How Music Will Transform Your Life

“Have you ever got lost in the rhythm of a drum circle? Felt the beat of the drum so strongly in your chest, you wanted to run barefoot through the forest and swing off the branches like Tarzan? That’s what happened to me the first time I attended the Circles of Rhythm Drum Circle in Calgary, Alberta, over a decade ago. I’ll never forget it. And now I’m speaking with the owner and facilitator of this drum circle, Julien Lepage. I even got to play some music with him to kick off the episode. I had a great time and am honoured to have had him on the show. I hope you enjoy!”

Summary:
What if music could do more than lift your mood for a moment? In this episode, Graham sits down with Julien Lepage, founder of Circles of Rhythm, to share the story of how he went from a small-town kid banging on pots and pans to a social worker helping using music to help people find courage, heal anxiety, and reconnect with themselves. Together, they explore the power of creating safe spaces, the timeless connection between rhythm and humanity, the journey to finding your authentic voice, and even unforgettable moments of unconditional love and cosmic connection.

Timestamps:
00:00 Treating yourself with the same respect you give others
03:09 Native American flute, Shruti box & drum introductions
05:35 Honoring ancestry and the healing power of music
07:00 Discovering drumming as a child and early passion
10:16 How music bonded brothers and bridged generations
12:00 From band life to owning Circles of Rhythm
13:56 Overcoming “I’m not musical” beliefs
16:49 Drumming as our oldest form of communication
20:00 Creating a safe space for musical exploration
21:14 Safety as a core life value
23:16 Learning to communicate difficult truths
26:01 Building internal safety through breathwork
30:00 Choosing social work and merging it with music
35:39 The “golden ticket” – helping others embrace authenticity
37:44 A drum circle participant’s journey from anxiety to leadership
43:17 Gratitude and living in alignment with service
46:01 The magic painting: unconditional love in vivid detail
48:52 How unconditional love feels in the body
51:02 Float tank experience leading to cosmic love
55:52 Living in constant prayer and guidance from spirit
59:17 Learning from mistakes as part of spiritual growth
1:01:06 Final message: kindness toward others and yourself

Find Julien & Circles of Rhythm:
Website: https://www.circlesofrhythm.com
Instagram: https://instagram.com/circlesofrhythm
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Instagram: https://instagram.com/Castle Wellness

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