{"id":5930,"date":"2021-10-27T12:19:57","date_gmt":"2021-10-27T04:19:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/scc.sg\/e\/?p=5930"},"modified":"2021-10-27T12:20:01","modified_gmt":"2021-10-27T04:20:01","slug":"self-therapy-at-home-talk-art-music-therapy","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/scc.sg\/e\/self-therapy-at-home-talk-art-music-therapy\/","title":{"rendered":"Self-therapy at Home \u2014 Talk, Art &#038; Music Therapy"},"content":{"rendered":"<section class=\"av_textblock_section \"  itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/BlogPosting\" itemprop=\"blogPost\" ><div class='avia_textblock  '   itemprop=\"text\" ><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This COVID-19 season, many of us have been dealing with different stressors at work, school, home, or even in our relationships. With our 24 hours spread across various responsibilities, finding time to take care of our mental wellbeing might seem almost impossible, and before we know it, many of us might have found ourselves feeling exhausted or burnt out.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/section>\n<div  style='height:1px; margin-top:-3px'  class='hr hr-invisible   avia-builder-el-1  el_after_av_textblock  el_before_av_one_half '><span class='hr-inner ' ><span class='hr-inner-style'><\/span><\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"flex_column av_one_half  flex_column_div av-zero-column-padding first  avia-builder-el-2  el_after_av_hr  el_before_av_one_half  \" style='border-radius:0px; '><div  class='avia-image-container  av-styling-    avia-align-center '  itemprop=\"image\" itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/ImageObject\"  ><div class='avia-image-container-inner'><div class='avia-image-overlay-wrap'><img class='avia_image' src='https:\/\/scc.sg\/e\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Adapting-Principles-of-Therapy-Burnout-1030x688.jpeg' alt='' title='Adapting Principles of Therapy - Burnout' height=\"688\" width=\"1030\"  itemprop=\"thumbnailUrl\"  \/><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"flex_column av_one_half  flex_column_div av-zero-column-padding   \" style='border-radius:0px; '><section class=\"av_textblock_section \"  itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/BlogPosting\" itemprop=\"blogPost\" ><div class='avia_textblock  '   itemprop=\"text\" ><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">So how can we keep well in times like these, where struggles and challenges seem to come wave after wave?\u00a0 One of the options that come to mind is often talk therapy \u2014 where we process life events with a trained professional. However, here\u2019s another angle for us to consider \u2014 that therapy is not exclusive to \u201ctalk therapy\u201d or the visiting of a mental health professional. There are various forms of therapy, and core principles of these modalities can be helpful to our mental well-being if we incorporate them into our daily lives as forms of self-therapy. Read on to find out how!<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/section><\/div><div  style='padding-bottom:10px; ' class='av-special-heading av-special-heading-h2    '><h2 class='av-special-heading-tag '  itemprop=\"headline\"  >Talk Therapy<\/h2><div class='special-heading-border'><div class='special-heading-inner-border' ><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/p>\n<section class=\"av_textblock_section \"  itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/BlogPosting\" itemprop=\"blogPost\" ><div class='avia_textblock  '   itemprop=\"text\" ><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Talk therapy involves speaking with a trained professional about your thoughts, feelings and behaviour. By facilitating an understanding of your internal state, talk therapy aims to improve your overall wellbeing by:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Identifying unhelpful thoughts, negative feelings and unhealthy behaviours<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Understanding what led to these thought patterns<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Evaluating current coping mechanisms and their impacts on life outcomes\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Consider replacing current thoughts and behaviours with something more helpful<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/section>\n<div  style='padding-bottom:10px; ' class='av-special-heading av-special-heading-h3    '><h3 class='av-special-heading-tag '  itemprop=\"headline\"  >Adapting Principles of Talk Therapy into our Self-care Routine<\/h3><div class='special-heading-border'><div class='special-heading-inner-border' ><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<div class=\"flex_column av_one_third  flex_column_div av-zero-column-padding first  \" style='border-radius:0px; '><p><div  style='height:20px' class='hr hr-invisible   avia-builder-el-3  el_before_av_image  avia-builder-el-first '><span class='hr-inner ' ><span class='hr-inner-style'><\/span><\/span><\/div><br \/>\n<div  class='avia-image-container  av-styling-    avia-builder-el-4  el_after_av_hr  avia-builder-el-last  avia-align-center '  itemprop=\"image\" itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/ImageObject\"  ><div class='avia-image-container-inner'><div class='avia-image-overlay-wrap'><img class='avia_image' src='https:\/\/scc.sg\/e\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Self-care-Talk-therapy-200x300.jpeg' alt='' title='Self-care - Talk therapy' height=\"300\" width=\"200\"  itemprop=\"thumbnailUrl\"  \/><\/div><\/div><\/div><br \/>\n<div  style='height:20px' class='hr hr-invisible  '><span class='hr-inner ' ><span class='hr-inner-style'><\/span><\/span><\/div><\/p><\/div><div class=\"flex_column av_two_third  flex_column_div av-zero-column-padding   \" style='border-radius:0px; '><section class=\"av_textblock_section \"  itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/BlogPosting\" itemprop=\"blogPost\" ><div class='avia_textblock  '   itemprop=\"text\" ><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These principles can be adapted and applied to our interactions with people in our daily lives. For instance, if you had to deal with a difficult colleague at work, our first instinct is often to simmer in anger or react impulsively. However, learning to slow down and giving yourself time to process your emotions can help you to cope with them better in the future. Some questions you can ask yourself while you calm down are:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What was the trigger that caused these emotions?\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What are some instinctive responses I\u2019m tempted to do?<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Are there consequences in me behaving in a certain way? If yes, what are they?\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What should I do next? How can I break down the next steps into small steps to <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">help myself do what I should be doing?\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/section><\/div><section class=\"av_textblock_section \"  itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/BlogPosting\" itemprop=\"blogPost\" ><div class='avia_textblock  '   itemprop=\"text\" ><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you experience trouble working out your thoughts in your mind, consider <a href=\"https:\/\/scc.sg\/e\/practice-mindfulness\/\">journaling<\/a> down your thoughts. Writing has been proven to improve understanding of yourself, others and the world around you (Purcell, 2006). You could also talk things out with a trusted friend or family member.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">That said, there are also many who struggle with putting their thoughts and emotions into words. Are there alternative methods?\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Indeed, there are many <em>alternative<\/em> methods drawn from other forms of therapy that you can incorporate into your self-care routine. <\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/section><\/p>\n<div  style='padding-bottom:10px; ' class='av-special-heading av-special-heading-h2    '><h2 class='av-special-heading-tag '  itemprop=\"headline\"  >Art Therapy<\/h2><div class='special-heading-border'><div class='special-heading-inner-border' ><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<section class=\"av_textblock_section \"  itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/BlogPosting\" itemprop=\"blogPost\" ><div class='avia_textblock  '   itemprop=\"text\" ><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Art therapy involves creating artworks using various mediums like drawing, painting, craft and sculpture. The session is guided by a certified art therapist, who is trained in helping clients understand and process their thoughts and feelings by:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">uncovering hidden trauma\/revealing our internal states.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">helping us resolve deeper issues through understanding our art.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/section>\n<div  style='padding-bottom:10px; ' class='av-special-heading av-special-heading-h3    '><h3 class='av-special-heading-tag '  itemprop=\"headline\"  >Adapting Principles of Art Therapy into our Self-care Routine<\/h3><div class='special-heading-border'><div class='special-heading-inner-border' ><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<section class=\"av_textblock_section \"  itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/BlogPosting\" itemprop=\"blogPost\" ><div class='avia_textblock  '   itemprop=\"text\" ><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Art can be a medium in which you express yourself without words. When we find it difficult to verbalise the intensity of our emotions, the limitless form of art can perhaps better represent what you feel and express. We should note that this form of expression does not have to be limited to negative emotions. For instance, art can also be used to express your gratitude towards someone when you do not know how to put it in words. Consider creating an artwork for them \u2014 think about what you want to convey and what medium would best suit the theme. <\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/section>\n<div  style='height:1px; margin-top:-10px'  class='hr hr-invisible  '><span class='hr-inner ' ><span class='hr-inner-style'><\/span><\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"flex_column av_one_third  flex_column_div av-zero-column-padding first  \" style='border-radius:0px; '><p><div  style='height:20px' class='hr hr-invisible  '><span class='hr-inner ' ><span class='hr-inner-style'><\/span><\/span><\/div><br \/>\n<div  class='avia-image-container  av-styling-    avia-align-center '  itemprop=\"image\" itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/ImageObject\"  ><div class='avia-image-container-inner'><div class='avia-image-overlay-wrap'><img class='avia_image' src='https:\/\/scc.sg\/e\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Self-care-Art-therapy-225x300.jpeg' alt='' title='Self-care - Art therapy' height=\"300\" width=\"225\"  itemprop=\"thumbnailUrl\"  \/><\/div><\/div><\/div><br \/>\n<div  style='height:20px' class='hr hr-invisible  '><span class='hr-inner ' ><span class='hr-inner-style'><\/span><\/span><\/div><\/p><\/div><div class=\"flex_column av_two_third  flex_column_div av-zero-column-padding   \" style='border-radius:0px; '><section class=\"av_textblock_section \"  itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/BlogPosting\" itemprop=\"blogPost\" ><div class='avia_textblock  '   itemprop=\"text\" ><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">After the creation process, <em>reflect<\/em> on why you might have chosen that particular colour or medium. This helps you achieve some level of self-understanding of your inner state, and gives you the space to acknowledge even more difficult emotions and thoughts.