Dr. Jason Powers, MD
Positive Recovery MD
EPISODE 26: How Music Soothes the Soul, with Sonny Mayo of Rock to Recovery
EPISODE 26: How Music Soothes the Soul, with Sonny Mayo of Rock to Recovery
EPISODE 26: How Music Soothes the Soul, with Sonny Mayo of Rock to Recovery
Tuesday 1st December 2020
Join Sonny Mayo on 'Positive Recovery MD' as he reveals how music can help heal emotional wounds and support addiction recovery.
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Dr. Jason Powers, MD
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Get the buttons here!Healing Through Harmony: Sonny Mayo's Musical Journey to Recovery
Music is a powerful tool for unlocking creativity and freely expressing emotions, which can be beneficial for finding healing and freedom from addiction.
Imagine a life where music is not just a form of entertainment but a pathway to healing. In this episode of 'Positive Recovery MD', Dr. Jason Powers sits down with Sonny Mayo, a man who has turned his love for music into a lifeline for those battling addiction.
Sonny, a Rock to Recovery Brand Ambassador, Board Member, Program Administrator, and Recovery Coach, shares his compelling story of how music helped him find freedom from addiction and how he now uses it to help others do the same. Sonny’s journey is nothing short of remarkable. Starting his professional music career in 1995 with the band Snot, and later playing with Amen, Sonny’s life seemed like a rock star dream.
But behind the scenes, he was grappling with alcoholism and drug addiction. Ultimatums from bandmates and stints in rehab provided only temporary relief until he hit rock bottom in late 2001. Desperate for change, Sonny turned to 12 Step fellowships, which marked the beginning of his path to sobriety. In this heartfelt conversation, Sonny discusses how music became his emotional outlet and a crucial part of his recovery process.
He explains the concept of 'music interventions' used by Rock to Recovery, an organization dedicated to helping people in recovery through creative expression. By allowing individuals to unlock their creativity and express their emotions freely, music serves as a powerful tool for healing. Sonny also touches on the importance of community and positive habits in overcoming addiction. He emphasizes taking action and battling self-hatred and judgment, offering listeners practical advice on incorporating these elements into their recovery journeys.
The episode wraps up with a Positive Intervention—a daily practice designed to promote growth and progress. If you're curious about how music can be more than just a melody but a means of emotional freedom, this episode is a must-listen. Tune in to hear Sonny Mayo's inspiring story and learn how you too can find healing through harmony.