Listening with open ears

Journal/Book: Journal of Music and Imagery. 1997; 5: 25-35.

Abstract: Positing that Western culture is living with "blocked ears", this paper stresses the importance of listening to music with "open ears", and suggests a therapeutic approach to this means. Using GIM, the author focuses on opening "blocked ears", in order to facilitate the emergence of a genuine inner "I". The inter-relationship between the ear and the I fosters a deep integration with the "affective heart" that can transcend maladaptive modes of relating to self and others and promote an authenticity which is personally empowering.

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