The Pillars of Traditional Healing

The Pillars of Traditional Healing are:
1) Connection to clan and the natural world
2) Regulating rhythm through dance, drumming, and song
3) A set of beliefs, values, and stories that brought meaning to even senseless, random trauma
4) On occasion, natural hallucinogens or other plant-derived substances used to facilitate healing with the guidance of a healer or elder

In this excellent book published in 2021, Dr. Perry says that today’s medical model  over focuses on psychopharmacology (4) and cognitive behavioral approaches (3) while greatly undervaluing the power of connectedness (1) and rhythm (2).

Which is where Singing Circle comes in!
Community Singing is one way to reclaim the 1st and 2nd pillars of traditional healing.

Needless to say, I wasn’t surprised when I read this information on page 200 of this book, but I was encouraged to continue offering this opportunity to the Chattanooga and Knoxville communities.  We need each other, and the science is over and over again providing the research that supports how much better we are when we are connected in healthy and healing ways.

So, if you’re looking to connect to others AND rhythm as you heal from trauma and expand your resilience, I encourage you to try singing with us!  It’s an intentional, safe, and welcoming environment where you can try something new, dive deeper into community, and practice building your capacity to tolerate discomfort and be witnessed in your process of growth.
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Hope to sing with you soon!