Stay and be Positive
Simple statement!
Today at the studio, I bumped into a student, he had a gig tonight and was having a quick solo rehearsal for a couple of hours, dedication! He was a little nervous – nothing wrong with that, but as we passed, he was saying that we would
“catch up” for some more lessons with me, once he’s got this gig out the way and “made a fool out of himself”.
I raised an eye at him and said ‘No No, you’ll be fine, stay positive, enjoy it’. I’ve played many gigs and been at the same situation that he was now in, not feel to confident, thinking ‘what if I make a mistake!’
I then heard the guy working there supporting my comment of remaining positive and going ahead, rather than back or downwards.
So when you have those moments in life where you confidence isn’t at its best, find your positives.
I always look at my positives;
- I’m teaching
- I enjoy my work and life
- I’m a kick ass drummer
- People want to learn from me
- I’m healthy
- Got great and supportive friends
Identify yours
So in closing, stay positive, there’s soo much that can bring you down, don’t include yourself us one of them.
Peace and Love. Ray