423. Rich Reflections 68: Music's Emotional Power

In this Rich Reflections session, host Rich records live from Millennium Park in Chicago on the first day of summer. Against a backdrop of orchestral music, K-pop dance groups, and city energy, he invites listeners into a grounding session of mindful breathing and reflection. Rich explores themes of gratitude, bold self-expression, music’s emotional power, and everyday rituals—like lighting incense or observing birds. The episode blends casual observation with deeper questions about presence, nature, and creative curiosity, encouraging listeners to slow down, take in their surroundings, and reflect on what energizes them. Subscribe to the email newsletter for inspiration, self-development, & updates Recorded in Chicago's Millennium Park Questions from this session: 1. What're we grateful for? 2. What, in our opinion, is the purpose of music? 3. What music do we connect with most right now? 4. When was the last time we felt bold in public? 5. How do we hydrate? Do we have a particular water bottle? 6. What patterns or rituals do we follow every month? 7. What are times or situations we felt stimulated with curiosity? 8. How have we felt connected to nature recently? 9. What're we curious about? 10. When was the last moment we felt happy doing nothing? 11. What're we energized for in the next week?