Artists and friends have come and gone for many years from our residential recording studio at our seaside home.  So much that matters is said and sung. It's always been a privilege for us both to witness and we got to wondering how might it be to open that door a bit wider, in a bid to explore what music is and has been for them, emotionally?  To listen to their stories and the songs that may have somehow 'saved' them, or at least helped them through?  We didn't forsee how moving and impactful this adventure would be for the both of us.  Our guests are heroes and we have been humbled to hear them unfold so vulnerably and courageously. 

We hope you listen in to hear these very real un-foldings and remember how we all are actually, a multitude of emotions and not set apart or different from one another.

Chris Potter is an award winning music producer of 25+ years. and Teri Potter is a trauma informed, therapeutic coach. We live with our dog, our cat and our teenager, Eden, in Dorset, England.

We very proudly support...

YOUTH MUSIC

"We believe that every young person should have the chance to change their life through music  but our research shows that many can’t because of who they are, where they’re from or what they’re going through.

Our insights, influence and investment in grassroots organisations and to young people themselves means that more 0–25-year-olds can make, learn and earn in music.Youth Music is a national charity funded thanks to the National Lottery via Arts Council England, players of People's Postcode Lottery and support from partners, fundraisers and donors." -

click to donate: https://www.justgiving.com/page/musicandtrauma-youthmusic

NORDOFF AND ROBBINS

"From adults with dementia reconnecting with their family, to children with autism finding their voice, we believe that everyone who needs it should have access to music therapy, because it can, quite simply, transform people’s lives. 

Through the power of music, it breaks through the barriers caused by life-limiting illness, disability and social isolation through providing music therapy to people across the UK, whilst also training the music therapists of the future and funding research to measure and improve the impact of its work."  -

click to donate: https://www.justgiving.com/page/musicandtrauma-nordoffandrobbins

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In crisis, or require urgent help or support? -  there are people you can call:

• Samaritans on 116 123 for 24-hour confidential emotional support
• CALM on 0800 58 58 58 (5pm-midnight) support men anywhere in the UK.
• CASS on 0808 800 8088 (Mon - Thu from 7pm-10pm) for women looking for confidential and anonymous self-injury support.
• PAPYRUS on 0800 068 4141 (Weekdays from 10am-10pm, Weekends from 2pm-10pm, Bank Holidays from 2pm-5pm) for confidential advice and support.
• Young Minds on 85258 for 24/7 crisis support. Text YM to 85258.

The Stay Alive free app - a suicide prevention resource.

Calm - app to help you sleep better, boost your confidence and reduce any stress and anxiety you may feel.

HeadSpace - guided meditations to help reduce stress and anxiety.

Balance - mindful meditation for dealing with stress, anxiety and sleep problems.

WRAP – Wellness Recovery Action Plan – free app to assist with mental health issues.