THH055—Benjamin Kintisch: The Sad Clown is a Creative Healer
Find healing and meaning through creativity and connection.
Tune into this week's The Healthy Healer podcast as host Dr. Fred Moss has a fascinating conversation with musician, cantor, chaplain, and songwriter Benjamin Kintisch.
Benjamin shares the inspirational story behind his original musical "Life Review," which was born from his experiences as a hospice chaplain and weaves together patient stories into songs. Listen as he explains his 10-year process of nurturing this musical and how he has adapted it into virtual performances during the pandemic.
You'll be moved as Benjamin performs a soothing lullaby from the musical live on guitar that exemplifies how his music provides comfort and healing. His message about the importance of visiting loved ones, especially those who are sick or dying, is an impactful takeaway.
Delving into themes of creativity and healing, Dr. Fred discusses his book "The Creative Healing Through Creativity and Self Expression" and Benjamin opens up about childhood pain and being a "sad clown" who channels difficulties through creative outlets.
This conversation explores fascinating topics like the psychology of creativity, finding meaning through life stories, and pivoting creative projects due to COVID-19. Benjamin's talents as a musician, cantor, chaplain, and songwriter along with his inspirational story make him a not-to-be-missed guest.
Tune into this episode to be inspired, find healing through creativity, and reconnect with what matters most.
Link:
Ben's Website: https://www.lifereviewmusical.com/
Show Notes:
Creativity, identity, and emotional vulnerability. 0:08
Childhood trauma, creativity, and pain. 4:56
Creativity, emotions, and mental health. 10:14
Life review and its creative expression through music. 15:19
Music performance and healing. 20:51
Chaplaincy role in hospice care through music. 26:16
The importance of staying connected with loved ones. 33:59
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