies, but they also have amazing ballads and slower tracks that help me relax and release stress when I need it most. The members of BTS are also advocates for mental health, something that their lyrics (in both Korean and English) often touch on; Love Yourself was the theme for their last full album cycle, promoting self-acceptance and love even when you're feeling down.

The following playlist is one I've been listening to almost every day, with songs that speak directly about mental health (I recommend looking up the English lyric translations) or have a vibe that helps me relax and unwind after a long day: either uplifting or calm and soothing. Press play, close your eyes, and let these melodic tracks do the same for you.