DJ Hesta Prynn's Music is Therapy

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A Jay-Z song changed my net worth. What if the song you can’t stop playing isn’t random? What if it’s pointing to something you want - or someone you’re becoming? DJ Hesta Prynn’s Music Is Therapy is a podcast about identity - and how music shapes the way we see ourselves, make decisions, and move through the world. Hosted by Hesta Prynn, an NYC-based DJ and licensed therapist, each month focuses on one area of life - money, love, self-worth, relationships, career - using music not as entertainment, but as a tool. Through personal storytelling, conversations with experts, and Hesta’s Music Connection Therapy method, the show explores how the songs you love can help you shift how you show up in your life. This is not just a podcast.  It's unconventional therapy for your entire life.  Music is Therapy - your session starts now.

  1. 20h ago

    Tegan Quin Shares Joyful Insights on Music, Emotional Healing, and the Importance of Connection in Life

    Have you ever felt like adulthood has stripped away your sense of fun and adventure? Join DJ Hesta Prynn as she dives deep into a heartfelt conversation with Tegan Quin of Tegan and Sara in this episode of DJ Hesta Prynn's Music is Therapy. Together, they explore the often-overlooked importance of embracing joy and spontaneity amidst the pressures of productivity that can weigh heavily on adult life. Tegan Quin shares her candid insights on the emotional toll of being a musician, discussing the challenges of touring and the delicate balance between work and personal life.   The duo reflects on the evolution of Tegan and Sara's music, showcasing how their songs manage to convey profound emotions while maintaining an upbeat sound. This episode is not just about music; it’s a vibrant exploration of themes like creativity, joy, and the therapeutic nature of music. As they discuss the essential need for connection, Tegan Quin highlights her optimistic outlook and the joy she finds in creating music that resonates with others, making it clear that music is a powerful tool for emotional healing.   Listeners will be encouraged to seek out fun and connection in their own lives, as Hesta emphasizes the significance of music in personal growth and emotional well-being. This episode serves as a reminder that music is not just entertainment; it’s a healing device that can guide us through life’s challenges and changes. Whether you’re a musician or simply someone who appreciates the transformative power of music, this episode of DJ Hesta Prynn's Music is Therapy is a must-listen journey into the intersection of music, mental health, and the human experience.   Join Hesta and Tegan for an inspiring conversation that will leave you feeling uplifted and motivated to embrace the joy in your own life. Discover how music can be a catalyst for emotional healing, personal growth, and deeper connections with those around you. Tune in to hear relatable stories, insightful reflections, and the undeniable magic of music as therapy. Don’t miss out on this episode that beautifully captures the essence of what it means to live fully and joyfully through the lens of music. **Send this to the person who needs to have fun again   Music Connection Therapy July 1 LIVE Workshop:  https://mct.hestaprynn.com/july-1   Connect with Tegan & Sara:  Substack: https://teganandsara.substack.com/ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/5e1BZulIiYWPRm8yogwUYH?si=KMJgWxX_Saye6Xw0C6FGkg   June Playlist: Therapy, DJ Set or Vacation: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/70qa5enke0r7kHtOSPockT?si=9c869d6e19564842   Connect with DJ Hesta Prynn and Music is Therapy:  https://hestaprynn.substack.com/https://www.instagram.com/hestaprynnmusicmusicistherapypod@gmail.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    26 min

  2. May 29

    Discovering Identity and Healing: John Oates on Music as Therapy with DJ Hesta Prynn's Insights

