I was one of those kids that would give myself homework. Everyday I carried every book home, which wasn't light, in order to further myself. I already knew that I needed to spend a good amount of time reading and re-reading in order to fully grasp concepts and that I needed to do multiple math equations to really immerse myself. I had no problem learning, but I wanted to know as much as I could about everything.
Fast forward to now.
I have a good amount of books, both physical and digital, which as you may have guessed are all non-fiction. The subjects cover history, religion, music, business, psychology, etc.
Here's what I've discovered.
I focus on way too many things. This has always been evident. The music side of my life is no exception. I have many ideas that take me in so many directions that I end up producing a lot of nothing. When I try to balance all these ideas with everyday life, I only find myself further in the abyss. I know that I need to focus and simplify. This is something that I make sure to bring up to my students.
So Why Don't I Take My Own Advice?
Because it never seems as though I'm doing enough or that I'm good enough. In my mind I have to do more or I'm not doing anything of any worth. I even had the same mindset with guitar. The more notes the better!? The problem, as stated before, is I do nothing. Analysis paralysis. Regardless of how much I admit that I need to simplify and no matter how many times my wife tells me to focus on one thing, I still continue to travel down this path to nowhere.
However, there are some pros that have emerged, such as this blog. When I first started this blog I really questioned whether or not to follow through. The reason that I continue is because I want others that may relate to know they're not alone. At the very least, this routine of a once a week post keeps me focused.
