by Stefanie Plum, Gather Partner Team
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Pick-Me-Up Chat Transcript. Motivational Songs!

May 06, 2009 10:30 AM EDT (Updated: May 29, 2009 02:56 PM EDT)
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It's only 3PM, and whether you're a stay at home mom, working 9 to 5 or just busy with life, you probably feel that you've already accomplished a lot with your day. Take a moment to relax, recharge, and join the weekly Pick-Me-Up chat, a time to focus on you and to get a boost of energy and motivation from your Gather friends.

The Pick-Me-Up chat takes place TODAY from 3-4PM ET in the comment section of this article. Today's discussion question is: What are your favorite songs to get you motivated?

  • Do you listen to this music while doing activities? If so, what kind of activities?
  • Which songs improve your mood?
  • Which songs do you like to workout to?
  • Which songs motivate you to get off the couch and finish your to-do's?

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Comments: 351

B.B. B. May 6, 2009, 10:31am EDT
ill try to be here
☆ ƒåitĥ ☆ May 6, 2009, 10:35am EDT
You're going to laugh but anything Britney Spears picks me up.
Sara S. May 6, 2009, 10:37am EDT
i will be at work but i would love to be here
☆ ƒåitĥ ☆ May 6, 2009, 10:38am EDT
Or I put it on Pandora.com and let it pick songs for me, depending on which artist I type in to start the playlist. I love that website because it introduces me to music I've never heard of before that's similar to artists I already like.

I listen to it while doing all kind of every day stuff like folding laundry, reading or playing with my toddler, doing the dishes... you know, every day stay at home mom type stuff. I've got pretty good speakers on my computer too.

Anything that's peppy improves my mood. I'm not a big work-out fan though so yeah, there's no songs I like to exercise to. Now if I had an MP3 player I'd use that while going for walks but I'd rather talk to my son while doing that, ha.

That's about it -- hope to catch everyone at the chat today.
Christine Zibas May 6, 2009, 10:57am EDT
I don't think I can be there, but I will add my two cents anyway. Music is something that commands my attention, so I never have it on "just in the background" EXCEPT when I am exercising. Then I feel like it really boosts my energy level, pumping me up to get through the hard spots. Of course, one needs lively music for that, but even something "with a good beat" (sorry for the cliche) can get me exercising in a good rhythm.
norene t. May 6, 2009, 11:06am EDT
Thank you Stephanie
Susan Budig May 6, 2009, 11:08am EDT
Christine, you are my MusicSister! I was thinking exactly *that* when I read your post. One of my writing gigs is as a music journalist. I don't approach music as a filler, but as the main meal. When I listen to music, it's almost always very intentional and commands my full attention.

Except in the car. I listen to music in the car, but I also dance while driving (as much as safely possible) or play air-fiddle (as opposed to air-guitar) or direct with my imaginary baton.

World music is in my car's CD player at the moment. Rough Guides and Putumayo are excellent resources for introductions to other music. And Faith has a great idea of Pandora.com.
Alex In Wonderland May 6, 2009, 11:11am EDT
Britney Spears has some good upbeat music Faith! I personally like the Spice Girls and Move Your Feet by Junior Senior the best.
☆ ƒåitĥ ☆ May 6, 2009, 11:22am EDT
Whew - so glad to hear you didn't nix our friendship because of the Britney Spears thing, Alex!
☆ ƒåitĥ ☆ May 6, 2009, 11:23am EDT
Susan - air fiddle? That rocks! I am a big air drummer, personally. My oldest son just covers his face in embarrassment.

Glad you like Pandora too and thanks for linking everyone to it.
Jennifer N. May 6, 2009, 11:40am EDT
Sounds fun. That's the time the storm will be going through here so I'm not going to be online.

Actually in about 90 mins the storm is supposed to start and last all day and evening. :(
timi A. May 6, 2009, 11:46am EDT
It's gonna be fun, i hope i can make it there on time.
Iris D. May 6, 2009, 11:49am EDT
will try to be here
Amy L. May 6, 2009, 12:27pm EDT
I'll try to be here!
Dagmara H. May 6, 2009, 12:28pm EDT
I will try to be here
d d. May 6, 2009, 2:08pm EDT
i probably can only make the first 10 min. as my son has a lax game today... but wanted to say that i love songs that you can dance to.... it makes cleaning the house or baking easier....

