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.