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My Notion Design Language
My Notion Design Language deviates slightly from Notion’s official terminology. Let’s dive in!
I got my Music and Psychology eDiplomas today!
After YEARS (like, 15 years) of stress and obstacles to overcome, I can FINALLY celebrate this milestone in my life. I graduated high school in 2004 and received a full academic scholarship to NAU in the fall. I spent a year working on dual degrees in music and...
I’m a percussionist not a drummer. Why this distinction matters.
Not because I think I’m “better” than drummers, but because we have different skillsets. percussion; noun 🪘 musical instruments played by striking with the hand or with a handheld or pedal-operated stick or beater, or by shaking, including drums, cymbals, xylophones,...
Sometimes you just need to follow inspiration when it strikes, even if you already prepared an entirely different plan.
Even when you prepare, sometimes inspiration doesn’t hit until the deadline. It’s risky, but you should follow that inspiration anyways. Scene: Early 2000s, I’m a high school senior, working on my IB/AP English 10-page research paper on Anna Karenina (For those...
Starting a YouTube Channel Will Boost Your Music Career
But.. you have no idea where to begin. Guess what? Neither did your favorite YouTuber when they started. Here are 5 benefits of starting a channel anyways: 🎓 You’ll learn new skills When you start creating videos, you’ll refine your skills over time. Graphic...
Putting Out Solid Work At The Last Minute–My Best Kept Secrets
I don’t recommend procrastinating on your work until the last minute. But I do recommend using what I learned to improve your focus and increase your output so you have more time freedom to do the things you love. In college, I was that student who pulled an...
Finding Your ✨Sparkle✨ Pomodoro Time
One of the keys to productive creativity is figuring out how long it takes you to get into a flow state and how long you can work before needing a break. Everyone’s creative process is unique to their practice. This is why finding your ✨Sparkle✨ Pomodoro Time is...
5 Steps to Get Into Creative Flow
Getting into creative flow is hard. Here are 5 steps to make it easier. Creativity is intelligence having fun. –Albert Einstein ▶️ Start with Intention Before diving into a creative flow session, ask yourself what you want to achieve. Do you have a goal in mind or are...
Stop thinking of yourself as a freelancer and start thinking of yourself as a business owner
This mindset shift will change the way you approach your creative career. Freelancer Mindset Freelancing implies you “work” for other people, helping them to build their dream. Even if you’re working as a freelance musician and getting paid to make music (that’s the...