Nature noises have long been recommended for relaxation, especially during meditation or before you go to bed, but this study found scientific evidence that they can reduce stress levels during travel, too. Commenting on the research, Professor Spence said: “Much of the research that has been done on this subject area has taken place in laboratories and isn’t very ecologically valid, whereas this study may have been one of the only to have been conducted on a train with real commuters.

“The results clearly demonstrate that listening to nature-inspired soundscape exerted a significant calming effect on passengers. It would be interesting to investigate whether the results could also be applicable to other forms of transport, such as long-distance flights or lengthy drives.”

So, if nature noises can provide some respite against the chaos of the commute, it might be time to try it next time you’re travelling to work. Sabrina Carpenter’s new album will just have to wait.

Feeling stressed on your commute? Try swapping your music for soundscapes