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MichaelAnthony Does one have to prove oneself daily? (25) Does one have to prove oneself daily? 14 Apr 02


I've gotten to where I'm playing at open mics whenever I get a chance, usually every other day or so.

Someone offered me half a gig, and I have a lead on another one. Now I have to practice and prepare for one 45 minute set, possible 2 45 minutes sets if I get the call on the other gig. Just what I needed, really!

Just wondering if part of being a performer is a certain amount of potentially healthy insecurity. Yesterday, for example, I felt for some reason, well, "I suck" or something...and felt like I needed some confirmation that I don't, like playing in front of people.

What's good about this? I have a hunch that most performers go thru this. Should I factor this in as part of


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