Hamilton’s Inspiring Score: How This Musical Fuels My Winter Wellness Journey

Photo
by Sudan Ouyang
 on Unsplash

Thus far, the pandemic has brought an unforeseen letdown: the delay of Hamilton in Atlanta.

Experiencing live performances often lifts our spirits and rejuvenates us, yet this comfort has eluded us during the COVID-19 pandemic.

I don’t mean to imply that this is significant in the grand scheme of things. Thankfully, I’ve been spared from deeper sorrows, troubles, and loss, but that musical has become crucial in my life.

A silver lining came into view when I could tune into Hamilton with millions of others as Disney+ launched the original cast recording. It was a wonderful chance to witness an exceptional cast in a truly captivating play.

With my streaming subscription still active, I began enjoying the soundtrack while tidying up my home.

Being a clinical psychologist, I can confidently say that my enthusiasm for this musical became a bit obsessive. It may not surprise you that hiring someone to clean means I really dislike it myself. Yet lately, I’ve found joy in cleaning as it has transformed into my time with Hamilton.

I sing along, despite advice to stick to my profession. Dancing comes naturally; no one needs to remind me to focus on my career. Often, I feel like bursting into a room at the close of my workday, belting out, So what’ve I missed?, as if I am Jefferson returning from his trip to Paris.

Photo
by Sudan Ouyang
on Unsplash

Thus far, the pandemic has brought an unforeseen letdown: the delay of Hamilton in Atlanta.

Experiencing live performances often lifts our spirits and rejuvenates us, yet this comfort has eluded us during the COVID-19 pandemic.

I don’t mean to imply that this is significant in the grand scheme of things. Thankfully, I’ve been spared from deeper sorrows, troubles, and loss, but that musical has become crucial in my life.

A silver lining came into view when I could tune into Hamilton with millions of others as Disney+ launched the original cast recording. It was a wonderful chance to witness an exceptional cast in a truly captivating play.

With my streaming subscription still active, I began enjoying the soundtrack while tidying up my home.

Being a clinical psychologist, I can confidently say that my enthusiasm for this musical became a bit obsessive. It may not surprise you that hiring someone to clean means I really dislike it myself. Yet lately, I’ve found joy in cleaning as it has transformed into my time with Hamilton.

I sing along, despite advice to stick to my profession. Dancing comes naturally; no one needs to remind me to focus on my career. Often, I feel like bursting into a room at the close of my workday, belting out, So what’ve I missed?, as if I am Jefferson returning from his trip to Paris.