I love many songs from the 60's and 70's. 'It's a beautiful morning..."
Michelle C (faithhopelove20) May 6, 2009, 2:48pm EDT
Oh oh oh!! I have 2 songs in my head right now. My grandmother and I need to run to the post office in a little bit, so hopefully I'll be here the first few minutes of the chat. :)
Lori A May 6, 2009, 2:57pm EDT
Ok Im here I saw the feed on Twitter , my gosh I did not think it would work that well Hi Stefanie !
Lori A May 6, 2009, 2:59pm EDT
I like music from the 80 most my favorite song to get motivated is The theme from flash dance
Barb (Gather Site Ferret) Carlson May 6, 2009, 3:00pm EDT
I'm here :) I like upbeat music with a strong beat to get my legs moving. Slow music might be nice, but I'll fall asleep to it. If I really want to get myself moving, I put on something really lively -- techno is great, for one -- and turn it up loud. I think it drowns out the whining in my own head. :)
Michelle C (faithhopelove20) May 6, 2009, 3:01pm EDT
My husband, Nic, sent me a song a few weeks ago. He is over in Iraq and one of his buddies had the song on his computer. It's Bill Withers 'Lovely Day'.
"When I wake up in the morning, love
and the sunlight hurts my eyes,
something without warning, love
bears heavy on my mind.
then I look at you, and the world's alright with me
Just one look at you, and I know it's gonna be
A lovely day."

I thought it was adorable that it made him think of me, so I downloaded it to my Blackberry and I turn it on whenever I'm feeling a bit down and lonely. I think my grandmother, who I'm staying with right now, is getting sick of me singing it around the house.
Ashley M. May 6, 2009, 3:01pm EDT
***What are your favorite songs to get you motivated?

I really LOVE The Killers. I listen to them almost constantly when I am doing things. I find their music to be everything all at once. Love it. I listen to it while working, while sunning....good stuff.

* Which songs improve your mood?
Any kind of music can really improve the mood because it helps bring me out of myself.

* Which songs do you like to workout to?
I don't listen to music while I'm on the treadmill because I run at varying speeds, and a song with low beats per minutes can wreak havoc with your brain if you are listening to close. When I do a DVD they usually have music already in them. Amy Bento's DVDs are the best for having really great music that coordinates with the workouts.

* Which songs motivate you to get off the couch and finish your to-do's?

I don't need music for this. The thought of not being able to pay bills is enough for me!
Jennifer O. May 6, 2009, 3:02pm EDT
i am here. my songs depend on what i am getting motivated for. tina turner is always a good one. also the old motown hits
Michelle C (faithhopelove20) May 6, 2009, 3:02pm EDT
My favorite song to get me moving is 'All she wants to do is dance' by Don Henley. It pumps energy straight into my body. I love the beat, and it brings back memories from my childhood.
Trish A. May 6, 2009, 3:03pm EDT
Just stopped by for a moment, I love to have music on when I write plays. The funny thing is that I'm not usually a country music kind of girl except when I'm writing plays. I think it's because the songs are a reminder that I'm telling a story.
Lori A May 6, 2009, 3:03pm EDT
Do you listen to this music while doing activities? If so, what kind of activities? I only listen to music in the car I have to keep noise down in the house because my DH works from home and is on the phone all day
Which songs improve your mood? anything by Heart
Which songs do you like to workout to? I do yoga the my chanting Monks cd and the free CD I got from centerpointe inst
Which songs motivate you to get off the couch and finish your to-do's?
Michelle C (faithhopelove20) May 6, 2009, 3:04pm EDT
And I LOVE LOVE LOVE my 70's Rock Anthems CD!! Funny, since I was born in 1984 - but I grew up listening to those songs in the truck with my Dad when I was little. It always puts me in a good mood and motivates me to get moving.
Keri A. May 6, 2009, 3:04pm EDT
Anything that is rock and is loud!
Ashley M. May 6, 2009, 3:04pm EDT
Something really great to listen to is from a course by Jose Silva. Silva UltraMind. There is this guided meditation-like where you listen to the "Alpha Sound." This is very soothing and rejuvenating! There was a free download of this meditation available for a long time as a sampler.
Lori A May 6, 2009, 3:05pm EDT
I mostly listen to chanting or flute music I like 80s rock but I use to work around music all day for years and years and now I like instrumental stuff the most
Sandy M. May 6, 2009, 3:05pm EDT
Hi everyone. I don`t really have a favorite upbeat song but I need something with an upbeat sound to get me going.
I think one of my favorite songs to get me really up and going is "Canned Heat" by Jamiroquai
It has a fantastic beat, and is just a fun song to dance to.
Christina L. May 6, 2009, 3:06pm EDT
Hi everyone, I just came over from the breakroom chat that was really slow to load. Took 5 minutes for my comments to post! Hopefully, this one will be faster.
Sandy M. May 6, 2009, 3:06pm EDT
I even listen to music while cleaning house. something upbeat. sometimes I listen to an old reo speedwagon cd I have.
Susan B. May 6, 2009, 3:06pm EDT
Whe! made it :)
Susan B. May 6, 2009, 3:07pm EDT
• What are your favorite songs to get you motivated? This probably sounds silly, but songs from Disney movies like Jungle Book, Lion King and Aladdin
Stefanie Plum, Gather Partner Team May 6, 2009, 3:07pm EDT
Just poppin' in real quick...

