How Busking With My Dad At Coffee Shops Shaped Life In My 40's: 3 Powerful Takeaways
“Music can change the world because it can change people.” — Bono
If my forty-two-year-old musician self had a conversation with my thirteen-year-old musician self, it would go a little something like this:
Be patient with your dad; he’s not perfect. And you won’t have the privilege of playing guitar with him forever. He shows up for you. He comes through. Don’t stop jamming with your dad, no matter how frustrated you get with him.
You’ll thank me later.
Most importantly, be kind to yourself.
Like in a song’s melody, there is always a deep intrinsic rhythm to be discovered in life. Both music and existence are made up of many elements: highs and lows, and fast and slows.
The sooner we accept the ebb and flow of reality, the quicker we can begin living a nourishing life — where music is everyone’s medicine, free of charge, and no prescription necessary.
Also, remember that timing in life is as essential as in music, and you’ll be in for one lifelong banger of a power ballad.
I’ve learned a lot in my twenty-nine years as a musician. I will share five meaningful takeaways with you…