<![CDATA[Stories by Brian Zhang on Medium]]> https://medium.com/@thementalmusician?source=rss-259c95e76bd7------2 https://cdn-images-1.medium.com/fit/c/150/150/1*YPd_MWvX6_JkNA-8UveZnw.jpeg Stories by Brian Zhang on Medium https://medium.com/@thementalmusician?source=rss-259c95e76bd7------2 Medium Sun, 17 May 2026 19:16:09 GMT <![CDATA[How to Find Hope in a Broken Music Industry]]>

Two moments that reminded me why music still matters

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The journey to a healthier, more fulfilling music career starts now

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Just like rice, there’s more than one way to cook up a fulfilling music career

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Here’s Why I’m Still Hopeful for 2025

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I thought I knew what success looked like — until this book showed me a different path.

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What Tommy Emmanuel Taught Me About Staying True to Myself

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Journaling should be honest, messy, and actually helpful — just like you

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(Or: How I Realized Just Making it Through is a Win)

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And Why It is okay to not live up to your potential

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And turn my life around after cons

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