Join experienced music therapy mentor Jennifer Hicks and her guests to learn more about the topics most relevant to today's professional and student music therapists. Let's fill our cups and share our wisdom together!
MT Mentor
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Join experienced music therapy mentor Jennifer Hicks and her guests to learn more about the topics most relevant to today's professional and student music therapists. Let's fill our cups and share our wisdom together!
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April 19, 2021
MT Mentor Episode 10
<p>It is an honor to welcome our guest mentor for this episode, Tim Ringgold.</p> <p>Tim Ringgold is a board-certified music therapist, columnist, and the author of the book, Sonic Recovery: Harness the Power of Music to Stay Sober. He has provided music therapy to thousands of teens and adults in residential treatment, and is a sought-after international speaker, having shared the stage with some of the top minds on music, the brain, addiction, and personal development, including Tony Robbins. Tim was the first person to give a TEDx talk on music therapy in 2012. Tim is also a former Regional President of the American Music Therapy Association.</p> <p>Topics discussed in this episode:</p> <ul> <li>Music as a source of support during the lowest points of our lives,</li> <li>Reminders to not give up and to trust your music therapy journey,</li> <li>Music therapy for individuals in recovery,</li> <li>Music as a trigger for cravings,</li> <li>Humor in the midst of addiction,</li> <li>Ways to “flip your flaws” (as Renee Airya would say),</li> <li>The power of a gratitude practice,</li> <li>The importance of physical health for our mental health,</li> <li>The essential need for connection, community, and support,</li> <li>The value of resilience, perspective, and communication in music therapy education,</li> <li>The merit of having the same level of grace for each other that we do for clients,</li> <li>The insight gained through volunteering, and</li> <li>The benefits of having a hobby outside of music therapy.</li> </ul> <p>Resources mentioned in this episode:</p> <ul> <li>Tim’s website: <a href= "https://www.timringgold.com/">https://www.timringgold.com/</a></li> <li>Tim’s blog: <a href= "https://www.timringgold.com/blog/">https://www.timringgold.com/blog/</a></li> <li>Tim’s social media accounts: https://www.instagram.com/tim_ringgold/ & <a href= "https://www.facebook.com/tim.ringgold">https://www.facebook.com/tim.ringgold</a></li> <li>Tim’s book “Sonic Recovery: Harness the Power of Music to Stay Sober”: http://bit.ly/TRRbook or <a href= "https://bookshop.org/books/sonic-recovery-harness-the-power-of-music-to-stay-sober/9781099035555"> https://bookshop.org/books/sonic-recovery-harness-the-power-of-music-to-stay-sober/9781099035555</a></li> <li>Tim’s FREE Relaxation Vacation audio file: <a href= "http://www.sonicrecovery.com">http://www.sonicrecovery.com</a></li> <li>Books: "Conversations with God: An Uncommon Dialogue" series by Neale Donald Walsch, “The Four Agreements” by don Miguel Ruiz, “The Work” and “The Four Questions” by Byron Katie, "Seven Spiritual Laws of Success" by Deepak Chopra, “The Go-Giver” by Bob Burg, “The E-Myth Revisited” by Michael Gerber, “Breath” by James Nestor, “Polyvagal Theory in Therapy” by Deb Dana, “Adapt: Why Success Always Starts with Failure” by Tim Harford</li> <li>Music: Steve Morse, Enya, Steve Vai, Dream Theater, EDM, acid house</li> <li>MT Mentor Membership Group: <a href= "http://joyfulnoisesllc.com/mt-mentor/">http://joyfulnoisesllc.com/mt-mentor/</a></li> </ul> <p>Transcript: https://drive.google.com/file/d/16tDQIp2xwlzxGwtCEouyv0wHecVNpo5f/view?usp=sharing</p>
March 2, 2021
MT Mentor Episode 9
