The Mental Musician
A weekly newsletter where I share stories about my life in music and my struggles with mental health, so other musicians don’t feel alone and feel more comfortable opening up about what we’re really going through.
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Stories
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Jan 7, 2026
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11 min read
A Love Letter To My Depression
The friend who I never asked for, but don't want to leave completely...
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Family
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May 7, 2026
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9 min read
A story to remind you you’re not alone
Even when it feels like music is all you have
Stories
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Apr 16, 2026
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8 min read
The Last Time I Played Guitar for My Grandma
For my Po Po and Nai Nai — on grief, guilt, and learning how to say goodbye
Stories
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Apr 2, 2026
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17 min read
I’m okay with being a failed musician.
But it took me years to accept that.
Stories
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Mar 5, 2026
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12 min read
For 15 minutes, I Was A Rockstar At Philadelphia Airport
Somewhere between a cancelled flight and a crowd of strangers, I found a reason to keep going
Family
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Feb 18, 2026
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14 min read
How I Became a Master at Hiding My Pain
But as I say goodbye to my Grandma, I realise I'm not as alone as I thought.
