Dear Elias:

Welcome! It’s great to have you here.

It sounds like you’ve made significant changes in your life and found a sense of purpose through prayer, meditation, and reading the gospel. Those practices are powerful and can bring a lot of peace and clarity.

When it comes to your music, it’s understandable to feel frustrated if you’re not making the progress you hoped for, despite your efforts. Here are a few suggestions that might help you dive deeper into your music:

1. Try incorporating your spiritual practices into your music-making process, perhaps meditating before you start your music practice, or even creating music that reflects your spiritual journey and the messages you read in the gospel.

2. Set aside specific times for making music. The consistency in keeping a routine can make it easier to get into the creative zone.

3. Sometimes working with other musicians can bring new perspectives and inspiration. Consider joining a local music group.

4. Reconnect with the joy and passion that initially drew you to music. Try not to worry too much about the outcome and instead enjoy the process.

5. Even though you’ve read a lot and made changes, there’s always more to learn. Consider taking some music classes, or finding a mentor who can provide guidance and feedback

6. It’s easy to be critical of your own progress. Try shifting your mindset to appreciate the progress you’ve made, no matter how small. Recognize that improvement takes time and requires patience, sometimes, lots and lots of patience and perseverance.

It’s clear that you have the dedication and drive. Keep (patiently) pushing forward, and don’t hesitate to reach out for support and advice. Wishing you all the best on your musical journey!

anita