Most Traumatic Events In My Life

Living in a world surrounded by noises and sounds, one cannot deny that music lives all around them. Schools, street corners, sporting events, there is one thing you will always find: music. Music education is quickly becoming defunct in schools, as many try to decry its many benefits. A growing emphasis on the concrete subjects of math and science, whose benefits are more immediate, are pushing the creativity and imagination of music classes to the back of the budget. Music education is no longer described as stimulating and exciting, but rather unnecessary and distracting. But the benefits of having an education in music is undeniable. Simply being around music can have a positive impact on life. Music enables the human race to discover emotions that they have never uncovered before. The human mind is refreshed by music; “our imagination and memories are stimulated by the sounds, and summon feelings and memories associated with the musical sound” (Wingell 15). Without music, the world would be silent. Lifeless. No matter what language one speaks or what culture one is from, music is a universal language, connecting the hearts of people around the entire world. In schools throughout the nation, that connection is being severed because of budget cuts and lack of funding, but the benefits of music education are clear. The benefits of having an education in music are not only present in the classroom; a lasting impact is also left on the social and emotional growth of a person, though the gains may not be evinced immediately. Participating in musical education programs in schools can give students the opportunity to form lasting friendships and to gain skills that will last them their entire lives. Music education can be beneficial to students because it enhances students’ performance in the classroom, aids in improving student’s interest and engagement in school, and advances students’ social and emotional growth.

Throughout my life, I have been taken by music. However, it was not until my 8th grade year in middle school that I realized that I could be a musician for the rest of my life. Before that, music just seemed like something to keep me out of trouble. I wasn’t the best player at that time, and I still knew very little about it all. How could something like that ever support someone? Still, it was the only talent that I could find any success in, and it was still very enjoyable, so I wanted to still give it a shot.

In the first grade, I picked up a clarinet. It was my sister’s, collecting dust while waiting for me to play it. From the moment I produced my first sound, an ear-piercing squeal that frightened my dog, the path of my life took a turn for the better. I began teaching myself for the following three years, along with learning from my sister how to properly play the beautiful instrument. The music pushed me out of my comfort zone: concerts that forced me onstage, tests that made me play difficult songs, and teachers that pushed me to be an exceptional player. From the shy elementary school student I used to be to the outgoing band member I take joy in being today, music has shaped my everyday life.

When I was a child, I dreamt about being a doctor helping others. I knew at the early age of 7 that I wanted to make a difference in others’ lives. After the death of my mother in 1999, I slowly changed my mind about what I wanted to do with my life. I told myself that I would do whatever it took to help bring justice for families that go through what I went through with the death of my mother. As I was going through college I realized that criminal justice wasn’t for me after working in the field. I sat there one day wondering what I would do next and I realized I have a passion for helping others; and I love babies, so why not use that to my advantage. That is how I ended up here at Southern Careers Institute pursuing a career in the

Music has always been integral in my life. During my childhood, when I was four years old, I pressed my fingers on an oven handle like a piano. Throughout my childhood years I listened to my mom’s old-school mix CD’s, along with the Pandora music app on my old Kindle. In fifth grade, I picked up the piano. My alto saxophone studies began in seventh grade. When high school arrived, I turned my focus to guitar and voice. The more knowledge I absorbed, the more knowledge I craved. My decision to pursue music was also influenced by the inspirations I’ve encountered on my journey so far.

Although my formal journey in music had to be temporarily halted once I started high school, my musical background has allowed me to construct my own identity in the world. I have acquired a sense of admiration for both the elaborate and simplistic elements that exist within the vast depths of our perception. I realize that possessing a commitment to persistent study through a solid foundation is crucial. I realize that in order to pursue my own interests and passions, choosing to think for myself, is equally as vital. I have come to view life as an infinite climb in which I am constantly seeking new heights. Although my niche in this world is evolving constantly, my appetite for learning remains resolute. My desire to test the limits and boundaries of life is fueled, not by the notion of reaching the top, but rather within the journey of overcoming obstacles in my struggle to unlock the mysteries of this world. The need to satisfy this perpetual craving for knowledge inspires me to search for answers—to understand the depths of life and where I stand in the midst of it

