Embracing Intensity 275: The Healing Power of Music w/ Princess Fortier
This week on the Embracing Intensity podcast, host Aurora discusses the transformative power of music with guest Princess Fortier. Princess shares her personal journey of using singing to alleviate her chronic migraines, which began at the age of 13. Despite initially pursuing neuroscience to find a medical cure, she discovered that singing provided significant relief from her symptoms. Aurora and Princess delve into how music can relax, heal, and foster emotional well-being, particularly for those with neurodivergent traits like ADHD and autism. They also explore the importance of community in musical healing practices and offer practical advice for using music and singing as therapeutic tools. Tips for finding and creating musical communities are discussed, along with the benefits of engaging in sound baths and circle singing.
About Princess:
Princess Fortier is a dynamic musician, speaker, and advocate for mental health and neurodivergence. With a rich background in using music as a therapeutic tool, she has dedicated her career to helping others find healing and self-expression through creative outlets. Princess's work emphasizes the emotional and psychological benefits of music, drawing from her personal experiences and professional expertise to inspire and empower her audience. She is known for her engaging and heartfelt presentations, making complex topics accessible and relatable to diverse audiences.
In this Episode:
- Princess shares how music has helped her understand and process emotions, learn about love, and find healing.
- Aurora introduces the "Embracing Intensity" podcast, aimed at gifted, creative, twice-exceptional individuals.
- Moving to a single monthly episode improved downloads.
- Princess discusses her journey studying neuroscience to find a cure for her migraines.
- Singing during a migraine attack unexpectedly relieved her symptoms.
- Aurora opens up Q&A, asking Princess about factors contributing to music helping with migraines.
- Princess explains the potential of music to relax and align with one's purpose, influencing mental and physical well-being.
- Community involvement in singing and music is encouraged for healing and creativity.
- Practical suggestions for engaging in music, such as joining choirs or attending sound bowl classes.
- Discussion on how specific songs and types of music can be personalized for therapeutic benefit.
- Auroras' philosophy: using her platform to allow others to share their voices.
- Princess's invitation to explore creating and experiencing music for personal therapy.
- Closing remarks emphasize continuing conversation and participating in the Embracing Intensity community.
- Aurora concludes with invitations to join the community for support and access to tools for self-regulation.
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