Category: Email Archives
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How Long Does It Take To Learn Piano?
I got an email someone who’s wondering how long it will take to learn piano. I get this question a lot and I’m sure it makes sense in the head of whoever’s asking it. But, I’ve been playing the piano for decades and I’m still not good at it. So, what hope do you have?…
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Worried About Starting Piano Lessons
My way of teaching piano uses mindfulness. You might not know that because I haven’t used that word much lately. That’s because it has connotations I’m trying to avoid. But, I got an email from someone who’s interested in mindfulness. So, let’s talk about it. (The email is in a bold italic font, and my responses are…
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Have you heard the good news?
Hey, have you heard the Good News of your personal Lord and Savior, Michael Korman? Here’s the deal: if you do as I say, you’ll be saved from your sins. I know what you’re thinking: “Michael, I have no sins.” Nonsense, for all have sinned and come short of the glory of Michael. So, if you’re…
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Weekly Update – July 2, 2021
I’m giving you an update for the past two weeks, because this is my first weekly update, and I want to get you more up to speed. Hope this is entertaining and helpful. News I’ve been categorizing my content produced over the past year+. Here are the basic categories I’ve come up with so far: Art Influencing…
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Authenticity vs. External Results
Since the beginning of the pandemic, I’ve been working non-stop on sharing my ideas about piano playing, meditation, and being creative. It’s been quite a ride. I’ve made a few friends, lost tons and tons of friends, and learned a lot about how to create content. I’m still trying to figure out how to attract…
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Here’s the thing with writer’s block
Writer’s block is a huge con. You think the idea is: “I’m trying to write something, but I don’t know what to write. There’s a block.” Yeah, that’s not it. Writer’s block happens because you’re afraid of something. What is it? Could be anything: “I won’t express myself very well.” “I’ll be misunderstood.” “What will…