In my struggles with chronic depression, inspirational and uplifting music has been one of the keys to good health—and for good reason. A group of researchers at McGill University found that “Music boosts the body’s immune system and is more effective than prescription drugs in reducing anxiety.” With that in mind, here are thirty songs (and/or albums) that…
Category: Inspirational
If You Aren’t Feeling Friction, You Aren’t Moving Forward
We overcome the mountains in our lives by fighting our way onward and upward, not by floating downstream.
Music That Can Heal the Depressed Heart
“Music has the ability to reach someone’s soul.” -Jhonny K Although I’ve never seen Him, I firmly believe that God exists. For me, one of the most compelling evidences for divinity is music. There is something about music that seems to transcend mortality; it expresses the inexpressible. And I have long held the belief that God…
Is It Possible to Fall UP?
Falling down is part of life. Getting back up is part of living. In 2004, Meg Johnson accidentally jumped off a 40-foot cliff and was paralyzed. Her recovery became a journey of discovery into the true nature of happiness. Please take six and a half minutes to watch her incredible story in the video below….
You, Unstuck – My NEW eBook!
After nearly two months of complete radio silence, I am happy to announce my triumphant return—and I come bearing gifts!! First of all, why the silence? Well, my wife and I had to work through a couple of heavy things and it took up a lot of our time and energy. (Don’t worry, we are fine—no…
Each Of Us Is An Innkeeper…
“Each of us is an innkeeper who decides if there is room for Jesus.” -Neal A. Maxwell I recently finished making this music video for songwriter, Shawna Belt Edwards. It features the artwork of Joseph Brickey, Howard Lyon, Jon McNaughton, and Liz Lemon Swindle. I’ve put the lyrics below the video. I hope you enjoy…
The Sacred Mountain | Alaska Legend
Seth Adam Smith shares an inspiring legend he heard while living in Alaska—a legend about a tribe of people who lived at the base of a sacred mountain. Click below to hear the story! TRANSCRIPT of The Sacred Mountain | Alaska Legend: I grew up in Alaska and when I was a kid, I remember…
The Tragic Story Behind St. Basil’s Cathedral
In Moscow, Russia, at the far end of Red Square, stands the iconic and beautiful St. Basil’s Cathedral. Once a church, this unrivaled structure was not built by a saint—nor was it originally made to memorialize any Christian virtues. It’s construction was ordered by the Tsar, Ivan Grasni, otherwise known as Ivan the Terrible and it was…