Exploring the lived experiences of teenagers in a children’s home participating in a choir: A community music therapy perspective

2020 ◽  
Vol 13 (1) ◽  
pp. 81-101
Author(s):  
Anrie van Rooyen ◽  
Andeline dos Santos
Keyword(s):  
Music Therapy ◽  
Lived Experiences ◽  
Interpretative Phenomenological Analysis ◽  
Qualitative Data ◽  
Self Esteem ◽  
Community Music ◽  
Self Awareness ◽  
Individual Interviews ◽  
Self Confidence ◽  
Children's Home

This study explored the lived experiences of teenagers in a children’s home who participated in a choir that was facilitated from a community music therapy perspective in Pretoria, South Africa. Sixteen weekly choir sessions were held. These included a variety of interactive vocal techniques. A performance marked the end of the process, where songs selected by the teenagers were performed. Qualitative data were collected through fourteen semi-structured individual interviews at the end of the process. All interview transcripts were analysed through utilizing interpretative phenomenological analysis. The study concluded that participation in this community music therapy choir offered the teenagers perceived meaningful intra- and interpersonal experiences. At an intrapersonal level, the participants experienced discovering their musical voices; accessing inner strength to take action both in the here-and-now and in the future; increased self-awareness, self-esteem and self-confidence; as well as expressing and regulating emotions. In terms of interpersonal experiences, the teenagers experienced growth in relationships; improved social skills; and greater connection with the broader community.

A Study on Worker’s Perceptions of Psychological Capital on their Earnings

2013 ◽  
Vol 2 (3) ◽  
pp. 27-42
Author(s):  
Amrit Thapa
Keyword(s):  
New York ◽  
New York City ◽  
Data Analysis ◽  
Positive Attitude ◽  
Qualitative Data ◽  
Psychological Capital ◽  
Individual Interviews ◽  
Self Confidence ◽  
Worker's Perceptions ◽  
Meaningful Role

This study explores the perceptions of workers on the influence of psychological capital on their earnings using qualitative data analysis. Workers from diverse socio-economic groups, cultures and occupations in New York City were interviewed using both individual interviews as well as focused groups to find out their viewpoints on psychological capital and its impact on their earnings. The analysis of this paper suggests that workers perceive psychological capital to play a meaningful role in influencing their earnings. In particular, the results indicate that psychological capital workers perceive to be important for their earnings are self-confidence, motivation, positive attitude, ambition and perseverance.

scholarly journals Community-Based Referential Music Making with Limited-Resource Adolescents: A Pilot Study

2020 ◽  
Vol 38 (2) ◽  
pp. 112-118
Author(s):  
Natasha Thomas
Keyword(s):  
Music Therapy ◽  
Qualitative Data ◽  
Limited Resource ◽  
African American Adolescents ◽  
Reading Level ◽  
Community Music ◽  
Community Group ◽  
Community Based ◽  
Music Making ◽  
Referential Music

Abstract Black/African American adolescents from limited-resource communities face challenges and circumstances that are unique to their racialization and socioeconomic status; this merits community-engaged resources, such as community music therapy, that are equally unique in creating culturally responsive opportunities for limited-resource adolescents to engage socially with peers and experience meaningful success in a safe, supportive environment. The purpose of this study was to pilot and explore the feasibility of and behavioral processes in a community-based referential music-making intervention for limited-resource adolescents labeled as “at-risk.” The methods consisted of a concurrent nested (embedded) mixed methods design based on the principles of participatory actions research (PAR), during which qualitative data were collected during 8 focus group style music-making sessions. Quantitative data assessing self-efficacy were collected prior to first and following the 8th music-making session. The validity of quantitative results was challenged by the lowered reading level of participants and a high amount of mis-labeled (and thus unusable) data. Qualitative data suggest 3 themes, including creating community, artistic prioritization, and pride. All results were impacted by issues, such as inconsistent attendance and malfunctioning recording equipment. Nevertheless, participants expressed a collective desire to share their work with their community group. Discussion points are raised including how participants in this community music therapy-based approach were able to create and direct their own stories. The implementation of community music therapy approaches seems a valuable way to bring authentic representations of limited-resource adolescent participants into clinical practice.

