In the span of three weeks, Anitha Aswath had to confront many losses and go through much grief. An aunt. A friend. A friend's furry baby. As she grappled with uncertainty and impermanence, she turned to the healing power of the emotionally transformative world of Raag Bihag.
In this episode, Anitha emerges as a compassionate guide as she makes music into a transformative experience. She invites listeners to embrace the full spectrum of human feeling through the mesmerizing notes of Raag Bihag.
The episode's most powerful moment comes when Anitha articulates a powerful truth: we can be "messy, dysregulated and struggling" while simultaneously nurturing our "warmth, light and infinite capacity for joy."
Join in and begin your own healing journey here.
Highlights of the episode
- A deep dive into Raag Bihag, an evening raga renowned for its mood-elevating properties.
- Reinforcing the coexistence of multiple emotions, challenging the notion that we must choose between pain and joy.
- Reference to a 2015 study highlighting the therapeutic potential of Raag Bihag in managing emotional distress.
- How Raag Bihag has influenced international musicians and contemporary musical landscapes.
- Fascinating stories about legendary musicians like Ustad Bismillah Khan and the rich tradition of Hindustani classical music.
Anitha's bio
Anitha Aswath is an Executive Coaching Leader and DEI consultant with 26 years of rich experience. She has trained over 4000 leaders and professionals and has more than 700 hours of coaching hours to her credit.
Anitha's other pursuits include blogging, photography, travelling and of course, music. "Perseverance is a virtue: an invaluable lesson music taught me," she says. She is a voice over artist and trained singer. She is an eternal student of Indian Classical music.
Connect with Anitha
QOTD
Does music help you heal? Write in and tell us - podcast@myndstories.com
Resources
The effect of Raag Bihag on sleep
Karedaru Kelade - Sanadi Appanna
Brooklyn Raga Massive
Credits
- Anitha Aswath, host and episode planner.
- Ravi Kumar, sound designer and editor.
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*Disclaimer - The content in this podcast is only for educational purposes. It cannot be considered as individual therapy advice or counseling and is not to be taken as medical or mental health advice.
