Attitude Of Altitude

Building Bridges Through Music with Micah Hendler

Rima Aboulhosen Season 4 Episode 23

In this powerful episode, Micah Hendler—founder of the Jerusalem Youth Chorus—shares how he uses music to bridge divides between Israeli and Palestinian youth. Drawing from personal experiences growing up in Washington, D.C., and navigating polarized narratives, Micah opens up about the transformative impact of creating spaces for empathy and connection through song. 🎶

He dives deep into:
✨ The challenges and beauty of fostering dialogue in conflict zones
✨ How singing together builds trust and releases oxytocin (the "trust hormone")
✨ The importance of sustained, long-term engagement for real change
✨ His family’s unique role in supporting his peace-building work
✨ Lessons from bridging divides in the U.S. after the 2016 election

Micah’s insights remind us that music isn’t just art—it’s a vital tool for connection and healing in times of division. 🌍❤️ Tune in to discover how we can reimagine community and leadership through shared humanity.

🔗 Learn more about Micah's work:
https://micahhendler.com

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