Faith, I love Pandora too!

Just a few of my favorite motivational songs include:
"Eye of the Tiger" by Survivor
"Walking on Sunshine" by Katrina and the Waves
"I Will Survive" by Gloria Gaynor
"It's My Life" by Bon Jovi
Christina L. May 6, 2009, 3:07pm EDT
Wow, definitely faster! I don't get to listen to music a lot these days, but when I do, I usually only listen to rock music with a good beat.
Lori A May 6, 2009, 3:07pm EDT
as far as current stuff goes I really like Garbage I know thats not very current but its better than saying I love poison which I do :)
Last month, my cousin died after a relatively short battle with cancer. On the way over there for the funeral, I started to have a panic attack, but didn't have my meds with me. I put that song on, cranked it, and forced myself to sing along to it. It didn't stop it like my meds would, but it really brought me out of the panic attack.
Dagmara H. May 6, 2009, 3:07pm EDT
I am here too
Chris E. May 6, 2009, 3:07pm EDT
Hi everyone!
Christina L. May 6, 2009, 3:07pm EDT
I do like old 80s music though. I think I'm stuck in the 80s, LOL.
Debra M. May 6, 2009, 3:07pm EDT
Hi Lori,
I listen to dance music while I exercise. It helps me keep my rates up. Jazz always relaxes me. I listen to it in the car, but sometimes I think I'll fall asleep, LOL!
Susan B. May 6, 2009, 3:07pm EDT
• Do you listen to this music while doing activities? If so, what kind of activities? I like listening to it in the car while running errands
Oh, boy- Eye of the Tiger is another favorite.

