It is August so I started thinking – would you eat ice cream for breakfast?

Of course, the “right” answer is no. But that would be a wrong answer.

Because the question isn’t about having ice cream for breakfast every day. Instead, it’s about being flexible to try something new. Something you will likely enjoy. Something that may not be the best choice, but could be a good treat on rare occasion.

Having a treat is a way to go about getting outside your box. Doing something to shake up your routine. Trying something unorthodox to make everything a little tastier (better!). What sorts of things can you do to “have ice cream for breakfast” for your playing? Here’s a few ideas:

Use a different approach – literally. Turn your harp around, move to a new room, play from the column. Just change it up and see what happens.

Ask someone else what they hear – or try to hear it differently. This can be through recording or just listening. Check all your judgement at the metaphorical door and really listen creatively!

Teach it – I am always amazed at how different a tune is when you’re teaching it than when you’re playing it!

Question how things have always been done – never stop asking Why? What? Why not?

Get uncomfortable – ok, really all of this is about getting uncomfortable! A little discomfort can be revealing, freeing, and uncomfortable! And it’s good for you. Just like having ice cream for breakfast could be!

Would you have ice cream for breakfast? What flavor? Let me know – I’m open to trying new tastes and I can’t wait to hear your thoughts!