025: About Mindfulness for Musicians

Mindfulness isn't just for buddhist monks; for musicians, mindset is just as important as your chops. Stewing on your mistakes and thinking pessimistically about your progress aren't just bad for your brain - they can have a real hindrance on your actual progress. In this episode, we discuss how mindfulness can help you ignore that negative little voice and focus on your playing.

 

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Full Show Notes and Transcript: Episode 025

 

Links and Resources

• Interview with Lisa McCormick

• Meditation for Beginners, by Jack Cornfield

• The Power of Now, by Eckhart Tolle

• The Untethered Soul, by Michael A. Singer

• Calm.com - to aid your meditation and relaxation

• The Headspace app, with guided meditations to get you started

 

 

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