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Sound and Vision

How music fosters resilience, creativity, and independence while adapting to vision loss

By Kesh Patel 9/15/2025 4 min read

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The journey of a musician who navigates significant vision loss illustrates the power of music in fostering independence and mental well-being. Beginning with the recorder and transitioning to DJing, he developed strategies to adapt, such as memorizing tracks and utilizing tactile cues. The evolution from vinyl to digital setups showcased the importance of accessibility in music technology. His experience reveals that music can alleviate stress, promote relaxation, and serves as a source of empowerment and creativity for individuals facing visual challenges.

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Kesh Patel

Kesh Patel has enjoyed a 30-year career as a health and fitness professional, excelling as a fitness coach, international presenter, and technical writer. He has held senior roles in fitness management, research and development, and product innovation across global brands, and is the founder of Origin Health Ltd. He is the author of three books and has contributed to numerous publications and trade journals. Due to progressive vision loss, he now balances business operations with family commitments and, in his leisure time, enjoys practicing calisthenics and gymnastics.

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