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Music therapists' experiences of singing as self-care
Mini-dissertation (MMus (Music Therapy))--University of Pretoria, 2025.
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| spelling | oai:repository.up.ac.za:2263/102705 Music therapists' experiences of singing as self-care Dos Santos, Andeline u19214945@tuks.co.za Jardim, Kayla Madeira UCTD Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) Well being Singing Self-care Professional development Clinical readiness Vocal improvisation Songwriting Music therapy Mini-dissertation (MMus (Music Therapy))--University of Pretoria, 2025. This study explores music therapists' experiences using singing for self-care (SfSC) and its impact on their personal well-being and clinical practice. Through an interpretative phenomenological approach, this study aimed to understand how music therapists engaged with singing as a flexible, adaptable, and accessible self-care practice. Participants (n=5) participated in a four-week program involving journal reflections on self-care, vocal improvisation, self-composed songs, and singing a favourite song. Data were gathered through semi-structured interviews. Key findings indicated that singing for self-care was enjoyable and provided emotional and psychological benefits, such as reduced stress, increased self-awareness, and improved emotional expression. Despite these benefits, participants faced challenges such as time management and mental health obstacles. Individual differences in preferences and engagement were observed, highlighting the need for tailored self-care strategies. Four key themes emerged: accessibility and playful engagement; work-life balance and the practical challenges of self-care; singing as a reflective practice; and the impact of SfSC on clinical readiness and professional presence. This study suggests that SfSC can be a valuable addition to existing self-care practices for professionals in high-stress environments, particularly in healthcare settings. Future research is recommended to explore the long-term effects of SfSC through longitudinal studies and to include a broader range of professionals to better understand the sustainability and adaptability of this practice in diverse settings. Music MMus (Music Therapy) Unrestricted Faculty of Humanities SDG-03: Good health and well-being 2025-06-05T12:55:15Z 2025-06-05T12:55:15Z 2025-09 2025-05 Mini Dissertation * S2025 http://hdl.handle.net/2263/102705 DOI: https://doi.org/10.25403/UPresearchdata.29150237.v1 https://doi.org/10.25403/UPresearchdata.29150237 en © 2024 University of Pretoria. All rights reserved. The copyright in this work vests in the University of Pretoria. No part of this work may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any means, without the prior written permission of the University of Pretoria. application/pdf University of Pretoria |
| spellingShingle | UCTD Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) Well being Singing Self-care Professional development Clinical readiness Vocal improvisation Songwriting Music therapy Music therapists' experiences of singing as self-care |
| title | Music therapists' experiences of singing as self-care |
| title_full | Music therapists' experiences of singing as self-care |
| title_fullStr | Music therapists' experiences of singing as self-care |
| title_full_unstemmed | Music therapists' experiences of singing as self-care |
| title_short | Music therapists' experiences of singing as self-care |
| title_sort | music therapists experiences of singing as self care |
| topic | UCTD Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) Well being Singing Self-care Professional development Clinical readiness Vocal improvisation Songwriting Music therapy |
| url | http://hdl.handle.net/2263/102705 https://doi.org/10.25403/UPresearchdata.29150237 |