• 08. The Healing Power of Music with Mary Gauthier

  • Aug 5 2024
  • Length: 32 mins
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08. The Healing Power of Music with Mary Gauthier

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  • In this moving episode of Resonate, we are joined by the talented Mary Gauthier, a folk singer-songwriter whose music has touched countless lives. With eleven albums, a Grammy nomination, and a deep commitment to storytelling, Mary shares her journey from a troubled past to finding purpose through music.

    Mary discusses the transformative power of songwriting, both as a personal therapy and a means to connect with others. She reflects on her early life in Louisiana, her struggle with addiction, and how discovering music changed her life. Mary's latest book, "Saved by a Song," offers an autobiographical and instructional look at the healing potential of music.

    Listeners will learn about Mary's work with the nonprofit "Songwriting with Soldiers," where she helps veterans turn their stories into songs, providing a therapeutic outlet and a sense of connection. Mary emphasizes the importance of becoming a storyteller and finding one's voice through music.

    Join us for an episode filled with inspiring stories, emotional honesty, and the undeniable power of music to heal and connect.


    Resources:

    • Read Saved by a Song
    • Songwriting with Soldiers


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