Dealing With Burnout
Burnout-it’s inevitable in all practices. It’s tough staying consistent with your practice,as progress can feel slow and life can get busy.I remember back in middle school,the only reason I kept up with my practice was because of required practice sheets.But once I got to high school and those required practice sheets disappeared,so did my motivation.Practicing felt like a chore.Staying motivated is hard,but there are things you can do to keep your passion for practicing alive.Here are a few things that have worked for me and might help you too.
Set Goals and a Practice Routine
One thing that might help is setting clear,achievable goals.Whether it’s mastering a few tricky measures or being able to run through an entire piece smoothly,setting goals gives your practice a purpose. Small goals are okay!It makes a huge difference.On the other hand, another thing that might help is setting aside a consistent time each day to practice.As a college student,for example,I study from 7:15 to 8:15 in the mornings.It’s now a part of my routine,and I don’t have to think twice about it.The same principle can be applied to practicing your instrument.You should choose a time that works in your schedule and stick to it.
Reward Yourself
Practicing can be exhausting.That’s why it’s perfectly okay to reward yourself after a practice session.Personally,when I managed to push through and get some practice done,I would sometimes treat myself to a bowl of ice cream afterwards.You deserve to pat yourself on the back for practicing!
Change It Up
One more thing that might help is keeping it interesting while practicing.You never have to grind through the same pieces every single minute.Feel free to change it up! Play something fun.You can always build fundamentals through pieces like movie themes or pop songs.Try sight-reading new pieces,playing duets with a friend, or even practice improvising a bit.Variety helps keep practice fresh and prevent burnout.
Surround Yourself With Music
Lastly,I recommend listening to professionals of your instrument even when you’re not playing.It can be both inspiring and educational.You will develop a better ear for phrasing,tone,and style,without having to practice!It might just give you that extra push to pick back up your instrument too.With that said,I hope you find that spark that can help reignite your motivation to practice. It’s tough out there,but I hope these tips can help deal with any burnout!
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