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How to fight the post-performance blues

Posted By LaurelS on Education

https://www.laurelsandersmusic.com - 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!

Should you force kids to take music lessons?

Posted By LaurelS on Education

https://www.laurelsandersmusic.com - 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.

Confession: I hate needing help

Posted By LaurelS on Education

https://www.laurelsandersmusic.com - 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.