    Have you ever wondered how music can reshape our identities and facilitate emotional healing? Join DJ Hesta Prynn in this captivating episode of DJ Hesta Prynn's Music is Therapy, where she sits down with the legendary John Oates, one half of the iconic duo Hall & Oates. Together, they explore the profound connection between music and personal growth, delving into Oates' journey beyond the dazzling lights of fame. As the biggest-selling duo in history, Hall & Oates created timeless tracks that have resonated with millions, including Hesta herself. But what happens when the music stops? This episode is a deep dive into Oates' transformative experiences after stepping away from the spotlight. John Oates candidly shares his decision to rebuild his identity and the pivotal moments that led him to embrace therapy and visualization practices. Discover how he found solace and strength in unconventional therapy methods, ultimately leading him to create a fulfilling life outside the pressures of the music industry. This conversation not only highlights the healing power of music but also emphasizes the importance of mental health awareness and emotional well-being. Throughout their discussion, Hesta reflects on her own journey with music and self-love, making this episode a heartfelt exploration of how music as therapy can serve as a powerful tool in navigating life's challenges. As they discuss the intersections of identity and music, listeners will gain insights into the transformative music experiences that can guide us through personal struggles. Whether you're interested in the role of music in therapy and relationships or curious about how music impacts mental health, this episode offers valuable perspectives on emotional healing through music. Tune in to uncover how you can leverage the music connection therapy provides to enhance your personal growth and self-worth. Don't miss this opportunity to learn from two passionate advocates for mental health and creativity. Join DJ Hesta Prynn and John Oates as they navigate the complexities of life changes, decision-making, and the profound impact of music on our emotional landscape. This episode is not just a podcast on self-discovery; it's a celebration of the healing powers of song and the incredible journey of finding yourself through music. Listen now to DJ Hesta Prynn's Music is Therapy and embark on a journey of self-exploration and emotional healing through the universal language of music!   **Send this to the person who knows they need to start over but doesn't know how yet. Read John Oates's memoir May Playlist: Songs that Hold the Feeling for You: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/60acajddWy8eNcAX2GOzl6?si=d78f867f3d2244cd    Find the show: https://hestaprynn.substack.com/https://www.instagram.com/hestaprynnmusicmusicistherapypod@gmail.com **Send this to the person who knows they need to start over but doesn't know how yet. Read John Oates's memoir May Playlist: Songs that Hold the Feeling for You: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/60acajddWy8eNcAX2GOzl6?si=d78f867f3d2244cd    Find the show: https://hestaprynn.substack.com/https://www.instagram.com/hestaprynnmusicmusicistherapypod@gmail.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    28 min

  3. May 22

    Therapy on a Drake Song: Avoidant Attachment

    In today's episode, DJ Hesta Prynn is Drake's hot therapist. We get into Drake as an emotional universe — why his music, and his latest album ICEMAN, lives in the space of wanting connection while keeping one hand on the exit door. What happens when someone with avoidant attachment gets publicly humiliated? And why can't you stop thinking about someone who was never fully available to you? That question is the whole episode. May Playlist: Songs that Hold the Feeling for You: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/60acajddWy8eNcAX2GOzl6?si=d78f867f3d2244cd  Bonus Playlist: Drake Is An Avoidant Attacher: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/7JVW6XsyHhxsTfE7gbjXU5?si=61ce993e9eb44823 Find the show: https://hestaprynn.substack.com/https://www.instagram.com/hestaprynnmusicmusicistherapypod@gmail.com Send this to the person in your life who misses someone who was bad for them. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    18 min

  4. May 15

    Ketamine 101 (with Dr. Priyanka Wali)

    Curious about psychedelics? Dr. Priyanka Wali is a board-certified physician who uses ketamine-assisted psychotherapy to treat depression - with music at the core of every session. Research calls music the hidden therapist, and in this episode we get into exactly how it works and why it changes everything. May is Mental Health Awareness Month. This conversation is for anyone who has tried everything and still isn't feeling better, and for anyone who has heard the word ketamine and immediately thought of a college party in 1999. TRY THIS: If you or someone you love has been struggling with depression and feels like nothing is working, Google "ketamine assisted psychotherapy near me." It's legal, it's covered by some insurance, and it's closer than you think. Send this to the person in your life who is still waiting to feel better. You know who. Listen to "Health Stuff" https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1119-health-stuff-301678881/ Dr. Priyanka on IG: https://www.instagram.com/walipriyanka/ May Playlist: Songs that Hold the Feeling for You: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/60acajddWy8eNcAX2GOzl6?si=d78f867f3d2244cd  May 17 Music Connection Therapy workshop on Zoom: https://mct.hestaprynn.com/may17 Find the show: https://hestaprynn.substack.com/https://www.instagram.com/hestaprynnmusicmusicistherapypod@gmail.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    24 min

  5. May 8

    Creativity Is the Most Underrated Form of Therapy (with Halim Flowers)

    Halim Flowers spent 22 years incarcerated - including two years in solitary confinement as a teenager - and emerged as a thriving painter, writer and creator. But this conversation isn't about prison - it’s about the emotional prisons people live in every day: shame, fear, trauma, self-hatred, heartbreak, the stories we get trapped inside and can’t seem to escape. How music, art, imagination, and self-expression can help all people process emotion, reconnect to themselves, and feel free again.  May Playlist – Songs that Hold the Feeling For You https://open.spotify.com/playlist/60acajddWy8eNcAX2GOzl6?si=f0de1b25bc2145f1 **And if you want something more specific, email me, tell me what you’re dealing with, and I’ll send you a song Free Music Connection Therapy Workshop: https://mct.hestaprynn.com/may17Zoom • Sunday May 17 • 1PM Eastern Connect with Halim Flowers: Website · Instagram · Artonomics · Tik Tok email: Boodie@connectup.media Find the show:Substack · Instagram · musicistherapypod@gmail.com Send this to someone who needs permission to feel something. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    53 min