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How did you feel while creating the artwork?\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Which part of your art piece do you identify with the most, and why?\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Does any element of the art piece represent something you are feeling or thinking about?<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/section><\/div><section class=\"av_textblock_section \"  itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/BlogPosting\" itemprop=\"blogPost\" ><div class='avia_textblock  '   itemprop=\"text\" ><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In and of itself,\u00a0 the process of creating art has been shown by research to be beneficial in relieving stress as we find creative forms of expression and release in ways that are not limited to words. In addition, the process of reflection helps you work through and better understand the emotions and thoughts that you have.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The benefits of creating art can be enjoyed with our families, friends and loved ones as well. Creating art together and sharing your reflections with those you care about can help you further understand and work out your thoughts. This allows us to forge deeper bonds and connections, a key factor in boosting our sense of wellbeing.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/section><\/p>\n<div  style='padding-bottom:10px; ' class='av-special-heading av-special-heading-h2    '><h2 class='av-special-heading-tag '  itemprop=\"headline\"  >Music Therapy<\/h2><div class='special-heading-border'><div class='special-heading-inner-border' ><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<section class=\"av_textblock_section \"  itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/BlogPosting\" itemprop=\"blogPost\" ><div class='avia_textblock  '   itemprop=\"text\" ><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Music therapy is another modality through which individuals process emotions and express themselves. It has been proven that engaging with music:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">improves moods through the release of endorphins<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">alleviates stress by inducing feelings of calm<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/section>\n<div  style='padding-bottom:10px; ' class='av-special-heading av-special-heading-h3    '><h3 class='av-special-heading-tag '  itemprop=\"headline\"  >Adapting Principles of Music Therapy into our Self-care Routine<\/h3><div class='special-heading-border'><div class='special-heading-inner-border' ><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<section class=\"av_textblock_section \"  itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/BlogPosting\" itemprop=\"blogPost\" ><div class='avia_textblock  '   itemprop=\"text\" ><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sometimes, we find ourselves exhausted after a long day \u2014 maybe you met someone rude, or a train delay caused you to be late for an appointment and nothing seems to be going your way today. Yet, you\u2019re unsure of how and where you can release your stress and emotions. In times like this, listening to songs that are relatable to your current experiences can make you feel better. Music helps to relieve some of the grievances we may have as the lyrics give us the words to vocalise our emotions. Furthermore, identifying with key sentiments and similar experiences in the songs makes us feel less alone.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/section>\n<div  style='height:1px; margin-top:-10px'  class='hr hr-invisible  '><span class='hr-inner ' ><span class='hr-inner-style'><\/span><\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"flex_column av_one_third  flex_column_div av-zero-column-padding first  \" style='border-radius:0px; '><p><div  style='height:20px' class='hr hr-invisible  '><span class='hr-inner ' ><span class='hr-inner-style'><\/span><\/span><\/div><br \/>\n<div  class='avia-image-container  av-styling-    avia-align-center '  itemprop=\"image\" itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/ImageObject\"  ><div class='avia-image-container-inner'><div class='avia-image-overlay-wrap'><img class='avia_image' src='https:\/\/scc.sg\/e\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Self-therapy-Music-200x300.jpeg' alt='' title='Self therapy - Music' height=\"300\" width=\"200\"  itemprop=\"thumbnailUrl\"  \/><\/div><\/div><\/div><br \/>\n<div  style='height:20px' class='hr hr-invisible  '><span class='hr-inner ' ><span class='hr-inner-style'><\/span><\/span><\/div><\/p><\/div><div class=\"flex_column av_two_third  flex_column_div av-zero-column-padding   \" style='border-radius:0px; '><section class=\"av_textblock_section \"  itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/BlogPosting\" itemprop=\"blogPost\" ><div class='avia_textblock  '   itemprop=\"text\" ><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Nevertheless, it is important to note that we do not always have to listen to music that aligns with our emotions; at some point, it might even cause us to stay in a negative state. When we sense our negativity building or remaining after some time, it would perhaps be more helpful to listen to music in line with emotional states we\u2019d like to achieve, such as peace, calm, or contentment. The lyrics of these songs can serve to uplift our spirits and remind us of more positive thoughts that might reframe our perspectives.