10/14/2026
Music has an extraordinary ability to speak to our hearts in ways that words simply cannot.
I want to recognize our friend and ally for peace,Stephen Byrne, Founder & CEO of The Bridge, for bringing together Sound of Peace, a beautiful initiative broadcasting live from Ukraine, harnessing the power of music to challenge war and inspire peace.
As a physician, CCARE-certified Educator of Compassion Science, and musician myself, I’ve come to appreciate how profoundly music can open our hearts, deepen our connections, and remind us of our shared humanity. Through my work teaching heart intelligence, I see how meaningful these experiences can be in cultivating compassion and connection.
At a time of so much division and suffering, we need more opportunities to come together, not only to talk about peace, but to actually feel it.
Peace begins within us, but it is through our connections with one another that it has the potential to grow.
Music transcends language, culture and beliefs, allowing us to experience the humanity that connects us all.
Thank you to Stephen Byrne, Alison Goldwyn, and everyone involved with The Bridge and its emerging DISARM initiative for bringing Sound of Peace to life.
Even in the midst of war, we can create moments of love, compassion and connection. And through these shared experiences of the heart, peace has the opportunity to spread.
From my heart to yours. ❤️🌍🎶