Are you a fan of metal music? If so, then you’ll be pleased to learn that it is actually good for you. Then again, metal music is a bit like Marmite in that you either love it, or hate it. There is rarely a middle ground. 

If you aren’t particularly taken with metal and could never see what all the fuss is about, then it may be worth reading this article and then going back for another listen, just in case. In this article, we’re going to talk about the surprising mental health benefits of listening to metal music. 

1. Becoming part of a community 

Metal heads have a rather close-knit community of their own and when you commit to listening to metal you have an honorary introduction into their community. Certainly, it’s not a direct mental health benefit, though feeling as though you belong to and forming bonds with a wider community has its benefits – particularly when it comes to self-esteem. 

2. Listening to music is good for the brain

OK, so this applies to music in the broader sense, however, that doesn’t change the fact that the act of listening to music can benefit your cognitive functions wonderfully – including bolstering the memory. 

3. You may be more open to experiencing new things 

A recent study found that those who listen to heavy metal music – and subsequently have an interest in more complex and intense melodies – tend to be much more open to experiencing new things. That said, the same study found that many metal fans have a craving for uniqueness which can potentially limit their willingness to branch out and accept other forms of music. 

4. It might make you less violent 

Metal is given a bad rap and is often associated with violent devil-worshipers who’d love nothing more than to trash your house. Turns out, that couldn’t be further from the truth. Apparently, listening to metal music can actually reduce your sensitivity to violence. Another study exposed metal fans to a potentially triggering event and angering them, then had them listen to metal music which calmed them down substantially after the fact. This is likely because, whilst metal music can sound aggressive, the act of listening to it can be cathartic and help to release tension. 

5. Become a critical thinker 

Metal music has long been synonymous with anti-establishment tendencies encouraging fans to develop their own investigative skills and think more critically. Again, there is also the risk of it having an averse ‘bubble’ effect where fans may become heavily influenced by their tight-knit community and thus develop biased opinions. 

6. Build self-confidence 

As metal fans have typically lived on the outskirts of what is considered to be “mainstream”, they tend to be rather confident in their own likes, dislikes, and are subsequently more independent. In other words, listening to metal music and engaging with the lifestyle will make you far less likely to care about what other people might think. So, if you’ve always been partial to buying male sex toys then go right ahead. The average metal fan couldn’t care less what anyone else thinks about their business. 

Disposable contact lenses are just single-use lenses that you can remove and dispose of after the end of each day. This means that you can use a fresh pair of contact lenses each morning. Daily contacts are becoming increasingly popular among consumers and practitioners for their convenience and health benefits. Daily contact lenses are the ones that you can replace daily, weekly, or even monthly depending on the brand. This article discusses the best ways you can wear daily contact lenses. 

Putting in daily contact lenses

Before you decide to put in daily contact lenses, it’s a good idea to wash your hands using soap and then rinse and dry the hands with a towel. You should also make sure that the contact lens is not inside out. You can do this by placing the contact lens on your finger and then holding it so that you expose the lens to the light. 

Ideally, if the edges of the lens flare out, then it’s inside out. Remember that some indicator lenses can have 1,2, and 3 indicators, so ensure that the digits are not backward. Instead, it needs to appear like a bowl that has straight edges.

You should also use your right hand to gently hold the upper eyelid, but don’t allow the eyelashes to get in the way or don’t blink. Then you can carefully pull down the lower eyelid using the other fingers. 

Lastly, you can move the daily contact lens toward the eye. You should look upward while putting the lens on the eye, slowly let go of the eyelid and close the eye to allow the contact lens to settle. 

The length of time you can wear daily contact lenses

Daily wear contact lenses can be safely and easily disinfected for reuse at least two weeks to a month before you decide to dispose of them. You should note that daily wear contact lenses are designed for you to wear during the day only. However, you can choose to reuse them for up to a month

It’s always important to consult your eye doctor and check with the manufacturer of the contacts to know the ideal wear time. This is because not all contact lenses can be reused for at least a month. 

That said, you cannot sleep with these contact lenses. Hence, when you remove the contact lenses, you need to clean and disinfect them with the cleaning solution recommended by the manufacturer and your eye doctor.

These contact lenses are also made up of complex materials that can be mixed with protective layers of synthetic materials. This makes them resistant to the build-up of germs, protein, bacteria, and debris that happens while wearing contact lenses. 

Also, the materials of the contact lenses are designed to make it easier for you to clean and disinfect them without breaking down the composition of the lens material. In short, these contact lenses are similar to porcelain, so you can clean, rinse, and disinfect them.