Here is a truth you haven’t realised yet: Your morning playlist isn’t just entertainment. It’s emotional preparation you’re probably wasting. Read what I mean by that...
Hi, I’m Birgit — music mindfulness guide, creator, quiet soul.
This is a space for soul-searchers and deep feelers who know music holds magic — not just to move us, but to gently guide us home.
Living on the B Side began as a podcast, sharing stories about music’s impact on our lives. That’s still part of this journey. But now? It’s becoming something deeper:
A kind of lighthouse — with journal prompts, playlists, emotional wellness tools, and reflections on music and meaning.
Come as you are. Stay as long as you need.
Let’s uncover what music might be whispering to you.
Birgit
I think music in itself is healing.
It’s an explosive expression of humanity.
It’s something we are all touched by.
No matter what culture we’re from, everyone loves music.
Billy Joel
Here is a truth you haven’t realised yet: Your morning playlist isn’t just entertainment. It’s emotional preparation you’re probably wasting. Read what I mean by that...
What if meditation doesn’t have to be still and silent? In this reflection post, I share how music helped me find calm when traditional meditation felt out of reach. A soft reminder that presence can come through sound, not force.
What if a single poem could ripple out into global harmony? This episode traces the quiet beginnings of Jazz for Peace and the story of Rick DellaRatta—reminding us how even small notes, when shared with heart, can lead to big change.
Inspired by Tablo and RM’s raw and poetic collaboration, this is a reflection on what it means to walk through life on the B Side—carrying the pain, but still believing in love, in music, and in getting back up.
Discover how music supports joyful aging, improves memory, and builds connection in seniors—featuring insights from Music for Seniors founder Sarah Martin McConnell
In a recent podcast interview with Ericka Verba, historian, musician, and author of Gracias a la Vida: The Biography of Violeta Parra, we explored how Violeta’s music still resonates today, not just for its melodies but for its ability to hold life’s joys and struggles in the same breath.
Wouldn’t you agree that the world is so full of ways to tell us we need to conform and not stand out?! This is where Peta-Ann Wood is different, she is a true Elegant Rebel – someone who challenges societal exp. In this post, I want to explore how she harnesses elements such as music, colour and frequency and how you can apply them in your own life, too.
It is no secret that Music can be a lifeline for so many people around the world; it has this amazing ability to reach us deep down where our emotions are hiding, offering strength and comfort, maybe even a new perspective when we feel lost and need it the most.
I bet you had many dreams, because as children, dreaming big comes naturally. Yet, as life goes on and we grow up, we start to lose this ability to dream and imagine what we want to do with our lives, mainly because we are encouraged to choose practicality over passion.
My recent podcast guest Martin Mayer, pianist and composer, has toured the world and captivated audiences with his compositions, but it is the personal stories from his fans that truly highlight the massive impact his artistry makes around the world.
Music and mental health is a topic that comes up regularly in my podcast, and during my conversation with singer-songwriter Melissa James, she shared the moving story behind her “Live Again” project, which uses the power of music to raise awareness around mental health.
What will your 2024 musical review look like? Take some time and allow yourself to dive into this musical reflection and know that you can step into 2025 with growth, clarity, and, last but not least, a personal soundtrack for that particular year you can look back on with gratitude.
In this episode, Julie from Canadian choir Luminous Voices shares how collaborating with First Nations composers has shifted the way they make music — from learning Cree songs by heart to singing outdoors on the land. A conversation about cultural respect, quiet reconciliation, and the power of music to connect us in ways words never could.
What happens when therapeutic touch meets the healing power of sound? In this soul-stirring episode, massage therapist, dancer, and holistic coach Blanca joins me to explore how music transforms not only human sessions—but canine ones too! From silence as medicine to playlists that spark joy, this conversation is full of heart, healing, and rhythm.
Jay Davids is no stranger to heartbreak. From loss and divorce to deep depression and identity shifts, his story is one of real pain—and real restoration. In our conversation, he shares how music, faith, and community helped him rebuild a life rooted in purpose.
Birgit speaks with Joanne and Justin of Silvermouse — a duo blending psychedelic rock, improvisation, and brainwave entrainment to create immersive sound journeys.
What happens when one rooftop poem leads to a global peace movement? In this episode of Living on the B Side, I’m joined by jazz pianist and activist Rick DellaRatta to explore the powerful story behind Jazz for Peace—a musical initiative sparked by the events of 9/11.
In this episode, I sit down with Sarah Martin McConnell, founder of Music for Seniors, a non-profit dedicated to bringing live music experiences to older adults