Stefanie- do you watch Supernatural? There was an outtake of "Dean" dancing and singing along to that- BEST OUTTAKE EVER!
Chris E. May 6, 2009, 3:08pm EDT
This is my kind of chat. Music is one of my favorite things!
Lori A May 6, 2009, 3:08pm EDT
Hey Stefanie I like all those especially Walking on Sunshine
Mary G. May 6, 2009, 3:08pm EDT
* Do you listen to this music while doing activities? yes. If so, what kind of activities? I listen to music while working out
* Which songs improve your mood? Anything upbeat that isn't to loud.
* Which songs do you like to workout to? Lately I have been listening to Disco and working out. I know sounds funny. I think about the thin 80's and plan to look like the early 80's soon.
* Which songs motivate you to get off the couch and finish your to-do's? Its hard to pick one, but how about Dance, Dance, Dance I enjoy dancing to help lose weight.
Jane C. May 6, 2009, 3:08pm EDT
I find it MUCH easier to do housework while listening to music -- something upbeat to keep me moving. The same with working out, especially running. Favorites include: Tina Turner, Bonnie Raitt, Cher, Elton John, Annie Lennox, Fleetwook Mac, etc..
Music makes house cleaning go by a lot faster. It's good for working out, too. I need to get some new headphones so I can listen to my MP3 when I walk.
Trish A. May 6, 2009, 3:09pm EDT
I like to put in music to clean to. It's no surprise that I am a show tunes kind of girl.
Sandy M. May 6, 2009, 3:09pm EDT
I like listening to upbeat music cleaning house or doing anything that requires energy. like exercising.
Christina L. May 6, 2009, 3:09pm EDT
The only music I really hate is rap and country. Don't care much for classical either. Jazz is okay sometimes, and I like Latin music and Celtic music to relax.
Lori A May 6, 2009, 3:09pm EDT
Hi Debra - Jazz is great for relaxing and romance :)
Chris E. May 6, 2009, 3:09pm EDT
I almost always have music on. Right now I am listning to Kenny Chesney.
Susan B. May 6, 2009, 3:09pm EDT
• Which songs improve your mood? Bear Necessities, Supercalifrailisticexpealidocious, can you feel the love tonight
Trish A. May 6, 2009, 3:10pm EDT
I wish I could stay longer but I really have to get to work on a project. I hope everyone has a grand chat.
Jane C. May 6, 2009, 3:10pm EDT
See y'all, Gotta RUN!
Lori A May 6, 2009, 3:10pm EDT
Fleetwook Mac great choice Jane
DiAnA D. May 6, 2009, 3:10pm EDT
i'd be lost without music.. i have it on all day at work and at home when i'm not watching tv, music is playing!
Christina L. May 6, 2009, 3:10pm EDT
I'm low tech so I don't even have an MP3 player or Ipod. I just have a portable CD player.
Mary G. May 6, 2009, 3:10pm EDT
"Eye of the Tiger" by Survivor I listen to this while boxing.
I use Playlist.com to make playlists online to play from my CPU. Here's a link to my profile:

http://www.playlist.com/princessspankypants

I have lots of different music I like, so I create play lists based on the type of music, so I can pick one based on what I am in the mood to listen to.

Right now, I'm listening to my "FUN" mix. Lady Gaga- Just Dance.
Dagmara H. May 6, 2009, 3:11pm EDT
1.Do you listen to this music while doing activities? If so, what kind of activities?
2.Which songs improve your mood?
3.Which songs do you like to workout to?
4.Which songs motivate you to get off the couch and finish your to-do's?

1. I love to listen to the music, when I am cleaning, cooking or working out.
2. Any song from Black eyed peas, Beyonce and Jon Bon Jovi improve my mood.
3. I love Let's get it Started as my favorite workout song.
4. I would say It's my Life help me really get out of that couch and do whatever I need to do
DiAnA D. May 6, 2009, 3:11pm EDT
my mother always had public radio playing when we had dinner
Susan B. May 6, 2009, 3:11pm EDT
• Which songs do you like to workout to? Since I’m unable to workout – not really, though I do kind of do isometrcs to the music
This may sound funny, but I've always felt stronger after listening to Gloria Gaynors "I Will Survive". My dog used to sing along (howl) whenever she sang "I Will Survive", lol It was fun, but I have always identified with that song.
Sandy M. May 6, 2009, 3:11pm EDT
I usually listen to rock. it helps lift my mood.
Chris E. May 6, 2009, 3:11pm EDT
How can you hate country? Most music is based on country. Many people don't realize that a lot of song today were actually songs from the 1930's. Many musicians of all genres will say one of their biggest influences was country.

