Holding on

Progress.

Growth.

How much has been cast aside in pursuit of the bigger and better? And what truths have fallen victim to these stampeding giants?

What if our perspective on progress and growth became distorted somewhere along the way?

Surprised by Contentment

I spend a lot of time alone practicing, and much of that time is spent being dissatisfied. Serious musicians have honed their ability to spot weaknesses and flaws in order to fix them. Dissatisfaction comes easily and naturally. What is hard to find is contentment.

I received the gift of a fleeting moment of contentment during my practice today. It wasn't the result of playing perfectly, I still have work to do tomorrow, but it was there nonetheless. It actually surprised me when it came.