scholarly journals ‘Journey to musicking’: Resourcing people to music outside the therapy room

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
◽  
Katie Boom
Keyword(s):  
New Zealand ◽  
Music Therapy ◽  
Qualitative Data ◽  
Ecological Model ◽  
Community Music ◽  
Music Therapist ◽  
Aotearoa New Zealand ◽  
Therapy Room ◽  
Neurological Conditions

<p>This action research study investigates resourcing people to engage in musicking outside the therapy room. Both the practice and research took place within a residential hospital for people with neurological conditions, situated in Aotearoa New Zealand. Music-centred music therapy, community music therapy, resource-oriented music therapy and the ecological model of music influenced this research. Following three action cycles, the qualitative data collected throughout was thematically analysed. This analysis revealed a framework referred to as the ‘journey to musicking’, which identifies six resources people needed to engage in music: opportunity; motivation; confidence; skills; practical needs; and a problem-solving toolkit. The role of the music therapist in resourcing people in these areas is framed as the role of a tuakana, drawing on an indigenous Māori model predominantly used in education and mentoring programmes: ‘tuakana-teina’. ‘Tuakana-teina’ in this study is defined as a music therapist-participant relationship that is empowering, collaborative and inclusive of the possibility of reciprocity. The personal resources (kete) needed by the tuakana music therapist are also explored, while empowerment and sustainability are highlighted as foundational principles to resourcing people. These principles, especially empowerment, are linked to the Māori concept of restoring rangatiratanga. This research provides a rich qualitative account of practicing music therapy in an empowering, ecological way in Aotearoa New Zealand.</p>

scholarly journals PUSAT PENGEMBANGAN KEPERCAYAAN DIRI

2020 ◽  
Vol 1 (2) ◽  
pp. 1695
Author(s):  
Dessy Andiwijaya ◽  
Franky Liauw
Keyword(s):  
Family Environment ◽  
Social Life ◽  
Life Experience ◽  
Self Esteem ◽  
External Factors ◽  
Self Concept ◽  
Self Awareness ◽  
Internal Factors ◽  
Self Confidence ◽  
Unique Character

Self-confidence is a very important aspect of our lives. Everyone is different from one another, each has a unique character attached to him. From that difference, it can be seen that there are people who are confident, but there are also people who lack confidence. Because with us lacking in confidence, we will miss the opportunities that exist in this life, such as work. Self-confidence also makes a person nervous, anxious, difficult to interact socially and unable to find self-concept. From the above, as if self-confidence is the root of life because it determines the thoughts and activities that we will do everyday. Self-confidence is influenced by internal factors and external factors. External factors are family environment, friend environment and work. A person's confidence and character influences all aspects of a person's life, such as finance, work, social life and others. Internal factors of lack of confidence are self-concept, self-esteem, and life experience. Confidence (confidence) determines how a person will judge and respect him personally. Self-confidence is a belief in the ability of yourself to achieve something and can accept self-deficiencies so that these deficiencies become a strength in us. Whereas according to Hurlocks, Confidence (self-confidence) is an attitude in someone who can / can accept reality, develop self-awareness, think positively, have independence, & have the ability to have everything that is desired. To develop self-confidence, we need to improve self concept, ability and social interaction. AbstrakKepercayaan diri merupakan aspek yang sangat penting dalam kehidupan kita. Setiap orang berbeda satu dan lainnya, masing-masing memiliki karakter yang khas melekat pada dirinya. Dari perbedaan itulah, dapat diketahui bahwa terdapat orang yang percaya diri, namun ada pula orang yang kurang percaya diri. Karena dengan kita kurang percaya diri, kita akan melewatkan kesempatan-kesempatan yang ada dalam kehidupan ini, misalnya pekerjaan. Kepercayaan diri juga membuat seseorang bersikap gugup, cemas, sulit untuk berinteraksi sosial dan tidak dapat untuk menemukan konsep diri. Dari hal di atas, seakan-akan kepercayaan diri merupakan akar dari kehidupan karena hal ini menentukan pikiran dan aktivitas yang akan kita lakukan sehari-hari. Kepercayaan diri diperngaruhi oleh faktor internal dan faktor eksternal. Faktor eksternal yaitu  lingkungan keluarga, lingkungan teman dan pekerjaan. Kepercayaan diri dan karakter seseorang mempengaruhi segala aspek kehidupan seseorang, misalnya finansial, pekerjaan, kehidupan sosial dan lain-lain. Faktor internal dari kurangnya kepercayaan diri yaitu konsep diri, harga diri, dan pengalaman hidup. Rasa percaya diri(confidence) menentukan bagaimana seseorang akan menilai dan menghargai dirinya pribadi. Kepercayaan diri merupakan keyakinan akan kemampuan diri sendiri untuk mencapai suatu hal dan dapat menerima kekurangan diri sehingga menjadikan kekurangan tersebut menjadi kekuatan dalam diri kita. Sedangkan menurut Hurlocks, Confidence(kepercayaan diri) merupakan sikap pada diri seseorang yang dapat/ bisa menerima kenyataan, mengembangkan kesadaran diri, berpikir positif, memiliki kemandirian,& mempunyai kemampuan untuk memiliki segala sesuatu yang diinginkan.Untuk mengembangkan kepercayaan diri, kita perlu meningkatkan meningkatkan konsep diri, kemampuan dan interaksi sosial.  

