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The Only Way Out is Through

In college I took a class on the creative process. The class emphasized that a key part of the creative process is sharing your creativity with the world. Whether it’s gifting a crocheted blanket to expecting parents, or sharing a meal that you cooked, or performing in a dance showcase, or competing in a tournament,  the sharing of our creativity is often the culmination of creative work. 

But of course this means that sharing your early work, even when it is not excellent, is important. This means putting yourself into a vulnerable position, playing those early songs in a recital when you know everyone there has heard better playing and more intricate songs before.

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