"It is not because things are difficult that we do not dare; it is because we do not dare that they are difficult." — Seneca Just as the Stoic philosopher Seneca reminds us that mastery begins with courage, understanding the flattened 7th resolution requires us to venture beyond the familiar territory of basic guitar theory. This seemingly complex harmonic concept—once understood—becomes one of the most powerful tools in your musical arsenal. Understanding the Magic Behind Hi

The Impediment to Action Advances Action. What Stands in the Way Becomes the Way." This Stoic principle from Marcus Aurelius perfectly captures the essence of Mastodon's "Teardrinker"—a song about confronting pain, regret, and the difficult choices that shape us. The title itself evokes the Stoic practice of acknowledging suffering whilst finding strength through adversity. Just as the Stoics taught that obstacles reveal our character and provide opportunities for growth, "Te

"Some things are within our power, whilst others are not. Within our power are opinion, motivation, desire, aversion, and, in a word, whatever is of our own doing; not within our power are our body, our property, reputation, office, and, in a word, whatever is not of our own doing."  — Epictetus, Enchiridion As a guitarist, you cannot control natural talent, the speed of your progress, or how quickly concepts "click." But you can  control your focus, your practice approach, a

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