7. Sonic Recovery with Tim Ringgold The Not So Perfect Plan

What if your favorite song was actually healing you?
According to science, it probably is. 
In today's podcast, Kim Vargas interviews the Owner of Sonic Divinity Music Therapy Services and the author of Sonic Recovery. Tim Ringgold.
After experiencing multiple tragedies and personal traumas, he turned to drugs and alcohol to find comfort. After reaching a point where substance abuse couldn't mask the pain, he discovered music therapy.
Now he is on a mission is to empower people to reach for music when they are facing stress in work or life, rather than harmful substances or digital distractions.
 
LINKS:
Read the full blog: thenotsoperfectplan.com timringgold.com
Access the free gift Relaxation Vacation at sonicrecovery.com
Tim’s Book: Sonic Recovery
 
 
Quick Episode Summary:
0:02 What to expect today 1:18 Tim’s plan 3:30 When Tim thought the world was ending 8:32 Growth mindset vs. Fixed midset 13:57 Resilience is a muscle 16:02 How Tim first responded to adversity 21:51 How Tim handled losing five close friends 23:42 Music is more than entertainment 28:13 The process of recovery 33:48 The three levels of influences you need for change 35:35 Where to start when overcoming addiction 40:51 How to get someone to want more 51:05 What happens in the brain when listening to music 54:24 When Tim gets his best ideas 57:07 How Tim is using music to serve others 1:06:50 Create a power playlist 1:10:49 Final advice from Tim