<p>It is an honor to welcome our guest mentor for this episode, Jennifer Pinson.</p> <p>Jennifer Pinson is the owner and founder of Dynamic Music Services Inc. in Indianapolis, IN. There she manages a team of music therapists, interns, and practicum students. Jennifer is knowledgeable about business topics, having completed the Streetwise MBA program through the SBA. Jennifer is also a published author, speaker, and the owner of Career Driven Mom, which focuses on finding your harmony through career, parenting, and you. She also offers coaching for entrepreneurs specifically in starting a business, financial growth, managing a team, and diversification.</p> <p>Topics discussed in this episode:</p> <ul> <li>Staying connected with employees as a MTBO and clinician,</li> <li>Leaning into your career for your own self-growth,</li> <li>Striving for harmony rather than balance in your life,</li> <li>Embracing the importance of community and connection,</li> <li>Taking ownership for your own self and actions,</li> <li>Building self-awareness,</li> <li>Acknowledging shame,</li> <li>Practicing gratitude in the moment,</li> <li>Understanding the difference between an employee and a contractor,</li> <li>Being okay with making mistakes and making changes,</li> <li>Letting go of the need to work as if you don’t have children and parent as if you don’t work,</li> <li>Finding mentors to support you during the challenges of being a music therapist, and</li> <li>Knowing that the more you learn and grow, the better you’ll do next time.</li> </ul> <p>Resources mentioned in this episode:</p> <ul> <li>Dynamic Music Services, Inc.: <a href= "https://www.dynamicmusicservices.com/">https://www.dynamicmusicservices.com/</a></li> <li>Career Driven Mom: <a href= "https://www.facebook.com/CareerDrivenMom">https://www.facebook.com/CareerDrivenMom</a></li> <li>“First Class Life” with a chapter by Jen: <a href= "https://bookshop.org/books/first-class-life-10-empowering-lessons-to-help-you-create-a-life-full-of-purpose-fulfillment-happiness/9798687236379"> https://bookshop.org/books/first-class-life-10-empowering-lessons-to-help-you-create-a-life-full-of-purpose-fulfillment-happiness/9798687236379</a></li> <li>Books: “I Thought It Was Just Me” by Brené Brown, “The Five Languages of Appreciation in the Workplace” by Gary Chapman and Paul White, “EntreLeadership” by Dave Ramsey, and “Essentialism” by Greg McKeown</li> <li>Music: “Foolish Games” by Jewel, “Fight Song” by Rachel Platten, “Roar” by Katy Perry, and Sara Bareilles</li> <li>Extrovert’s Guide to COVID-19: <a href= "https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLiefKVtC5aEeoncoLAO9AfTwe4toXcZBR"> https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLiefKVtC5aEeoncoLAO9AfTwe4toXcZBR</a></li> <li>MT Mentor Membership Group: <a href= "http://joyfulnoisesllc.com/mt-mentor/">http://joyfulnoisesllc.com/mt-mentor/</a></li> </ul> <p>Transcript: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1kl5iSUfNEQLAYvRAd21DDd7bM-HFRiSH/view?usp=sharing</p>
February 11, 2021
MT Mentor Episode 8
<p>It is an honor to welcome our guest mentors for this episode, Helen Dolas, MS, MT-BC and Ron Borczon, MM, MT-BC.</p> <p>Full Bios: <a href= "https://drive.google.com/file/d/1ffzy1rXpifhHoZf9swQySlCCJqkpfOW6/view?usp=sharing"> https://drive.google.com/file/d/1ffzy1rXpifhHoZf9swQySlCCJqkpfOW6/view?usp=sharing</a></p> <p>Topics discussed in this episode:</p> <ul> <li>The evolution and increased awareness of music therapy,</li> <li>The use of rhythm and music therapy with those affected by mass disasters and trauma,</li> <li>Lessons learned as a MTBO in the midst of a global pandemic,</li> <li>The wisdom of listening and being present and intentional with our words,</li> <li>The importance of taking risks, learning new things, and not being afraid to let things go,</li> <li>The need to be authentic and tap into all dimensions of ourselves to be whole human beings,</li> <li>The difference between giving advice and mentoring,</li> <li>The importance of understanding our biases and listening to marginalized groups,</li> <li>Reasons to make your college education a priority,</li> <li>And much, much more!</li> </ul> <p>Resources mentioned in this episode:</p> <ul> <li>Able Arts Work: <a href= "https://www.ableartswork.org/">https://www.ableartswork.org/</a></li> <li>AAW Learn for Life: <a href= "http://www.ableartslearnforlife.org">www.ableartslearnforlife.org</a></li> <li>Ron's Products: <a href= "http://www.ronborczon.com/Products.html">http://www.ronborczon.com/Products.html</a></li> <li>MT Mentor Membership Group: <a href= "http://joyfulnoisesllc.com/mt-mentor/">http://joyfulnoisesllc.com/mt-mentor/</a></li> </ul> <p>Transcript: <a href= "https://drive.google.com/file/d/16vnolqx64q-TE-lc9jiZ7OMfCmRw-oWi/view?usp=sharing"> https://drive.google.com/file/d/16vnolqx64q-TE-lc9jiZ7OMfCmRw-oWi/view?usp=sharing</a> </p>
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