Thanks to Stephen’s Place and the National Association of Councils on Developmental Disabilities for their inspiring work and helpful information. Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month can bring awareness to the challenges that those with developmental disabilities face when it comes to interacting within their communities. Developmental disabilities such as autism spectrum disorder and developmental delays affect …
To be clear, I don’t own this music or the rights to it. It’s just a great song by Earth , Wind & Fire that seems kinda perfect for TODAY! Movin’ and Groovin’ It’s one of those songs that just makes you want to move! The cool September mornings might have you thinking about going …
Right up front, here’s my disclaimer: I don’t own the rights to this music or this video, BUT I can’t help but share a 45 year old song that holds up so well! And this song may not have musical, magical (almost medicinal) benefits for you, but it brings a smile to my face every …
Another Michael Franti song caught my ear today. It’s a perfect musical message for a making your Monday matter! This song is dedicated to all my brave friends who are working hard on their journeys from addiction to freedom. Of course, like so much of Franti’s music, it has a great message for the whole …
You know how much I love music. You know I think music has the power to shift moods and change the complexion of our days. You know I think we should make music a regular part of our daily routines. So… Why doesn’t QuittersWin have an anthem?! Well, I don’t have a good answer except …
When I’m in the car – especially for a long time – at some point I’ll start thinking about junk food. My thoughts about food are not usually related to being bodily hungry, but tend to related to feelings. Negative feelings (anxiety, anger, etc.) can certainly provoke me to want to do something to soothe …
No matter what journey you are on today, this quote holds meaning: If you can’t fly then run, if you can’t run then walk, if you can’t walk then crawl, but whatever you do you have to keep moving forward. -Martin Luther King Jr. On 7/29/15 in Columbia SC, James Taylor was joined onstage by …
According to Plato, music makes everything better. And even if you aren’t sure music can improve your day or your outlook, what do you have to lose by adding some tunes? Maybe the mind that sings has wings! Go ahead! Give Plato’s philosophy a try – “Music gives a soul to the universe, wings to …
Music can almost magically change a mood. Music captures memories and can hold them in our minds. Hearing a song – even years later – can almost transport us to other times (and other moods.) A very wise friend in AA occasionally reminds me that when it comes to moods, if we can name it …
The past has the potential to teach us important things and beyond that, sometimes the best we can do with the past is let it pass. Will Rogers put it this way: “Don’t let yesterday use up too much of today.” If there’s joy in yesterday, remember it.If there’s a lesson in yesterday, remember it.Other …
Everybody grab your earbuds today! Let’s use some “good medicine” that comes without a childproof lid. Music has a spectacular capacity to move our mood. Feeling crummy? Craving? Crank up the tunes! We all know it works, so let’s make a HABIT of taking our music with us wherever we go. Music is medicine! From …
When we listen to music, with or without words, we are changed in measurable ways. Our hormone levels, heart rate, blood pressure and other medically measurable metrics can be influenced by what we’re listening to. I know that there are some songs that make it easier for me to drive too fast. I know we’ve …
