Sunday School of Music

Never Miss A Sunday Show

"Never miss a Sunday show." It's a mantra on the jam band scene, a nod to the often-missed magic that happens when the weekend crowds thin. This page, the Sunday School of Music, is my version of that special performance. Here, I'll introduce you to songs and artists that resonate with me, and more importantly, explore the insightful lessons about mental health and wellbeing hidden within their lyrics. Consider this your invitation to stay for the Sunday set – you won't want to miss it.

Bon Jovi, the band, with long hair pose on a metal staircase, wearing rock band attire. One wears a shirt with "CCCP". Background is bright and colorful.

Can't Buy Back Yesterday: Finding Mindfulness & Letting Go in Bon Jovi's "I'll Be There For You"

Welcome back to the space where we unravel the threads between the music that moves us and the mental wellness journeys we navigate. Today, we take another look at a power ballad that, on the surface, might seem all about holding on, but I want to explore how it can surprisingly guide us toward the crucial practices of mindfulness, being present, and the art of letting go. The song on our minds (and in our ears) this week is Bon Jovi's epic 1989 hit, "I'll Be There For You."

May 12

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Dirty Hands, Open Heart: What Bon Jovi's "I'll Be There For You" Teaches Us About Showing Up

Here on the blog, we love exploring how lyrics can resonate with our inner worlds, acting as mirrors or even guides. This week, we're throwing it back to the late 80s, turning up the volume on a classic power ballad: Bon Jovi's "I'll Be There For You." This tune was the soundtrack to my joys, the comfort in my sorrows, and sometimes, the unexpected voice that helped me understand my own feelings a little better. Let's explore it together.

May 11

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Holding a Candle in the Rain: A Mental Health Reflection on "November Rain"

Okay, grab a warm drink, maybe put on some headphones, and let’s dive into a song that’s as epic and emotionally layered as life itself. I’m talking about Guns N’ Roses’ masterpiece, “November Rain.” I know what some of you might be thinking – GNR? Hard rock? What does that have to do with mental wellness? Stick with me here, because I truly believe music speaks to us in ways we don’t always expect, and sometimes the most profound insights come wrapped in distortion and soari

May 4

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