AuDHD Flourishing 54 When Dreams Feel Impossible
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Jun 22, 2024 Ever felt like your dreams are just out of reach? The host shares a personal journey through a decade of rejections in the music world, highlighting the emotional toll on confidence. They advocate for the importance of letting go of stressful dreams for mental health. Discover the benefits of prioritizing survival and creative exploration. Experience a transformative practice for easing dream anxiety and embrace self-compassion while navigating life's challenges. It's a heartfelt reminder that it's okay to pivot and redefine what success means.
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A Decade Of Rejection In Composition
- Mattia describes ten years of near-constant rejection in his composition career, with only one early acceptance into a master's program.
- That decade of applying and being rejected deeply hurt his confidence and shaped his trajectory.
Elitism Shapes Classical Music Careers
- Mattia highlights how elitism and social connections shape classical music careers and advantage those with wealth and access.
- Growing up poor left them without the networking advantages that many successful young musicians enjoy.
Small Wins That Restarted Momentum
- Mattia recounts a turning point in 2018 with a collaborative fog-sculpture project and a short film score shown in 12 countries.
- These events plus a 2019 anonymous fellowship finalist spot catalyzed subsequent opportunities.