Unveiling the Powerful Connection Between Music, Substance Use, and Mental Health – A Harmonious Journey to Healing and Understanding
On my blog, I share a variety of stories that delve into the intricate relationship between substance use, mental health, and the healing power of music. I discuss my personal journey as a singer-songwriter and mental health advocate, as well as the experiences of others who have faced addiction, depression, anxiety, trauma, and other mental health challenges, along with their path to recovery. My music serves as a backdrop to these narratives, providing an emotional outlet and fostering connections with others.
My name is Ben Goerner. I am a 64 year old retired Mental Health and Substance Use Clinician. I also have lived experience with substance
It is not hard to recall stories of rites of passage, visions, messages, healing and much more when looking back into the use of substances
From my perspective as an experienced mental health and substance use clinician and someone with lived experience and in recovery, I find it important to
Believe this or not but when I was younger and quit using drugs other than alcohol, I had a profound vision (or dream if you’re
What it’s about is this: Too many of us do not want to see the reality of what happens to people when they lack resources
The story I am about to tell is important on so many levels. First and foremost, it is a brief magnification of the journey of
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