Learning Guitar Over 40? motivation Oct 05, 2024

In this lesson, I share my perspective on why learning guitar over 40 is actually more advantageous than beginning at a younger age. I highlight the mental stimulation and cognitive benefits that learning an instrument can bring, especially for brain health and neuroplasticity. Playing guitar...

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How To Stay Motivated Playing Guitar - Helpful Tips for All Guitarists motivation Apr 02, 2024

As a guitar enthusiast, I often encounter the question of how to stay motivated while playing the guitar. While there are numerous videos available on this topic, I'd like to share some insights that you might not have heard from me before. Contrary to any misconceptions, my motivation doesn't...

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Talent is a Myth? motivation practice Mar 01, 2024

"Is talent a myth?" This question has frequently crossed my mind. So, let's delve into this fascinating exploration of talent and its significance in mastering skills.

Talent is defined as a "natural aptitude to be able to do a skill." This seems simple enough; many of us have grown up thinking...

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Becoming Your Best: Pushing Against Your Edge motivation practice Jan 31, 2024

If there is any one concept that I am constantly evaluating and endorse fully is the concept of leaning into your edge. This is what I mean by this concept. If you look at any area of your life as a continuum from, not knowing anything to being a complete master, we should always be moving in the...

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Why You Still Suck at Guitar motivation Nov 17, 2023

Greetings, my fellow enthusiasts of mastery and excellence. Today, I am compelled to have an earnest heart-to-heart conversation, one that may fundamentally alter the trajectory of your journey toward proficiency. Allow me to put on my 'Dad' hat and impart a crucial insight that has the...

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Make Every Note Count motivation Nov 10, 2023

If you've ever felt like your guitar playing is lacking that certain spark, that magical quality that elevates it from ordinary to extraordinary, then you're not alone. I've been there too, feeling like my playing was falling flat, missing that special something that would make each note come...

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The #1 Variable That Will Make or Break You as a Guitar Player motivation Oct 18, 2023

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As a guitar enthusiast and teacher, I've had the privilege of interacting with countless students, both in person and online, over the years. I've seen them at different stages of their guitar-playing journey, and I've observed a common variable that can significantly impact whether...

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