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Therapeutic Harp: An experiential practice to relax and refresh your mind
Date: 20 May 2026 (Wednesday)
Time: 12:30 pm – 1:30 pm
Venue: 3SR-SR5, Seminar Room 603, 6/F, HKUMed Academic Building, 3 Sassoon Road
Target: HKUMed students and staff (priority will be given to students)
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Abstract:
Mindfulness practice has been well proven to relax the mind and body, particularly by easing tension, pain, and other stress symptoms. While some people find it very helpful in providing an immediate sense of relief, those new to the practice may find it hard to quiet their minds and struggle to persist in their practice.
The therapeutic soundscape of harp music creates a healing atmosphere that eases pain, anxiety, and sleep disturbances, and promotes well-being and peace. A therapeutic harp music practitioner uses the inherent healing elements of live music and sound to enhance the environment, making it more conducive to recalibrating the mind-body balance for recipients. Throughout the music vigil, the practitioner observes participants’ breathing patterns and other immediate physical, mental, and emotional cues, adjusting the music accordingly. No two presentations are ever the same.
In this mindfulness and therapeutic harp music session, these two elements will be integrated, making it more accessible to experience the healing power of complementary modalities and refresh both body and mind during the busy examination season.
Facilitator:
Dr Venus Wong
Venus is the Honorary Assistant Professor of the Medical Ethics and Humanities Unit at the LKS Faculty of Medicine. Venus is also a Certified Therapeutic Musician (CTM – CHTP) and a mindfulness teacher, having received teacher training from the Oxford Mindfulness Foundation in MBCT and various mindfulness programs.
More details about her work:
https://www.attunemindbodywellness.com
Welcome to join us!
Enquiry: Please contact Mr Edison Cheng (mehu@hku.hk).