tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10721624.post6379405190791731861..comments2023-10-30T12:26:15.822+01:00Comments on Research as a Second Language: Music LessonsThomashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04858865501469168339noreply@blogger.comBlogger2125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10721624.post-35908722507995647032009-08-21T09:26:29.587+02:002009-08-21T09:26:29.587+02:00Well, I would say that those who find playing thei...Well, I would say that those who find playing their instrument <i>only</i> fun (never a chore, never difficult, never frustrating) are not learning anything. They aren't developing their craft. It was probably not much fun to sit in front of the great Segovia and demonstrate your abilities.<br /><br />The trick is to work at it regularly (ideally, every day) <i>whether its fun or not</i>. That goes for writing as well.<br /><br />That said, I can't imagine get really good at something that doesn't dependably give you pleasure. Writing isn't enjoyable for everyone. I'm not sure what can be done for those who <i>must</i> write but really don't enjoy it.Thomashttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04858865501469168339noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10721624.post-24098273558613160312009-08-21T08:55:06.604+02:002009-08-21T08:55:06.604+02:00If writing only were (always) as fun as practicing...If writing only were (always) as fun as practicing or playing an instrument... What about making it fun, enjoyable, or even being 'addicted' to writing (as one can be addicted to getting better playing an instrument)? Not that writing is never fun but how can the fun part become a permanent companion? Any suggestions?Christian Wymannhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17442514131137313080noreply@blogger.com