The P-I-G: Episode 13
Upbeat! in the Face of Loss: Music, Mindset & the Power of G.E.T.
In this inspiring conversation, we welcome Dr. Matthew Arau—musician, conductor, educator, and founder of Upbeat! Global—whose life’s work is dedicated to helping people lead with purpose, gratitude, and joy.
Through his “Power of G.E.T.” framework—Gratitude, Enthusiasm, and Treasure—Matthew challenges us to rethink how we move through each day. Whether we’re navigating grief, teaching or supporting others, or simply trying to live more intentionally, his message is simple yet transformative: “We don’t have to—we G.E.T to!”
🎙️ In this episode, we reflect on:
The power of reframing “have to” as “get to”
Why your Upbeat! matters—in music and in life
Using music to process grief, emotion, and healing
The science of how sound supports the nervous system
How G.E.T. helps you live with greater presence purpose
Why living your legacy matters more than leaving one
This isn’t just a conversation—it’s an invitation to lead to a conductor: with intention before every note. Whether you’re a teacher, musician, parent, or lifelong learner, this episode offers wisdom, practical insights, and soulful reminders that the “upbeat” you choose each day shapes how the rest of the measure is played.
Please visit https://www.upbeatglobal.com/ to learn more about Dr. Matthew Arau’s work, books, resources, events, and the Upbeat! Global movement.
💗 From Our Hearts to Yours…
The P-I-G is a heartfelt, purpose-driven podcast exploring life, love, loss, and legacy through real conversations and meaningful stories. Together, we unpack the moments that shape us—the stories we carry, the messiness of being human, and what it means to leave something meaningful behind.
Each episode invites us to honor what matters most, remember that grief isn’t linear, navigate life’s hardest moments with PURPOSE, INTENTION, and GRATITUDE, and to be reminded that legacy isn’t just what we leave… it’s how we live—right now.
“Hearing the stories of others helps us create a more meaningful connection to our own—because legacy isn’t just what we leave behind, it’s how we live right now.”
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