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Meet Jennifer Davison, opera singer, arts for health professional, social entrepreneur, teacher and mother.
In this episode we explore the transformative potential of the arts and voice in personal and community well-being. Jennifer shares her insights on appreciating beauty, the audacity necessary for change-making, and the role arts play in mental, physical, and spiritual health.
The Importance of Beauty and the Arts
Building on Dostoevsky’s famous line, “beauty will save the earth,” Jennifer shares that the arts serve as a reminder of what matters to us and are pivotal in connecting us emotionally, physically, and cognitively to our humanity and others around us.
The Role of the Voice
The voice, according to Jennifer, is a profound instrument. It is an extension of our breath, the essential source of life energy.
“The voice is the muscle of the soul,”
It is also key to tapping personal health benefits in the most surprising ways. Surprising, because of their simplicity. And you will be just as amazed as host Regina when she heard Jennifer share all about it. Find out how you can use your voice to physically energize, balance, and calm yourself which is a foundational aspect of her work with Arts for Health.
Programmes and Initiatives: Arts for Health and Beyond
Jennifer discusses her programme, “Aufatmen” a singing initiative for individuals suffering from long COVID and other post-viral conditions. The programme teaches participants to use their voices for resonance and inner sound baths, positively affecting their physical health by calming the body and facilitating healing. Through connection with others, even in a virtual setting, participants experience significant social and emotional benefits.
Artistic Audacity and Its Impact
The concept of audacity is woven throughout Jennifer’s narrative. She relates it to artists like Wagner, who defied norms to create monumental works, inspiring others to think and act big in their fields. Jennifer believes that embracing our own audacity allows us to unlock our potential and contribute significantly to the world.
“Let’s all up our game.”
A Call to Action: The Untapped Potential of the Arts
Jennifer passionately argues for the inclusion of the arts in health and well-being policies. She sees an opportunity for a regenerative system, where available artistic resources can be leveraged to improve public health, social cohesion, and personal well-being. This perspective challenges policymakers and funders to recognize the economic and social benefits of supporting arts in health initiatives.Her insights into the interconnectedness of arts, health, and community reveal a pathway where each of us, like critical yeast (Thank you Krista Tippet for inspiring us all with your gorgeous conversations On Being!) , can contribute to a broader societal rise. Whether through breathing exercises, artistic expression, or social interaction, Jennifer’s message is clear: the arts have the power to transform lives, and their potential is just waiting to be tappe...
