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11 Quotes That Get At The Heart Of Music Therapy

March 22, 2024 - 12:00 AM Words From Those Who Heal and Have Healed We’ve all experienced that indescribable sensation when listening to music. We listen to a sad tune when we need to let it out, an uplifting beat when we feel joyful, and ambient sounds when we need to soothe ourselves. If it’s possible to feel so much through music alone, imagine what can happen when adding therapy to the mix. ‍ Music therapy is an up-and-coming set of mental health work that’s becoming increasingly popular. Using music, therapists offer a free-flowing experience to help soothe their patients. This might mean playing music for patients, teaching them to play, or simply experimenting with sounds......

9 Health Benefits of Music

March 17, 2024 - 10:08 PM Music can improve mood, decrease pain and anxiety, and facilitate opportunities for emotional expression. Research suggests that music can benefit our physical and mental health in numerous ways. Music therapy is used by our hospice and palliative care board-certified music therapist to enhance conventional treatment for a variety of illnesses and disease processes – from anxiety, depression and stress, to the management of pain and enhancement of functioning after degenerative neurologic disorders. The team from Spiritual Care and Support at NorthShore, highlights some of the benefits music has on health and well-being: It’s heart healthy. Research has shown......

15 Inspirational Quotes About The Power Of Music

March 14, 2024 - 05:43 PM By Martin Chilton Thoughtful and insightful quotes about the power of music as therapy and the ways in which it is good for all of us to open up about mental-health concerns. Musicians as prominent as Adele, Kendrick Lamar, Taylor Swift and Bruce Springsteen have spoken publicly about mental health issues such as depression and anxiety, and all can attest to the power of music to help with such problems. Numerous scientific and psychological studies have shown that music can lift our moods, combat depression, improve blood flow in ways similar to statins, lower levels of stress-related hormones such as cortisol, and ease pain. Music can improve the outcomes for......

Self-Improvement Is A Journey

March 13, 2024 - 02:38 PM By: Marla Goldberg - Author and Energy Healer Taking Small Steps to Reach Your Goals I feel it is easiest when I break my goals down into steps. First, I determine which goal I want to achieve. Then I will start making a list of the actions and steps I need to take to reach that objective. After these steps are determined, I will time-block each step, giving 10 minutes for step 1 and 45 minutes for step 2, for example. I also understand that sometimes we all need a little help. Do not be afraid to reach out to the people you need to assist you on getting to your end goal. If I should fall short of my goal, I make sure I do not beat myself up. I reassess my steps, make the changes......

Music and Mind: Harnessing the Arts for Health and Wellness

March 08, 2024 - 05:23 PM Music and Mind: Harnessing the Arts for Health and Wellness,’ edited by Renée Fleming, makes the case for the therapeutic effects of music An opera singer collaborates with scientists, artists, educators, therapists, and healthcare providers to advance our understanding of music's healing powers. BY DAVID NOEL EDWARDSThe therapeutic use of music dates to ancient times. By the time the Hebrew shepherd David soothed King Saul’s agita with harp music, the Sumerians and Egyptians had been using music in their healing rituals for millennia. Even in the age of high-tech medicine, music remains a universally recognized remedy for an assortment of commonplace maladies. A......

Discover the Path to Mindful Living With This Guide

March 04, 2024 - 08:00 AM By: Savannah Taylor - BeMySpiritGuide In a world that never seems to slow down, mindfulness emerges as a beacon of tranquility. This ancient practice, centered on being fully present and engaged in the moment, offers a haven from the hustle and bustle of daily life. By incorporating mindfulness techniques into everyday routines, individuals can experience moments of peace that lead to a more serene and focused existence. This article, courtesy of The River of Calm, explores practical ways to weave mindfulness into the fabric of daily life, inviting readers to embark on a transformative journey towards inner calm. Crafting Visual Reminders To reinforce your meditation practice, crafting......

15 Benefits Of Listening To Music (Backed by Science)

February 27, 2024 - 06:16 PM Written by Dr. Michelle Millis Chappel for LifeHack If you love listening to music, you’re in good company. Charles Darwin once remarked, “If I had my life to live over again, I would have made a rule to read some poetry and listen to some music at least once every week.” Albert Einstein declared, “If I were not a physicist, I would probably be a musician.” Jimi Hendrix called music his “religion.” I’ve always been in awe of people who can sing and play guitar. As a young girl, I secretly listened to singer-songwriter music in my bedroom into the wee hours. As a rebellious teenager, I cranked rock ‘n’ roll in the house......

From Tension to Tranquility: Practical Steps to Relax and Rejuvenate

February 20, 2024 - 03:30 PM By: Savanna TaylorIn today's fast-paced world, finding tranquility can often feel like a distant dream. Yet, relaxation is not just a luxury, it's a vital aspect of maintaining our mental and physical well-being. This article, shared today by The River of Calm, offers practical, holistic tips to soothe your mind and body. Whether you're navigating the demands of work, family, or personal challenges, these strategies are tailored to help you decompress, reconnect with your inner self, and cultivate a sense of serenity that resonates through every aspect of your life. Let's embark on this journey together, exploring accessible and effective techniques to unwind and rejuvenate in a world that......

The Benefits of Yoga

August 08, 2023 - 08:56 PM Check out this amazing source at Every Day Yoga! If you’ve done your “downward dog” yoga pose today, you’re probably feeling more relaxed. Regardless of your level of yoga expertise, if you’re practicing regularly, you can feel better from head to toe. Yoga offers physical and mental health benefits for people of all ages. And, if you’re going through an illness, recovering from surgery or living with a chronic condition, yoga can become an integral part of your treatment and potentially hasten healing. A yoga therapist can work with patients and put together individualized plans that work together with their medical and surgical......

A Soothing Oasis of Sound Enters Vanderbilt-Ingram Cancer Center

March 20, 2023 - 01:00 AM The River of Calm’s donation of music headphones and soft-felt piano music enhances VICC’s patient experience Patients at Vanderbilt-Ingram Cancer Center (VICC) now have the option of complimentary headphones streaming hours of tranquil music while they undergo chemotherapy and other infusion treatments. Through a recent donation of music headphones by the online music channel, The River of Calm – Music to Soothe Your SoulTM , patients have a new option for coping with the emotional demands of cancer. “Watching a loved one going through a cancer diagnosis, many people feel helpless,” said Ed Bazel, founder of The River of Calm and an award-winning......

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11 Quotes That Get At The Heart Of Music Therapy

9 Health Benefits of Music

15 Inspirational Quotes About The Power Of Music

Self-Improvement Is A Journey

Music and Mind: Harnessing the Arts for Health and Wellness

Discover the Path to Mindful Living With This Guide

15 Benefits Of Listening To Music (Backed by Science)

From Tension to Tranquility: Practical Steps to Relax and Rejuvenate

The Benefits of Yoga

A Soothing Oasis of Sound Enters Vanderbilt-Ingram Cancer Center

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