I am with you on the rap though. I don't like Gangsta rap
Debby C. May 6, 2009, 3:12pm EDT
anything by the dixie chicks can get me moving and more motivated! I like Michele Bublé too, he just makes me feel good....and he's so cute.
I used to have a cheap portable CD player- I used a tape adaptor to plug it into my van to play it, but it broke. :( Now, I have an MP3 that I can use the same way.
Susan B. May 6, 2009, 3:12pm EDT
• Which songs motivate you to get off the couch and finish your to-do's? I don’t think I’ve ever consciously let music do that
DiAnA D. May 6, 2009, 3:12pm EDT
.Do you listen to this music while doing activities? If so, what kind of activities? CLEANING FOR SURE
2.Which songs improve your mood? ANYTHING UPBEAT
3.Which songs do you like to workout to? CHER HAS SOME GREAT UPBEAT MUSIC
4.Which songs motivate you to get off the couch and finish your to-do's? WELL FIRST I HAVE TO MOTIVATE MYSELF!
Lori A May 6, 2009, 3:12pm EDT
Which songs improve your mood another good one that I know most of you will not know is the theme from star trek enterprise called Ive got Faith very nice and up lifting
d d. May 6, 2009, 3:12pm EDT
i love walking on sunshine! and "hang on sloopy" "build me up buttercup" "magic carpet ride" ok... you're now seeing my age.
Sandy M. May 6, 2009, 3:12pm EDT
Christina, I don`t have an ipod or mp3 player either. just a cd player.
Chris E. May 6, 2009, 3:12pm EDT
I must be one of the only ones who never really cared for that song. ( I Will Survive)
DiAnA D. May 6, 2009, 3:13pm EDT
I actually work better with background music
Debra M. May 6, 2009, 3:13pm EDT
80s music is fun. I listen to all genres and eras. Since I'm old, that includes Oscar and Hammerstein show tunes, Big Band music, Black Sabbath and Jethro Tull, and a host of jazz and country artists. A little R&B and Hip-Hop/Rap.
Dayna W. May 6, 2009, 3:13pm EDT
Give me just about any hairband song from the 80s and I'm a happy camper
Desiree T. May 6, 2009, 3:13pm EDT
* Do you listen to this music while doing activities? If so, what kind of activities? i listen to music while cleaning
* Which songs improve your mood? something fast with a good beat.
* Which songs do you like to workout to? don't normally work out to music, i do yoga so i like to be very inspired by the silence
* Which songs motivate you to get off the couch and finish your to-do's? allanis morsette or janet jackson
Sandy M. May 6, 2009, 3:13pm EDT
I have a Bose and it sounds great. just like something big but its only small. it has great sound.
Hello everyone!
Debby C. May 6, 2009, 3:13pm EDT
I love country....I don't listen to music a lot because of work being so loud I want some quiet when I travel home and at home....but I like to listen when Im cleaning and trying to stay focused.
Janet "Jax" B. May 6, 2009, 3:14pm EDT
Do you listen to this music while doing activities? If so, what kind of activities?

Yes...I do when I'm in the truck and running kids everywhere. I also do when I'm doing some housework. And when I was still able to run/jog, I'd listen all the time.
Chris E. May 6, 2009, 3:14pm EDT
D.D - I love music from all eras. I have to say the 60's and early 70's are probably my favorite though.
DiAnA D. May 6, 2009, 3:14pm EDT
The only music I don't care for is rap (sorry if I offend)
Dagmara H. May 6, 2009, 3:14pm EDT
I love walking on sunshine
Debby C. May 6, 2009, 3:14pm EDT
Hi Priscilla!
Chris E. May 6, 2009, 3:14pm EDT
Diana me too!
Debra M. May 6, 2009, 3:15pm EDT
Dagmara, I suggest the Pointer Sisters for good workout music. Also some heavy drum music from Kitaro.
Chris E. May 6, 2009, 3:15pm EDT
Hi Priscilla!
What are your favorite songs to get you motivated?: Let's Get Physical!
Jennifer O. May 6, 2009, 3:15pm EDT
i do like my rap in the car too...lol
Debby C. May 6, 2009, 3:15pm EDT
dagmar, did you see wilIam on oprah yesterday?
Dagmara H. May 6, 2009, 3:15pm EDT
Hi Priscilla
Janet "Jax" B. May 6, 2009, 3:15pm EDT
We've been listening to all kinds of 80's songs here...LOL. It started out as a joke, so I could try and embarass Christopher. It didn't work, and the kids actually like the songs.

Girls Just want to Have Fun, Call Me, Walking on Sunshine, Holding out for a Hero, and Walk Like an Egyptian are amoung Angela's favorites
DiAnA D. May 6, 2009, 3:16pm EDT
My daughter is getting married in December and she burned her dad a cd of her music choices.. lots of great stuff on there.. including lots that will have tears coming down my face!