Category: Music Therapy & Mental Health
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Escaping Your Creative Blocks
It’s hard to find very many bright spots regarding the past couple of years. Most musicians had to cancel tours and shows, and limit any kind of fan interaction. But, if there’s been one benefit to that, it’s the free time to be creative. It’s been a great time to spend working on projects, coming…
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Daily Habits to Improve Your Musicality
As a musician, a lot of your creativity probably comes naturally. But, being a successful musician is about more than letting your imagination drive you. It’s about actually honing your craft and being the best you can be. That’s why the saying “practice makes perfect” has stood the test of time. Most musicians agree that…
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The Prevalence of Mental Health Struggles Among Musicians
It’s easy for people to stereotype musicians as carefree and fun. There are so many depictions of a “rock n’ roll” lifestyle that musicians have been painted a certain way over the years. But because of that, most people don’t consider the fact that their favorite performers could be struggling with mental health issues. According…
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Common Ailments Musicians Encounter and How to Treat Them
Life as a musician can be fun, rewarding, and exciting. Most people don’t think about a career in music as a potentially dangerous one. But, there are a few common ailments that musicians can face. Let’s face it, it’s a demanding career. You could put yourself at risk of burning out, or it could take…
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The Importance of Music for Childhood Development
Music is known as the universal language, but it’s so much more than that. For some, it’s their favorite form of entertainment. For others, music can feel like it completes their whole life. When it comes to childhood development, music is even more important. Multiple studies and various forms of research have shown the positive…
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The Physical and Mental Health Benefits of Music
Music is often referred to as “the universal language.” There is no doubt that music can break down emotional barriers, providing soothing comfort, and make people feel more connected with each other and themselves. But, more studies have started to show that music impacts more than just your emotions. It can also have an impact…
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Relaxation Tips for Musicians
A recent study that surveyed 1,500 independent musicians found that 73% of them had experienced stress, anxiety, and/or depression in relation to their music career. It’s easy to think that the life of a musician is somewhat glamorous or at least stress-free based on the “rock n’ roll” lifestyle that’s often associated with them. But…
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Welcome to our new YouTube Channel!
Introducing our new Blogging Musician YouTube channel. 3 years ago, I founded The Blogging Musician @ adamharkus.com. ‘The ultimate resource community for Guitarists & Musicians’. In that time I’ve been hiding. Hiding behind the singer in our band. Hiding behind the pages and contributors of the blog. Hiding behind my own guitar and my own…
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Maintaining Relationships While Touring
Every successful musician knows that touring is a part of life. While it can feel exciting at first, it isn’t always as glamorous as people make it out to be. There are long hours on the road, driving through the night, eating fast food all of the time, and finding places to stay wherever you…
