Introducing Ya Tafari our Resident Music Therapist

Benefits of Music Therapy: 

1.  Depression Reduction

Music is created from the spirit world. Music is not for entertainment alone, but also for good health. This is where our Music Practitioner comes in. He can address the physical, mental, emotional and spiritual needs of people who have depression and need transformation. These individuals may have a need to:

    - Live in tranquility
    - Move from the natural to the spiritual
    - Move from sadness to happiness

Music, as well as caring for others, helps reduce depression immediately.

2.  Relaxation

As you listen, imagine yourself on a beach. Go to a park or sit quietly. Let the music take you to paradise. Listen to every sound. Release your thoughts into the wind. Just listen and relax. This relaxation experience can be effective even if you are at work on a break. Just breathe. Relax your mind, body and spirit.

3.  Healing

Music healed King Saul, king of Israel, when he was sick. Read it in the bible (1 Samuel 16:14-17). When I was a boy about 11 or 12 years old, my mother was sick in bed. I took my guitar and played music and she was healed. She got up and started cooking and cleaning. Now I play the harp, piano, guitar and different kinds of percussion instruments. Thank you GOD for music.

4.  Sleep

Count sheep or play music. Your body needs sleep and rest. Just lie there and let the music do its spiritual part for you. Thinking is not listening. Listen to the instruments that are being played... Now go to sleep.

5.  Meditation

I go to the park to meditate. You may sit in a chair or go for a walk. Whatever method you choose, music will help you to do it, especially the harp, piano and strings. 

Peace and Love, Ya Tafari