The Quiet Kid

There is always that one kid in class. The one who never speaks. Sitting alone in the back of the classroom just trying not to be noticed or seen. It always seems to work, they just fade into the shadows disappearing just to be lost in the world without any notice. Deep down they want to be known. Deep down they want to be heard but this lingering fear deep in their mind whispers that if they are seen they will be hurt or made fun of. So they just sit their, remain quiet, and keep to themselves. They live in a quiet place amongst all the noise of the world telling them things to ruin their self esteem. They fear the unknown and everything that can't be controled. Their life is in chaos because they are stuck in their head.

There's one thing that comforts them and brings them life. The one thing that brings them out of the chaos back to real life. The simple little melody of the song in their head. The harmonies of life grow in response to the tune they begin to hum. The little feels of joy that flow from each song. When they can't speak for themselves and don't know where they belong. They can find a home among the chords of a song. Harmonizing to life and clearing the air. The magic of music alone in despair. This magical new life is what can save a life.

If you feel alone and lost like this kid I want to encourage you to find your melody. Music is more than just a song you listen to. It can be cleansing and healing to you. You can find encouragement and peace within music. It truly is a way to escape the pain and hurt of life and make yourself feel again. We all listen to music differently and have a different taste in what we like. This can even change as our mood changes throughout the day. Sometimes you need to just sit down and listen to a sad song and that is okay. But maybe you need to get up and dance and forget about the world for a moment and that is okay as well.

You can use music to help you no matter how you are feeling. You can share a song with a loved one or listen to it yourself. There are endless opportunities to incorporate music into your life. Music has made such a big impact on people's lives that there is unlimited access to the worlds catalog of music at your finger tips everyday. It's amazing if you think about it how many choices we have to listen to.

What if you can't find that perfect song? Then make it. The world is always open to something new. You have a story and a vision so bring it to life. Share it with the world! You could change someone elses life by your song. Don't be afraid of what others might think be yourself and be authentic. The world needs more authenticity and would it be worth it if you touched just one persons life and helped them through a tough situation they were going through.

Here is your call to action: go out and make a difference in the world. Go write that song or paint that picture. Whatever your calling is go out and make a difference. Don't hold back because of some fear someone might not like what you make. We wouldn't have any great art if every artist held back because of the fear they felt. Go be free and authentic! The world needs you and your art!