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Guiding principles
Guiding principles
1. Acknowledge's everyone's struggles.
2. Sharing stories is a powerful tool.
3. Operates as equal partners within the community.
4. Metal music aids us in processing emotions.
5. All perspectives on mental health are valued equally.
6. Focus is not on financial gain.
7. Do not seek validation from celebrities.
8. Refrain from disparaging bands or genres.
9. Remain authentic and genuine.
10. Safety is paramount, even in energetic environments like mosh pits.
Who are HMT ?
Who are HMT ?
Heavy Metal Therapy is a peer support resource and community group aimed at fans of alternative and metal music. They believe in the therapeutic value of metal music and the culture tied to it, like strong community and tattoos! Often found at metal events and offering peer support groups their goal is to unite people and share experiences to improve people’s mental health and enhance wellbeing.
Heavy Metal Therapy is a peer support resource and community group aimed at fans of alternative and metal music. They believe in the therapeutic value of metal music and the culture tied to it, like strong community and tattoos! Often found at metal events and offering peer support groups their goal is to unite people and share experiences to improve people’s mental health and enhance wellbeing.
WHAT THEY DO.
WHAT THEY DO.
Heavy Metal Therapy offers a space to exchange experiences of how metal has positively impacted us, the significance we draw from songs or lyrics, and helpful playlists. Embracing diversity, we refrain from judging each other's metal preferences. If you wish to share your personal journey of how metal has aided in your recovery, please reach out; we can ensure anonymity upon request. Our shared playlists under Heavy Metal Therapy are ever-evolving, and we encourage contributions of personal music or art with mental health themes. Though currently a small group, we remain open to growth and suggestions from the community to shape our platform. Our aim is for it to be led by and adaptable to the needs of its users, fostering a dynamic environment. Find out more about us through our video.
HMT's TAKE ON TATTOO THERAPY.
HMT's TAKE ON TATTOO THERAPY.
"Tattooing within heavy metal culture serves as a significant form of self-expression and therapy, often symbolizing personal stories and identities. Heavy Metal Therapy (HMT) has showcased the mental health benefits of tattoos through individual anecdotes and features. The synergy between heavy metal culture, alternative therapy, and tattooing lies in their shared values of individuality and self-expression. HMT addresses misconceptions, particularly the idea that metal music is detrimental, by promoting awareness of its therapeutic potential. In the future, greater acceptance of alternative therapies, including tattooing, is envisioned, with a focus on respecting diverse forms of healing within niche communities. The key advice for integrating alternative therapy principles, including tattooing, is to maintain a non-judgmental stance and prioritize community representation and understanding".
HMT LINKS
HMT LINKS
INERVIEWS
INERVIEWS
A quick disclaimer: While named Heavy Metal Therapy, we do not claim to replace psychological therapy; rather, we are a self-help and peer support community. If you require mental health support, we encourage seeking it through appropriate channels, typically via your GP in the UK. Additionally, given the nature of metal culture, our stories and playlists may contain explicit language and dark themes.
A quick disclaimer: While named Heavy Metal Therapy, we do not claim to replace psychological therapy; rather, we are a self-help and peer support community. If you require mental health support, we encourage seeking it through appropriate channels, typically via your GP in the UK. Additionally, given the nature of metal culture, our stories and playlists may contain explicit language and dark themes.
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