December 21

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Looking Forward to the Results

We talk a lot about learning to enjoy the process around here.

Because, it's a process to practice a new piece of music. To refine it. Polish it. Memorize it. Get it ready to share with an audience.

It's not always fun. And that's okay. You don't have to enjoy every second of it. In fact, it would be a little strange if you enjoyed every second of it.

But you know what is fun? The results.

And thinking about the results can help push you through the toughest lack of motivation.

Because even if you're not enjoying practicing today, think about the result of practicing today. 

Being a step closer to sounding amazing. 

Being a step closer to finishing this piece of music you thought might be too difficult in the beginning.

A step closer to being a confident performer.

Those are the exciting thoughts that can motivate you to do the work today. With piano, or with anything. 

Whether it's practicing piano, starting a business, cleaning your living room, or doing the dishes.

There's always a result to look forward to after the work is done.

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For parents, students, and anyone else who believes that music can and should be a meaningful part of everyone's life.

About Jonathan Roberts

I am the founder and director of the South Shore Piano School, and I have been teaching the piano for nearly 20 years. My work centers around bringing music to the lives of kids, parents, and adults in an enriching, meaningful way. At the South Shore Piano School, my incredible colleagues and I accomplish this through skill-based teaching, community, and an innovative, people-first business model. You can read more about me here.


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  1. Thanks for the reminder!! W all the excitement and build up to the holidays it’s been a little stressful & although I really do enjoy playing my piano, I’ve been in a little slump!! Still practicing through it & ur reminder comes at a perfect time!! So thank u!! I’m more motivated for just having read this !! Happy Holidays!!!