About me
Hey there! I’m Sarai, and I’m currently a student pursuing a career in the medical field, but outside of my studies, there’s another passion that takes up a good part of my life—playing the electric guitar. Music has always been a part of my life, I've been trying to discover, but it wasn't until I picked up the guitar that I truly found a way to express myself. In this post, I want to share why guitar playing has become such an important hobby for me, how it helps me in different parts of life, and why the guitar community is one of the most supportive groups out there.Why I Enjoy Playing Guitar:
The guitar, for me, is more than just an instrument; it’s a way to clear my head and focus on something positive. I love the excitement of learning new songs and even discovering new music, but it’s also incredibly therapeutic. Playing guitar allows me to release stress and unwind. The feeling of progression, like mastering a difficult song or perfecting a technique, keeps me motivated. Beyond that, it’s helped me develop patience and discipline—qualities that extend into other areas of my life, including my studies.
Here’s a picture of my first guitar, a Squier Stratocaster I got almost two years ago. I remember watching countless videos on how to hold a guitar and read guitar tabs before I even had one! I’m still learning new techniques and hope to get a ‘fancier’ guitar and a higher-quality setup in the future.
The Supportive Guitar Community:
One of the best parts about being a guitarist is the community that comes with it. The guitar world is full of people who are not only passionate about music, but are also eager to help others. From online forums to social media groups, I’ve seen countless guitarists share tips, lessons, and encouragement with one another. It’s inspiring to witness the generosity within the community, with many well-known guitarists even donating guitars to kids who wouldn’t otherwise have access to one.In fact, organizations like, Giving Guitars (Check out Giving Guitars) are making a positive impact by donating guitars to those in need, encouraging them to learn an instrument and use music as a way to overcome hardship. This sense of camaraderie is what makes the guitar world special—no matter where you are on your musical journey, there’s always someone willing to lend a hand, offer advice, or just play together.
Hi Sarai,
ReplyDeleteI am glad that we had similar opinions on the fact that our hobbies are emotional outlets for us. I couldn't agree more. That's amazing that you were able to pick it up and learn because when I tried to I couldn't get over the pain of my fingers on the strings!
Thank you!
I agree with you and thank you for sharing. The world of music is always full of life and energy. And when we know how to use a musical instrument, we will always keep our health in the best condition.
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ReplyDeleteI enjoyed reading about why you like to play the guitar and what it means to you. It is incredible how you were able to teach yourself how to play. I have never played the guitar, but I agree with your blog. As well as I had never heard of the organization giving guitars before. Thank you for sharing!
Hi Sarai, it was nice reading your post about your hobby. I think it's also cool that you taught yourself how to play guitar. I definitely agree and relate with how your hobby can be therapeutic and release stress.
ReplyDeleteHi Sarai, took a class in high school intro to guitar but that was so long ago. Thank you for the information about the big community of people want to teach others how to play over social media. It has been so long since I played that I am afraid I forgot everything and did not know where to turn for help. When I pick my guitar back up again I know where to help me dust all that rust off!
ReplyDeleteHello, this was a great read. Even though I don't play the guitar I completely see your perspective as I did play the saxophone growing up. Your blog inspires to to pick the instrument back up!
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