![]() ![]() These may be as simple as becoming more aware of how music can affect emotions, or be used to explore past experiences or future dilemmas. It’s amazing what insights can be gained from simply allowing yourself time to listen and talk about what you see in your mind’s eye. For example, in guided imagery sessions, the therapist uses specially selected music and the client is invited to describe what they are feeling and what images the music conjures up. In my work as a music therapist, I’ve noticed the impact music can have on anxiety. Anxiety affects our general physical health as well as our emotions. When we experience anxiety, our heart and breathing rates increase and many other systems in our bodies experience overload. It can interfere with being able to enjoy the simple things in life. And even mild anxiety can have a negative effect on our ability to lead a productive life. It comes when we are not sure what is going to happen, or when we feel under threat. But we should remember that anxiety is a natural human response to situations. It may seem like we are living in an age of anxiety, where feeling worried, upset, and stressed has become the norm. ![]()
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