Getting back into guitar

Hello all my name is Liv, I played "learned" basic guitar years ago in middle and highschool but my fiancé when I met him was so good that I quit because it put me to shame. (LOL) in retrospect as an adult I decided to get back into it and what little i did know i am really rusty on. I'm hoping to one day accompany him in our evangelism efforts although he was always more of a metal guitarist (I was punk rock at the time but now lean to Acoustic/rock/ ccm) But I'm excited to be here I guess. :P

Hey Liv.[br][br]It is great that you got past the feeling of shame. [br]I used to compare myself to others and think "what is the point of learning guitar, when there are thousands of better players than me..".[br][br]But now, I understand that through the guitar, emotions are spoken. Music is an expression of self, and our lives are unique, so our music is too. So understanding this, shows us that no matter our level of skill, we are needed to be heard by someone, for whatever reason.[br][br]Instead of comparing yourself from now on, just realise that every respected player that you appreciate has started where you are right now. [br][br]I, myself used to play for my own ears, and never shared my music around because I thought i was a bad player because I couldnt play fast, or technically like others. But after meeting the right people, they have told me that my music has healed them and made them feel good. Yeah, my slow paced, soft, easy to play songs. [br][br]I hope by saying this, it motivates you and shows you that there are many of us who are in this similar situation, as I am glad that you shared it with me :)[br][br]All the best, goodluck!

Hello and welcome Liv, so good to hear you have taken it back up!

Jordon, those words are beautiful, so well spoken!

Originally Posted by: tedsheeranthehamsterI'm excited to be here I guess. :P

Hi Liv. I remember that feeling. Excited is a good restart.

Originally Posted by: William MG

Jordon, those words are beautiful, so well spoken!

:) thanks William

Yay, Liv! This is for YOU!

-Lisa