If all you’re doing when you’re out on the road is driving, eating, sound checking, playing and then driving again…you’re missing out. Relationally, in life, in growth.
You have some laughs, confer on the setlist, ask what the other person wants to eat…but come on, these are the people you are WITH. These are the people you’ve chosen to be with, and the people you’re with are the people you will learn about life through.
They can nurture you, you can nurture them.
Will you?
Some might boil this idea down to “you have to be a good hang”. But that’s not at all what I’m talking about.
I’m talking about taking initiative and responsibility for deep connection with the people you’re spending all this time with.
And we all know, on the road…you’ve got the time.
Musicians are so good at talking about themselves and yet so sparse in vulnerability.
Dig deeper, care more, listen with your heart (not your head). There is life here.
You want to become a truly unique band?
Love one another. Get to know one another, truly. Grow together.
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I’m always interested in your perspective, whether affirming or dissenting. Continue the conversation anytime: gabethebassplayer@gmail.com