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This applies to when we sing or play instruments as well!\u00a0 When singing or playing an instrument, we might be inclined to use loud, dissonant chords when we are angry. However, research has shown that slower, soothing tunes<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> might be more effective in helping to regulate your emotions and bring you back to a neutral state (Wong, 2021).<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/section><\/div><div  style='padding-bottom:10px; ' class='av-special-heading av-special-heading-h2    '><h2 class='av-special-heading-tag '  itemprop=\"headline\"  >Find Out What Works Best<\/h2><div class='special-heading-border'><div class='special-heading-inner-border' ><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/p>\n<div class=\"flex_column av_two_third  flex_column_div av-zero-column-padding first  \" style='border-radius:0px; '><p><section class=\"av_textblock_section \"  itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/BlogPosting\" itemprop=\"blogPost\" ><div class='avia_textblock  '   itemprop=\"text\" ><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These are some techniques you can incorporate into your daily lives to improve your overall mental well-being. Having a healthy outlet of expression helps us make sense of our thoughts and feelings. As the techniques might not be for everyone, it is important to find what works for you!\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Do note that this does not replace our need for therapy. There are many times where we have trouble unpacking more complex and long-standing beliefs. As such, seeking professional help from a trained counsellor is still worthwhile. You do not have to sort everything out on your own!\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/section><br \/>\n<section class=\"av_textblock_section \"  itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/BlogPosting\" itemprop=\"blogPost\" ><div class='avia_textblock  '   itemprop=\"text\" ><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201c<\/span><em>What&#8217;s important is finding out what works for you.<\/em><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201d \u2014 Thomas Moore<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/section><\/p><\/div><div class=\"flex_column av_one_third  flex_column_div av-zero-column-padding   \" style='border-radius:0px; '><div  class='avia-image-container  av-styling-    avia-align-center '  itemprop=\"image\" itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/ImageObject\"  ><div class='avia-image-container-inner'><div class='avia-image-overlay-wrap'><img class='avia_image' src='https:\/\/scc.sg\/e\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Self-care-find-what-works-201x300.jpeg' alt='' title='Self care - find what works' height=\"300\" width=\"201\"  itemprop=\"thumbnailUrl\"  \/><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div   class='hr hr-default  '><span class='hr-inner ' ><span class='hr-inner-style'><\/span><\/span><\/div><\/p>\n<section class=\"av_textblock_section \"  itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/BlogPosting\" itemprop=\"blogPost\" ><div class='avia_textblock  '   itemprop=\"text\" ><p><b>References:<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u200b\u200bWong, C. (n.d.). <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What to know about music therapy<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Verywell Mind. Retrieved October 21, 2021, from <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.verywellmind.com\/benefits-of-music-therapy-89829\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">https:\/\/www.verywellmind.com\/benefits-of-music-therapy-89829<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Odendaal, J. S. ., &amp; Meintjes, R. . (2003). Neurophysiological Correlates of Affiliative Behaviour between Humans and Dogs. The Veterinary Journal, 165(3), 296\u2013301. <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/doi.org\/10.1016\/s1090-0233(02)00237-x\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">https:\/\/doi.org\/10.1016\/s1090-0233(02)00237-x<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Purcell, M. (2006). The Health Benefits of Journaling. <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Psych Central<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Retrieved from <\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/psychcentral.com\/lib\/the-health-benefits-of-journaling\/000721\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">http:\/\/psychcentral.com\/lib\/the-health-benefits-of-journaling\/000721<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/section>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Many of us have been dealing with different stressors at work, school, home, or even in our relationships. How can we keep well in times like these? 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