Originally Posted by: john of MT

Now, in this thread, is a good time for my semi-annual plug for [u]Zen Guitar[/u]. It's a short book, a quick read and can be had for way cheap if you buy it used. I know no one who ever regretted reading it (although I know there are some out there somewhere ). The writing really applies to this thread and can be quite a boon to any guitar player. FYI, it is [u]not[/u] a writing about religion.

Do a ""zen guitar" forum search and you'll find quite a bit of discussion and support/recommendation from members and an instructor or two.

https://www.amazon.com/Zen-Guitar-Philip-Toshio-Sudo/dp/068483877X

Which means it's probably time for my yearly read of this book :). I believe you had turned me onto it.

I highly recommend this also. It describes a frame of mind and a way of thinking that is quite helpful in keeping a positive outlook...which can be half the battle sometimes.