Tag: Perserverance
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Why Can’t A Musician Also Be A Plumber?
Philip Glass is an influential composer and pianist. His operas, symphonies, and chamber music are highly regarded. Three of his film scores were nominated for the Oscars. While establishing his career, Glass supported himself by working as a plumber*. Once during a service visit in New York City in the 1970s, he came across Robert Hughes,…
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Facing a crisis
When a crisis happens—and it does—a sound first step is to be still. Pause. Breathe. Acknowledge the emotions: fear, shock, dread, sorrow, or anger. Be compassionate with yourself, but don’t let the emotions take over. They are not the priority. Your response is. When the stakes are high, clarity is critical. If you remain calm,…