Mary Woods
Mary Woods
Special Encore Presentation: Making Music for Recovery Success with Guest Kathy Moser
Special Encore Presentation: Making Music for Recovery Success with Guest Kathy Moser
Special Encore Presentation: Making Music for Recovery Success with Guest Kathy Moser
Monday 11th February 2013
Kathy Moser reveals how songwriting aids recovery by reinforcing essential skills and fostering community on 'One Hour AT A Time' with Mary Woods.
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Sobriety Toolkit
Innovative Treatments & Recovery Paths
Family Recovery from Addiction
Recovery from Trauma
Creative Recovery Journeys
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Get the buttons here!Healing Through Harmony: Kathy Moser on Music and Recovery
The process of songwriting mirrors and reinforces the process of recovery by giving hands-on opportunities to practice skills like repetition, walking into the unknown, working as a group, accepting gradual progress and remaining relaxed.
Imagine turning your struggles into a song. In this episode of 'One Hour AT A Time', Mary Woods chats with Kathy Moser, an award-winning songwriter who has found a unique way to support recovery through music. Kathy’s program uses songwriting as a tool to help individuals practice vital recovery skills like repetition, teamwork, and embracing gradual progress. Through engaging workshops, participants not only create music but also build a sense of community and find joy in the process.
Kathy shares her experiences working in various settings, including prisons, where music has become a beacon of hope and transformation. She discusses the therapeutic power of music on the brain and how it can open doors to new ways of thinking and feeling. This episode is a lively and inspiring conversation that showcases the profound impact of creativity on the recovery journey.
If you’re curious about how creativity can play a role in healing, or if you’re looking for fresh, fun ways to support your recovery, this episode is a must-listen. Tune in to hear some of the songs written in Kathy’s workshops and discover how music can be more than just a pastime—it can be a path to recovery.