Mental Health

I often share experiences from my mental health journey, so I decided to group them all together in one spot for you. I don’t pull punches, so many of these can be difficult to read if you aren’t used to these topics.

Quiet Songs

There is a band that I like called Boyce Avenue. They were mentioned back in the Cover Songs post, if you can’t remember them, but they take popular songs and slow them down into softer versions of the song. Back when I still took the time to read the comments on YouTube videos, someone wrote…
Musical Connection

In high school, music served as a refuge, but sharing it with others often led to mixed results. Despite differing tastes, finding common ground with loved ones through music brought comfort and connection. However, the journey of healing and personal growth can bring loneliness and loss, emphasizing the value of self-compassion and perseverance.
Lessons from Grohl

The writer attended a memorable Foo Fighters concert, reflecting on the band’s dedication and their own determination to live authentically. They question societal expectations and share personal experiences, concluding with a message of self-determination. The story touches on family, personal values, and the pursuit of genuine fulfillment in life.
Bass-ics

After graduating high school, the author attended a memorable show with friends in a band. The energetic performance and later encounters with bass playing sparked a deep appreciation for musicianship. The post also delves into the author’s struggles with anxiety and ADHD, and the different reactions people have to their inner battles. Various perspectives on…
The Raw Cut

I was at a friend’s house a while back, and our talk turned to the music his daughter had been playing in shops around town. My wife was with me, and she asked for a little private concert. The daughter plays folk music, and it was fun to listen to. She played a few familiar…
Music as a passion

I had a fun experience last night being the sound technician for a local concert my town puts on. My friend is usually the sound tech for these shows, but he was out of town, and as I have experience with running sound from my college days, he asked me to fill in for him.…