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Be a Better Artist

Markus Junnikkala

Demystifying the Creative Process.

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21:02

Should You Write Music for Yourself or for Others?

Be a Better Artist ·

2020/10/07

There are several theories of 'How to make it in music' out there. Some say you have to tread your own path, some say you have to study others in order to be able to figure out how to succeed. In this episode we inspect both perspectives, and in fact explore why you should explore and integrate BOTH approaches to your career as an artist.

20:00

Is Sensitivity a Weakness?

Be a Better Artist ·

2020/09/27

Sensitivity is what allows artists to pick up information and patterns that they can leverage to create their art. But if your art isn't currently producing you any financial or other benefits, your view of sensitivity can turn on you, seeing it more as a curse and a burden. In this episode we talk about how that's not true, and how every single trait in us is a double-edged sword.

20:09

When Your Music Isn't Working

Be a Better Artist ·

2020/09/20

We've all been there. Sitting in front of the computer or our instrument, and feeling frustrated, hopeless, useless, or all of the above.Worry not, there's a solution. There's always a solution!https://beabetterartist.com/

13:35

How Can Creative People Find Stability in Their Life

Be a Better Artist ·

2020/08/29

Artists are notoriously known for their instability and turbulent emotional life. But why exactly is that, can something be done about it, and why would you WANT to do something about it?https://beabetterartist.com/

14:40

How to Overcome Crippling Self-Consciousness

Be a Better Artist ·

2020/08/22

Self-awareness is undoubtedly a superpower. When used correctly, it's the key to tremendous success. But what should you do when it turns on you? How to stop being overly self-aware and self-conscious in situations where it doesn't help at all? In this episode, as I walk through the streets of Florence Italy, not only do I explain, but also apply some of the techniques and approaches that have helped me overcome paralyzing self-awareness. It's not "just a part of who you are", and yes it can be

14:03

How to Approach Your Career's Future

Be a Better Artist ·

2020/08/17

Originally published 27 Apr 2019.The only thing that's guaranteed in life is change.https://beabetterartist.com/

16:42

The Love You Need

Be a Better Artist ·

2020/08/17

Originally published 11 Apr 2019.We all need Love. But love comes in many forms. This is not the easy form, but it is one of the most important ones.https://beabetterartist.com/

12:39

Who Are You?

Be a Better Artist ·

2020/08/17

Originally published 6 Apr 2019.Do you really wish to know who and what you are?https://beabetterartist.com/

22:17

What it Really Takes to Succeed in Music

Be a Better Artist ·

2020/08/17

Originally published 30 Mar 2019.We all want success. But are you actually aligned with that reality?https://beabetterartist.com/

13:07

On the Other Side of Fear

Be a Better Artist ·

2020/08/17

Originally published 22 Mar 2019.We all are afraid to confront our fears. But what if you did?https://beabetterartist.com/

13:55

How to Overcome Fear

Be a Better Artist ·

2020/08/17

Originally published 28 Feb 2019.We all want to be less afraid. But how do you do that?https://beabetterartist.com/

12:28

Why You Fail to Grow

Be a Better Artist ·

2020/08/17

Originally published 13 Feb 2019.We all want to grow, we all want to become better. But do you actually want to know what happens when you try?

15:41

Why or When Should you be Optimistic?

Be a Better Artist ·

2020/08/17

Originally published 28 Dec 2018.So many of us think of optimism as a fool's errand, a pointless outlook that only idiots exercise. But how does it actually work and where does it come from?https://beabetterartist.com/

09:22

How to Manage Your Creativity

Be a Better Artist ·

2020/08/17

Originally published 21 Dec 2018.Your creativity is a magnificent, powerful force. But if gone unchecked, you will struggle to direct it in the right direction.https://beabetterartist.com/

15:32

Optimizing Self-Comparison for Growth

Be a Better Artist ·

2020/08/17

Originally published 15 Dec 2018.It's so easy to get distracted by so many things. One thing's for sure: without focus, you have no chance of moving in a direction that's meaningful to you.https://beabetterartist.com/

15:29

Why You're Afraid to Finish Your Music

Be a Better Artist ·

2020/08/17

Originally published 6 Dec 2018.We all can spin excuses about why that song isn't finished yet, what it needs, what we'll still do with it. But in most cases, you're afraid to confront the truth of it.https://beabetterartist.com/

11:16

The Power of Ownership

Be a Better Artist ·

2020/08/17

Originally published 29 Nov 2018.What if everything was you fault? What if it really is?https://beabetterartist.com/

10:54

Why You Struggle to Commit To Your Music

Be a Better Artist ·

2020/08/17

Originally published 23 Nov 2018.We all know the rush and excitement of writing a new song you love. But a big part of the process of finishing a song is not exciting and glorious. In fact it can be grey and boring. What to do about it?

10:34

A Cure for Overwriting Your Music

Be a Better Artist ·

2020/08/17

Originally published 12 Oct 2018.You want to make your music the best it can be. But when should you stop? How do you know it's ready? What is "too much"?https://beabetterartist.com/

12:47

Why is it so Difficult to Start Writing Music?

Be a Better Artist ·

2020/08/17

Originally published 4 Oct 2018.We all know the feeling. You sit down in front of your computer. Think about launching the DAW, but you don't. And you wonder why.https://beabetterartist.com/

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