Music Can Soothe the Savage Beast

Before the meeting: 

1. Set up a playlist with music that is upbeat, music that is dramatic, and music that is soothing.  Set up the speaker with your smart device. 

During the meeting: 

1. Gather the Cub Scouts and adult partners and share with them that it is important that we not only eat foods that will keep us healthy and to stay active to exercise our muscles It is also important to give our body a chance to rest and to sleep. 
2. One way to rest and relax is to listen to music, however not just any music can help you relax.  Music can really affect your mood. For example, how do you feel when you hear this?  Play an upbeat song. 
3. Allow Cub Scouts and adult partners to reflect on how the song made them feel. 
4. Play each type of song and ask the Cub Scouts and adult partners to reflect on how the song makes them feel. 
5. Discuss how some songs can get you energized, and some are little scary, and some can really help you relax or even fall asleep. 
6. Play relaxing music for the den and have everyone close their eyes as they listen to one soothing piece of music.