  6. May 1

    This Is Why You Cry in the Car (with Vienna Pharaon)

    Vienna Pharaon is a licensed marriage and family therapist, author of The Origins of You, and one of the most followed therapists on Instagram. She also played violin at Whitney Houston's wedding! If you've ever wondered why you keep choosing the same relationships, reacting the same way, or feeling stuck no matter how much work you've done, this episode is the answer. May is Mental Health Awareness month, and all month we’ll focus on helping you understand why you feel what you feel, and what to do about it. TRY THIS: Think about a pattern in your life you're tired of repeating. Now ask yourself – what is that pattern trying to protect you from? That's where your origin wound lives. Take Vienna's quiz at theoriginsofyou.com to find out which one is yours. 🎵 May Playlist - Songs That Hold the Feeling For You https://open.spotify.com/playlist/60acajddWy8eNcAX2GOzl6?si=4287c83a40a54ead **And if you want something more specific, email me, tell me what you’re dealing with, and I’ll send you a song Free workshop Sun May 17:  https://mct.hestaprynn.com/may17 📖 The Origins of You by Vienna Pharaon · Vienna on Instagram What's Your Origin Wound FREE quiz: https://1wsm6geg69z.typeform.com/to/d981R7Cl?typeform-source=viennapharaon.com www.newyorkcouplescounseling.com https://courses.viennapharaon.com/the-origin-healing-method Find the show: Substack · Instagram · musicistherapypod@gmail.com Send this to the person who always says they're fine. You know exactly who. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    56 min

  7. Apr 24

    How to Find Your People (with Heidi Hartwig)

    Heidi Hartwig has been building community her whole life. As the creator of Friends from New York, she shares why nightlife isn't a luxury  - it's medicine. In a world where AI is doing more and screens are replacing everything, this conversation is about why getting into a room with strangers - no phones, just music and people - might be the most important thing you can do for yourself right now. This is my April theme: community, and what it actually takes to find your people when the whole world is on a screen. TRY THIS: Find one song, one artist, one scene that makes you feel like yourself. It doesn't have to be a party. It can be a movie club, a backgammon night, a tiny show. Just go.  April Playlist – Songs That Make Everyone Best Friends for Three Minutes  Friends from New York Find the show: Substack · Instagram · musicistherapypod@gmail.com Send this to the friend who always knows the right song for the moment. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    44 min

  8. Apr 17

    Nobody Tells You This S*it About Success (with Shervin Lainez)

    Shervin Lainez has photographed the biggest musicians alive (Adele, St. Vincent, David Byrne) and he did it by walking up to artists in New York alleys with no portfolio and a lot of nerve. I met him when he was 22 and shooting indie bands for free, he took life-changing photos of me at the Chelsea Hotel, and watching him become the guy everyone wants to shoot them has been one of my favorite things to witness. Community is my April theme: who passed you around when you were nobody, and why that network of people who believed in you before you had proof is the thing you keep trying to find your way back to. TRY THIS: Think about the first time someone paid you to do the thing you love. Remember how insane that felt. That feeling isn't gone, it's your baseline. Everything you're building now is trying to honor it, not recreate it. April Playlist – Songs That Make Everyone Best Friends for Three Minutes   Shervin Lainez on Instagram Free workshop Apr 18: mct.hestaprynn.com/april18  Find the show: Substack · Instagram  · musicistherapypod@gmail.comSend this to whoever's in the grind with you right now. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    47 min
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A Jay-Z song changed my net worth. What if the song you can’t stop playing isn’t random? What if it’s pointing to something you want - or someone you’re becoming? DJ Hesta Prynn’s Music Is Therapy is a podcast about identity - and how music shapes the way we see ourselves, make decisions, and move through the world. Hosted by Hesta Prynn, an NYC-based DJ and licensed therapist, each month focuses on one area of life - money, love, self-worth, relationships, career - using music not as entertainment, but as a tool. Through personal storytelling, conversations with experts, and Hesta’s Music Connection Therapy method, the show explores how the songs you love can help you shift how you show up in your life. This is not just a podcast.  It's unconventional therapy for your entire life.  Music is Therapy - your session starts now.

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