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Michelle Monette
Jul 8, 20246 min read
How I Healed My Relationship With Music
Music is my calling, but I spent years deeply unhappy in my musical experience. This is how I healed my relationship with music.
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Michelle Monette
Dec 11, 20234 min read
Aim for Excellence Rather Than Perfection
“Perfectionism is a cudgel and a way to hide...Perfectionism is a way to berate others for not meeting imaginary standards. Or berating...
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Michelle Monette
Jul 31, 20232 min read
Day By Day, Drip By Drip
"Well-being is realized by small steps, but is truly no small thing." - Zeno "Just because improvements aren't visible doesn't mean they...
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Michelle Monette
Apr 2, 20232 min read
A Broader Perspective on Practice
“Any significant change requires significant practice.” - Brad Stulberg All musicians know how important practicing is to our craft, but...
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Michelle Monette
Dec 5, 20222 min read
Play the Long Game
"Nearly everything awesome takes longer than you think. Get started and don't worry about the clock." - James Clear Getting good at music...
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Michelle Monette
May 11, 20222 min read
Less But Better
I have long said my interest in pursuing so many musical endeavors has been both a blessing and a curse. On one hand, I derive great...
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