Can a song do more than lift your mood?

Music therapy is increasingly being used alongside medical care to help people living with cancer manage pain, anxiety, nausea, sleep problems and difficult emotions.

Michelle Martin speaks with Germaine Yong, Music Therapist at 365 Cancer Prevention Society, about what happens in the brain and body when we hear music, what actually takes place in a music therapy session, and why music can sometimes reach us when words cannot.

They also explore how music may support caregivers and simple ways families can use it to create comfort and connection at home.

Can a song do more than lift your mood?
Music therapy is increasingly being used alongside medical care to help people living with cancer manage pain, anxiety, nausea, sleep problems and difficult emotions.
Michelle Martin speaks with Germaine Yong, Music Therapist at 365 Cancer Prevention Society, about what happens in the brain and body when we hear music, what actually takes place in a music therapy session, and why music can sometimes reach us when words cannot.
They also explore how music may support caregivers and simple ways families can use it to create comfort and connection at home.

Start your day on a positive note with Live Well with Michelle Martin.

Start your day on a positive note with Live Well with Michelle Martin.

The show explores wellbeing in all its dimensions — from self-awareness and personal growth to money, investing, and everyday lifestyle. Through thoughtful interviews and engaging conversations, Michelle speaks with experts and changemakers on living and ageing well, while helping you discover new ideas — from great books on READ and inspiring voices on INFLUENCE, to practical financial insights on MONEY AND ME.

In a fast-moving world that can often feel overwhelming, Live Well offers a refreshing counterpoint — with insights, ideas and stories that help you feel informed, empowered and ready to take on the day.

Start your day on a positive note with Live Well with Michelle Martin.
The show explores wellbeing in all its dimensions &mdash; from self-awareness and personal growth to money, investing, and everyday lifestyle. Through thoughtful interviews and engaging conversations, Michelle speaks with experts and changemakers on living and ageing well, while helping you discover new ideas &mdash; from great books on READ and inspiring voices on INFLUENCE, to practical financial insights on MONEY AND ME.
In a fast-moving world that can often feel overwhelming, Live Well offers a refreshing counterpoint &mdash; with insights, ideas and stories that help you feel informed, empowered and ready to take on the day.