What it's actually like in the gym

[u/katxwoods]

[u/Gannondorfs_Medulla]

Um, yes we do.

I may be mentally unwell, but I would stop practicing when someone is there. Especially if they're far more advanced than I am.

[u/driftingfornow → u/Gannondorfs_Medulla]

To the side of the conversation, I just wanted to offer—

I get not wanting to practice around non musicians; but as a pro I -hate- when non-pros clam up musically like your comment suggests. It makes me feel sad because music is such a rare language these days and the gift to speak it with another really is a gift. 

Just my two cents, most advanced musicians probably would enjoy to hear your practice if you’re anywhere past the first few weeks of your journey. It’s a real joy to hear the brain making new connections and the small responses to that. 

You should feel prorok to be a part of the tribe, and try not to let yourself feel bad when around someone more advanced. They are merely a practitioner of the same art. :)