Beyond “The Outward Bound Process:” Rethinking Student Learning

2003 ◽  
Vol 26 (1) ◽  
pp. 8-23 ◽  
Author(s):  
Marcia McKenzie ◽  
Simon Fraser University
Keyword(s):  
Physical Environment ◽  
Adventure Education ◽  
Self Esteem ◽  
Study Data ◽  
Outward Bound ◽  
Self Awareness ◽  
Self Confidence ◽  
Concern For Others ◽  
Education Theory ◽  
Course Outcomes

This article is based on a research study that explored the means by which students learn at Outward Bound Western Canada. For this study, data were collected from 92 students through questionnaires, interviews, and observation. Twenty-nine course components were found to influence course outcomes, including various aspects of course activities, the physical environment, instructors, and the group. Certain course components were found to be most influential in determining increases in students' self-awareness, self-confidence, self-reliance, self-esteem, self-concept, motivation, self-responsibility, interpersonal skills, concern for others, and concern for the environment; while several course components impacted course outcomes in negative ways. The gender, age, and population of students were also found to play a role in determining the course outcomes students experienced and which course components caused those outcomes. The study is discussed in terms of how it supports, extends, and refutes existing adventure education theory, as well as in relation to contemporary theories on modernity. A model is proposed as an alternative to the well-known Walsh and Golins' (1976) model of “the Outward Bound process” in consideration of the study's findings and the need for a renewed commitment to compassion and service within Outward Bound.

scholarly journals ‘Journey to musicking’: Resourcing people to music outside the therapy room

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
◽  
Katie Boom
Keyword(s):  
New Zealand ◽  
Music Therapy ◽  
Qualitative Data ◽  
Ecological Model ◽  
Community Music ◽  
Music Therapist ◽  
Aotearoa New Zealand ◽  
Therapy Room ◽  
Neurological Conditions

<p>This action research study investigates resourcing people to engage in musicking outside the therapy room. Both the practice and research took place within a residential hospital for people with neurological conditions, situated in Aotearoa New Zealand. Music-centred music therapy, community music therapy, resource-oriented music therapy and the ecological model of music influenced this research. Following three action cycles, the qualitative data collected throughout was thematically analysed. This analysis revealed a framework referred to as the ‘journey to musicking’, which identifies six resources people needed to engage in music: opportunity; motivation; confidence; skills; practical needs; and a problem-solving toolkit. The role of the music therapist in resourcing people in these areas is framed as the role of a tuakana, drawing on an indigenous Māori model predominantly used in education and mentoring programmes: ‘tuakana-teina’. ‘Tuakana-teina’ in this study is defined as a music therapist-participant relationship that is empowering, collaborative and inclusive of the possibility of reciprocity. The personal resources (kete) needed by the tuakana music therapist are also explored, while empowerment and sustainability are highlighted as foundational principles to resourcing people. These principles, especially empowerment, are linked to the Māori concept of restoring rangatiratanga. This research provides a rich qualitative account of practicing music therapy in an empowering, ecological way in Aotearoa New Zealand.</p>

