An interesting study has recently been published in the Journal of Neuroscience which has found that brain waves can be altered by playing a musical instrument improving an individual’s ability to listen and hear, over a short period of time. This is another example of neuroplasticity and the ability for our brains to rewire themselves. Just in the way that art therapy has been used to support mental ill health, maybe music therapy could do the same? #positiveliving #recovery

We seem to find it difficult to celebrate stories of recovery and hope and I am uncertain as to why this is? Is it about people’s fear, stigma/discrimination, we enjoy bad news stories more than good ………? This week I had the good fortune to hear two inspiring stories of recovery. Hope is needed in recovery as it can be a long and hard journey, through sharing and celebrating, I hope we give hope to those who need it now, during and post recovery. The first was as part of my m