The war began. The battle between Solomon Muhe and his wife

Direct your attention towards your own assets and attributes. Rather than fixating on what you lack, appreciate what you possess. This perspective shift is crucial since many of us underestimate our capabilities. Remember, you don’t need everything to experience happiness. Your current possessions are sufficient to cultivate joy, especially when you consider that many less fortunate individuals desire what you already have.

Embrace your authenticity. Striving to emulate someone else is as challenging as attempting to imitate another being on this planet. In such endeavors, you’re not in competition with anyone else, but with yourself. It’s important not to undermine your essence; genuine companions will accept you for who you are. Above all, prioritize being yourself and fostering self-contentment.

The first western doctor to use music therapy for surgery patients is said to have been the inventive Evan O’Neill Kane, who is probably best known for having his own appendix removed. In 1914, he brought a gramophone into the operating room and played records to help calm his patients before and during anesthesia. The technique gained popularity in the 1930s, and at the time, medical magazines encouraged doctors to steer clear of jazz and instead advocate “soft, calming, beautiful music” for patients.