Tag: healing
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Ep. 193: Mindfulness and Healing with Sound – The transformative potential of Sound Baths; with Sara Auster
Sara Auster is a world-renowned sound therapist and author of “Sound Bath: Meditate, Heal and Connect Through Listening.” We explore the profound effects of sound baths, from their ability to promote healing and mindfulness to their growing recognition in the wellness world. Sara shares her journey into sound therapy, how sound affects the mind and…
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Micro 13: Bittersweet – Transforming pain into creativity, transcendence, and love
Susan Cain’s insightful book explores why sad music resonates deeply with us, why it can be a motivating force, and how we can transform pain into creativity, healing, and connection. Through personal stories, research, and reflections, she examines the beauty in bittersweet moments, powerful ideas on turning sorrow into a creative offering, and recommendations for…
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Ep. 185: Loving Life… all of it – a journey with cancer, music, and healing; with Amy Camie, CTM-CCM
Amy Camie has been a pioneer in researching the role music plays in healing our bodies, particularly for cancer patients. Amy had the chance to apply her work in her own life when she herself was diagnosed with cancer. A therapeutic harpist, Amy shares resources to support the immune system, impact healing, and increase brainwave…
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Ep. 143: Harness the Power of Music to Stay Sober, with author Tim Ringgold, MT-BC
Tim Ringgold has said that “our modern society is a breeding ground for addiction.” When we’re stressed, our brains look for soothing in the form of a substance or behavior, which can take many forms, including drugs, technology, food, work, and alcohol. We discuss why music is a powerful, efficient, and effective tool for treating…
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Ep. 136: Expanding awareness and advancing acceptance of the arts as a vital component for healing; with Ferol Carytsas
Implementing the arts in healthcare allows patients to heal holistically: body, mind, and soul. Healthcare institutions are increasingly embracing design, visual arts, and performing arts strategies to improve the patient experience, mitigate staff burnout, and increase financial efficiencies. We discuss the state of the field of arts in health, and recent efforts to equip and…
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Ep. 129: How socially conscious musicians are bridging divides and healing the wounds of war; with Musicians Without Borders’ Laura Hassler
Musicians Without Borders brings music’s power for peacebuilding and social change to people and places affected by war, armed conflict, and displacement. Its founder, Laura Hassler, says, “Music is the ultimate expression of human connectivity.” Hear powerful personal stories of music literally opening borders!