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Perfectionists have a really hard time getting the help they need and
deserve, because they resist asking for it, and they’re reluctant to accept
help when it’s offered.
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Do I have a bad voice?? It’s a common concern among beginner voice students
and inexperienced singers. Is this fear justified? Could someone have a
voice that’s just inherently not good?
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Part of getting ready for a performance is preparing for how you’ll feel
after it’s over. Almost every performer gets some type of emotional
whiplash after performing. Fortunately, it’s something you can prepare for
and manage!
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It’s not unusual for parents to force kids to take music lessons for
various reasons - some good, some less so. Let me tell you the three
reasons why I only teach students who participate willingly.
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In the midst of a turbulent world, we feel a bit guilty trying to be happy,
or even just trying to be normal. Does it make a difference what we do?
What’s the point of even doing anything at all?
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Aversion to getting help is a hallmark of perfectionism. I have to admit, I
hate needing help, asking for help, and accepting help. This installment of
“Progress for Perfectionists” is a personal story about a time I caught
myself being unnecessarily, foolishly self-sufficient.
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Why practice the hard way, when you could spend your time goofing around
self-indulgently? Here’s everything you should be doing to make sure your
practice sessions get you nowhere.