Tag: musicandwellbeing
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Ep. 192: Beyond surviving to thriving with the essential elements of well-being; with Julia Hotz
Can art, nature, and movement be just as powerful as medicine? In this episode, I’m joined by solutions-focused journalist Julia Hotz, author of The Connection Cure. We explore how social prescribing—using nonmedical resources like music, service, and belonging—can improve mental and physical health. Julia shares the science behind this approach, real-life success stories, and how…
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Ep. 190: I Heard There Was A Secret Chord – Dr. Daniel Levitin on His New Book and the Science Behind Music as Medicine
In this episode, we’re joined by the renowned Dr. Daniel Levitin, neuroscientist, musician, and bestselling author. We dive into his brand-new book, I Heard There Was a Secret Chord: Music as Medicine. Dr. Levitin reveals why he wrote the book, how he chose the title, his definition of music, and this new book’s relationship to…
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Micro 15: Celebrating Culture, Heritage, and Identity Through Music
Discover how music unites us, celebrates diversity, and keeps traditions alive. Attending a vibrant cultural event with a friend highlighted for me music’s strength and ubiquity in connecting us to our cultural roots. Music provides a vehicle to preserve heritage and celebrate our diverse identities, and music serves as a bridge to cultural heritage 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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Micro 5: Tune-assisted power nap
Harness the transformative power of the power nap (falling asleep not required!), where music becomes the secret ingredient for rejuvenation. Discover how a carefully curated playlist, like a Pavlovian trigger, can guide your mind into a state of restful calmness. Craft your own bespoke power nap playlist and emerge refreshed for the challenges ahead.
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Ep. 130: What are music psychotherapy and vocal psychotherapy, and how do they work? with Dr. Diane Austin, D.A., LCAT
We discuss this new model that combines elements from music therapy and psychotherapy; the act of bravery and recorded session that captured my attention; and resources for learning more.