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...
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...
"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...
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...
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...
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...
Introduction
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...