Gender Aware Music Therapy: An Interpretative Phenomenological Analysis

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Cassidy Besse
Keyword(s):  
Music Therapy ◽  
Gender Stereotypes ◽  
Interpretative Phenomenological Analysis ◽  
Phenomenological Study ◽  
Phenomenological Analysis ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Music Therapists ◽  
Individual Interviews ◽  
Inclusive Practice ◽  
Therapy Clients

Abstract The purpose of this phenomenological study was to explore the influence of gender on music therapy practice through the experiences and perceptions of gender aware music therapists (GAMTs). Participants (N = 5) included five board-certified music therapists or equivalent who have published scholarly literature on topics related to gender and music therapy. Participants shared their experiences in semistructured individual interviews; interviews were recorded, transcribed, and analyzed using interpretative phenomenological analysis (IPA). Six major themes emerged: (a) GAMTs recognize how socialization produces binary music participation, which is often perpetuated in music therapy practice; (b) GAMTs share the belief that gender roles and expectations create exclusive music practices that may restrict and limit musical expression and participation; (c) GAMTs create therapeutic spaces that encourage authentic music engagement by thoughtfully accepting and/or rejecting established gender stereotypes prevalent in music culture; (d) GAMTs suggest that gender is a marker of identity, which may or may not affect how the therapeutic relationship develops between music therapy clients and clinicians; (e) GAMTs utilize theories and therapeutic approaches that influence their music therapy research and practice; and (f) GAMTs recommend that practicing music therapists recognize their personal biases, develop a heightened awareness for how gender influences society, and actively pursue an inclusive practice that does not assume gender. Clinical implications and future research recommendations are discussed.

scholarly journals The Helpfulness of Spiritually Influenced Group Work in Developing Self-Awareness and Self-Esteem: A Preliminary Investigation

2005 ◽  
Vol 5 ◽  
pp. 789-802 ◽  
Author(s):  
Diana Coholic
Keyword(s):  
Group Work ◽  
Preliminary Investigation ◽  
Self Esteem ◽  
Mindfulness Practice ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Adult Women ◽  
Self Awareness ◽  
Stream Of Consciousness ◽  
Individual Interviews ◽  
History Of

This paper discusses an exploratory study that investigated the helpfulness of spiritually influenced group work with eight adult women who shared a history of substance abuse. The overall purpose of the group was to help participants develop their self-awareness and self-esteem. The group, which was contextualized in transpersonal theory, was organized around the following themes and experiential exercises: meditation, mindfulness practice, dream work, stream of consciousness writing, the shadow self, and other arts-based processes. Grounded-theory analysis of group sessions and individual interviews with the participants found that the participants perceived the group to be helpful in developing their self-awareness and self-esteem. While the participants identified different aspects of the group as spiritual, making-meaning was one practice that was consistently described as a spiritually sensitive process. The results of this study in this emergent field are promising and suggestions are provided for future research.

scholarly journals Directions of formation of humanistic values in higher education institutionas: problems and perspectives

2021 ◽  
pp. 1614-1625
Author(s):  
Matanat Jabbarli
Keyword(s):  
Higher Education ◽  
Self Esteem ◽  
Self Awareness ◽  
Academic Achievements ◽  
Self Confidence ◽  
Mechanisms Of Formation ◽  
Professional Self ◽  
Personal Qualities ◽  
High Attitude ◽  
The Individual

The article analyzes the directions of the formation of humanistic values in higher education institutions. The results of the study showed that students have a high attitude to humanistic values, regardless of the level of self-affirmation and self-esteem. The main mechanisms of formation of humanistic values in students depend on the provocative features of social values, which occupy a dominant place in the hierarchy of values and professional self-confidence, which reflects the integrated qualities of the individual. It was found that there is a positive correlation between humanistic qualities and personal qualities and academic achievements.  There is an important connection between self-awareness, self-esteem, self-assertion and a social ideal that reflects humanistic qualities in students. It can be concluded that in order to develop humanistic values, it is necessary to develop socially important values and personality traits. Here it is necessary to take into account the cognitive needs, opportunities for self-affirmation, as well as learning achievements.

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