A Didgeridoo Story
While I was not aware of the controversies about this particular instrument, I was about to find out. The world has gone amuck with political correctness and cultural appropriation so let’s try very hard to put our differences aside on this matter and focus on the person and reasons behind this blog.
I met Jordan at the Pyramids of Chi while creating content for their social media platforms and learned something new. This is important because I am very open minded and curious at the same time.
Meeting Jordan
We know the saying, “Do not judge a book by its cover”. Here is Jordan, one of the facilitators at the Pyramids of Chi. He is a long haired, tattooed young man the one may think would be ready to cause trouble. Instead, he is a gentle soul that loves playing the didgeridoo.
When he did his content with us it became evident that he was not very comfortable being on camera. The sound of his voice was a few octaves higher than normal and he was fidgeting with his ring. He spoke quickly and was clearly uncomfortable.
After a few words of encouragement and getting him to play his instrument, he quickly settled down and into the groove of things.
So I Asked Him.
How did you get into this? Well, the answer may surprise you as it surprised me. He came from a military background and let’s just say he had some issues in finding his way back to the real world. No, he didn’t end up going to digeridoo school and graduating from someplace in Australia with his instrument. Instead, he found his peace with this instrument and found a new purpose in life.
As I said, my ignorance of political correctness aside, I knew this was an instrument from the Aboriginals in Australia and this instrument had hundreds of names. However, for Jordan and the many who are calmed, inspired, and changed by Jordan’s love for this instrument it should not matter.
What You Get Out of It.
Jordan offers his sessions and classes at the Pyramids of Chi regularly so please check it out. For me, this was the first time I had heard this instrument played and I tell you, I was impressed.
Jordan had a tough time adjusting to “real” life after his military service, I will get an in-depth story from Jordan soon. However, this instrument not only saved him and his mental state but is now helping others. Hence the reason I said, we need to put the controversies aside and focus on the good. In this case, this instrument that is crafted by ants is a saviour, a piece of medical equipment that has saved a life. We need to be open minded, and open hearted to the sounds, tones, and rhythms generated by Jordan and his digeridoo. The wonderful calming effects of this amazing instrument and of course Jordan, the man behind it all. To try any or all of the classes and wellness activities at the Pyramids of Chi, please check https://pyramidsofchi.com/
