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The Passion Project: Violin Edition

The Passion Project: Violin Edition

Written by: Marlene Cruz Lozano
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A reflective podcast about rediscovering your musical voice, rebuilding creative identity, and reclaiming the violin after burnout. Hosted by violinist and educator Marlene Cruz Lozano, each episode offers honest conversations, personal stories, and gentle insights for musicians navigating passion, pressure, and growth.Marlene Cruz Lozano Art Entertainment & Performing Arts
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  • Why Motivation Isn’t the Problem (And What Actually Helps)

    Why Motivation Isn’t the Problem (And What Actually Helps)
    Mar 22 2026

    If you’ve ever wondered why motivation feels so inconsistent when it comes to practicing, this episode offers a different perspective.


    Instead of trying to fix motivation, we explore how to understand it — and how to work with it in a more sustainable way.


    This is for adult violinists navigating full lives, looking for a way to stay connected to their instrument without relying on constant discipline.


    In this episode of The Passion Project: Violin Edition, I’m sharing the audio version of a reflection titled Why Motivation Isn’t the Problem (And What Actually Helps).


    This piece explores a common frustration among adult violinists — the feeling that motivation is unreliable — and offers a shift in how to approach it.


    Rather than trying to fix motivation, we begin to understand its natural rhythm, and what actually supports consistency over time.


    This is not about pushing harder. It’s about building a way of practicing that works with your life — not against it.


    Until next time — never stop playing.

    — Marlene
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