My personal experience
I've been playing the violin since a young age, and I've always loved learning more about that instrument. Even though my passion for the violin was strong the time and effort weren't. I always had a hard time sitting down and practicing, but for some reason I wouldn't ever give up. Looking back there is a lot of things I wish I would have done differently, a sad thing to me is all the big opportunities I gave up because of my anxiety of never being good at the violin. But even though I missed those chance I still haven't given up my love for music and play. It is like a get away from reality.
Throughout my middle school years and high school years I played the violin. Since my high school was very small, we got opportunities that other high schools might've not gotten to experience. I went on to entering little competitions throughout my high school! I even got the chance to go to a full-on state competition and I was given the opportunity to have a profession violin player to help me practice, but I had the thought of never being good enough to play so I backed out of the competition a week before it happened, I was pressured to perfecting everything practicing for more than 4 hours piled on to my already long stack of homework. I never had anyone appreciating the work and effort I put in to playing, and I think if someone just noticed I would be happy, but I think that was one of the reasons I backed out of that competition.
Pressure and Anxiety
Being a musician is a rewarding yet challenging career path that often comes with its own set of stressors and anxieties. The pressure to perform well, meet deadlines, and constantly strive for perfection can take a toll on one's mental and emotional well-being. Musicians invest a significant amount of time and effort into their craft, which can lead to feelings of self-doubt and fear of failure.
Moreover, the competitive nature of the music industry adds another layer of stress, as musicians are constantly vying for opportunities and recognition. This constant need to prove oneself can create a sense of insecurity and vulnerability, contributing to the overall feeling of anxiety. Most musicians can miss opportunities due to these things and that's a thing that should be considered when a musician being or even listening to a musician. So, the next time you get to listen to a friend, or a profession musician appreciate them because they might need that little appreciate.
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