Shayne HolzmanWhen Music Speaks
Unlike other variables in life, music is always there when you need a helping hand whether you are a listener or a musician. In my view, playing an instrument is one of life’s greatest gifts. When you do what you love, it can become your whole life — and maybe even a source of income!
How do you feel when you listen to music? Music has a way of bringing calm and helping us process our emotions, thoughts, and feelings. This is why music is a gift: it has the power to make us feel better. And when we feel better, we can do better, achieve more, love more, and engage with our community. So, how does music enrich your life? In this post, we’ll dive into a plethora of questions that may help you define and feel more gratitude toward your relationship with music.
Music’s Impact on People with Disabilities
How does music help you cope? Many musicians live with disabilities, and they have fought hard to redefine their identity and live fully through music. Music benefits our health, both physically and mentally. Playing an instrument strengthens memory, and singing our favorite songs can lift us up. Music gives us an escape and a boost when life feels challenging.
The Movement of Music
Music gets us moving, quite literally! Exercise is great for our body and mind, and music has the power to improve our endurance and stamina. When we listen to music while exercising, it distracts us from the difficulty of the workout, helping us push through. Personally, I find that music motivates me to keep going, and I notice real improvements in my performance. So, next time you’re working out, put on a favorite song and get moving!
Music Builds Community
Why does music bring us so much joy? Sharing music helps us make friends, eases our emotions, and builds our confidence. By bonding over music, we create a sense of togetherness. In the disability community, music can be a powerful connector, helping people feel less alone. When we enjoy music with others, we’re building an inclusive, welcoming community.
Music Is a Gift of Friendship
What does community mean to you? Music is community and collaboration. When we make friends through music, we find shared interests and form connections that cross cultures and languages. This strengthens our community and brings us closer together.
Music as a Companion in Life
Now that we’ve explored the gifts of music, think about how it benefits your life. The next time you listen to music, take a moment to notice how it makes you feel. Many musicians play every day and consider their instruments close companions. A musical instrument becomes an extension of life, reaching out to offer comfort and support.
Music is a friend that listens to us and helps us discover joy. It’s as if music reflects our emotions back to us, offering understanding and companionship. So, next time you need comfort, pick up a guitar, sit at the piano, or simply listen to the melody within you.
The Sound of Your Soul
What makes you feel whole? For many of us, music is the sound of our soul. When we hear the lyrics to our favorite songs, feel the notes resonate, or move to a rhythm, music soothes us. It helps us feel centered, grounded, and balanced. So, the next time you’re feeling emotional, put on a song that resonates, and let it bring you joy!