Experiencing a trauma may change an individual’s life forever. How one experiences it, when he/she experienced it and the severity of the trauma may decide the best treatment options for an individual. However, many factors contribute to the understanding of trauma. There are many definitions that correlate with trauma; however, for the purpose of this paper, trauma will be defined as “a deeply distressing or disturbing experience” (Oxford dictionary). Enduring trauma can affect an individual. This essay discusses how trauma affects development as well as attachment throughout a child’s life using the texts The Lost Boy and Shame, along with additional readings, focusing specifically on childhood trauma.

Music \ˈmyü-zik\ n: the art of sound in time that expresses ideas and emotions through the elements of rhythm, melody, harmony, and color. Yes, this is what music is, but for me it’s more than just this. In addition to this academic meaning, music is the joy of creating sounds of any sort with the purpose of expression. It’s the interpersonal connections formed by the mutual enjoyment of acoustic craftsmanship. Music has taken a leading role in my life, as much of my activities are music based. One recent event that exemplifies my heightened interest and considerable talent in music is my success in the University of New Hampshire’s Summer Youth Music School (SYMS).

May 10, 2010, at approximately 4:00 P.M. my world ended, and I faced this new world some uncertainty and some confidence.

I lived with my best friend Taylor and her parents for more than 2 years prior to this , Her relatives treated me like family from the moment i met them when i was in 7th grade , from that point on , i always considered all of them my true family , we all did everything together . All i have are great memories from living there and i wouldn't trade them for the world .The way taylors family guided me really worked and helped me grow bigger and bigger every day . The fact that all of that ended in the blink of an eye was tremendously traumatizing and depressing .I walked into the place in which i used to call home and immediately put our 2 pet boxer dogs in the bedroom so i could have space to rush out. The last few minutes i was in my home , i had to grab an 8 gallon black plastic trash bag from under my kitchen sink , and fit as much of my things that i needed to withstand daily necessities . The last room i went into was my room , my bag was filled with clothes/shoes and school supplies , everything else stood in their same spot for 10 months . Before i walked out that room , i looked into my mirror , everything felt over , I

Growing up in a family of four, parental recognition and attention can be a difficult thing to obtain. During my sophomore year in high school, my sister and closest friend became depressed. She acted different and distant, rarely talking to me or my family. This drastic personality change prompted me to investigate, only to be shocked by what I found. One evening, I walked into her room and found something depressingly inimaginable: she was cutting herself. Although the cuts were not deep yet, I sat down with her, and she began to pour her heart out me about her deepest and most negative emotions. I carried her burden for a long time, but, as things began to escalate, I begged her to reach out to our parents. However, she refused to seek the

The music knowledge I achieved directed my career path from music performance to the pursuit of applied gerontology to give back to America’s older population, who guided my childhood development in healthy aging and music.

My whole life, I’ve gravitated towards fine arts. When I was younger, my mom made me take piano lessons. My first love was the piano in our dining room. Music was such a fluid form of expression, and there was always a song to fit what was going on in my life. I had been gifted with the understanding of musical language. Although I loved music, I knew that there was more for me to discover.

The window rolled down. 8 shots were fired from a handgun towards us with nowhere to hide. I shouldn’t be alive right now. August 7, 2017, was the scariest day of my life, the day I was shot at in a drive-by at Martha Lake Skatepark.

Music has always been my large part of my life. As a listener, I am able to empathize with emotion and artistic expressions to further understand and connect my own emotions. However, it wasn’t until I received my first guitar that I uncovered the transcendental, transformative, and magical idiosyncrasies of music. These qualities have been seamlessly spent with endless hours of unrelenting practice mixed with boundless creativity. Music has a way of capturing not only my emotions, but also my imagination. The effort and time I have invested into it has allowed me to create compositions and improvisations that alleviate my anxieties while daily enriching my life.