When the seven-year relationship of international student Bigs Juatan ended in the midst of the pandemic, he experienced a great amount of grief. But with the help of music and friends, he was able to find hope in life again.

"My breakup helped me find my passion in music and find true friends and connections," says international student Bigs Juatan during an interview with SBS Filipino's love down under.

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Highlights 

• Approximately 280 million people in the world go through depression according to a
  WHO report
  .
• Studies from 
  medical news today
   say that music can help reduce pain and anxiety.
• Events like 'Barkada night' and 'Jowa night' gather Filipinos in Melbourne to unify people through music and friends.

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The healing power of music and friends

SBS Filipino

13/05/202218:15

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