The Storytelling Lab How the Soundtracks of Our Lives Shape who We Become with Patrick Hicks
Oct 27, 2025
In a lively conversation, Patrick Hicks, creator of the viral TikTok @patrickhicksmusic and host of The Guest List, shares his journey through music storytelling. He discusses how a 30-day creative challenge reignited his passion, leading to a thriving audience. Patrick emphasizes the emotional power of music and how curiosity drives his storytelling. He highlights the importance of authenticity over polish, advocating for uplifting narratives. The conversation also touches on balancing content creation with family and the joy of unexpectedly connecting over shared musical tastes.
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Create In The Cracks Of Your Day
- Find time in the cracks of your day to create: nights, meetings, and kid routines are usable slots.
- Prioritize creative work by dropping other hobbies and accepting short-term imbalance to grow momentum.
Ship Cringy Work To Build Momentum
- Do the work consistently at first even if early pieces are cringy; the habit builds skill and momentum.
- Use a short commitment (like 30 days) to force consistency and discover what resonates.
Keep Producing Until You Improve
- Embrace early embarrassment and view early work as practice toward mastery.
- Keep producing until skill and confidence replace awkwardness.
