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The most honest thing I ever heard from a musician
Apr 15, 2025

The most honest thing I ever heard from a musician

And why taking care of yourself doesn’t make you any less of a musician.

Brian Zhang
Brian Zhang
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You have to suffer to be a "Real Artist"
Mar 11, 2025

You have to suffer to be a "Real Artist"

Or Is That Just What You’ve Been Told?

Brian Zhang
Brian Zhang
StoriesStories
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How to stop doubting yourself and start embracing your success
Jan 28, 2025

How to stop doubting yourself and start embracing your success

Why Imposter Syndrome Is a Sign You’re on the Right Track

Brian Zhang
Brian Zhang
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How to Find Hope in a Broken Music Industry
Jan 14, 2025

How to Find Hope in a Broken Music Industry

Two moments that reminded me why music still matters

Brian Zhang
Brian Zhang
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2024 Broke Me. But It Also Gave Me This
Dec 24, 2024

2024 Broke Me. But It Also Gave Me This

Here's Why I'm Still Hopeful for 2025

Brian Zhang
Brian Zhang
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The Silent Struggle of Being a Musician
Dec 17, 2024

The Silent Struggle of Being a Musician

Behind every song, there’s a battle. Here’s why our struggle matters.

Brian Zhang
Brian Zhang
StoriesStories
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200 Subscribers: A Milestone That Means More Than Numbers
Nov 26, 2024

200 Subscribers: A Milestone That Means More Than Numbers

How Your Support is Helping Break the Silence Around Mental Health in Music

Brian Zhang
Brian Zhang
StoriesStories
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How To Find Balance In A World Of Pressure
Nov 12, 2024

How To Find Balance In A World Of Pressure

A Musician’s Journey from Burnout to Balance

Brian Zhang
Brian Zhang
StoriesStories
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The Loneliness Paradox: Why We’re More Connected Yet Feel More Alone
Nov 06, 2024

The Loneliness Paradox: Why We’re More Connected Yet Feel More Alone

How One Night Changed My Perspective on Purpose and Connection

Brian Zhang
Brian Zhang
Mental Health Mental Health
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The Unspoken Truth About Musicians and Money
Oct 22, 2024

The Unspoken Truth About Musicians and Money

It’s Time to Face the Financial Elephant in the Room

Brian Zhang
Brian Zhang
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My Journey from Burnout to Breakthrough
Sep 24, 2024

My Journey from Burnout to Breakthrough

And the One Lesson Every Musician Needs to Hear

Brian Zhang
Brian Zhang
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How I Learnt To Be Okay With Not Being Okay
Sep 10, 2024

How I Learnt To Be Okay With Not Being Okay

Lessons I Learned After My First Panic Attack

Brian Zhang
Brian Zhang
I write about my journey with depression as a musician to challenge the mental health stigma and help fellow musicians build resilience in today’s music industry.

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I write about my journey with depression as a musician to challenge the mental health stigma and help fellow musicians build resilience in today’s music industry.

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