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Sofia A Koutlaki's avatar

Oh Becca, thank you for your kind words. I also feel refreshed in turn, when I rediscover the truth of our common humanity. Thank you for reading and for taking the time to comment!

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Margaret Lennon's avatar

Dear Sofia

Such beautiful, heartfelt words.

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Sofia A Koutlaki's avatar

Thank you for reading, Margaret. I am so excited about the singing journey we are both on, and can't wait where it will take us!

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Victoria Osborne's avatar

Dear Sofia, in learning music we all feel the same - at least from time to time - no matter what standard we reach. When I feel that I can't do it, I think of Galatea who persevered in her positivity and came to life. Then I ask myself, how would Galatea tackle that run of semiquavers? I am sure with your Brunhildean determination your voice is coming to life - it has to me anyway through your writing. Thank you as always for making me think.

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Sofia A Koutlaki's avatar

Dear Victoria, it feels so good to have common experience reaffirmed. I love how you use a myth to guide you through practical challenges; I am finding mental constructs helpful in singing. Thank you for reading and for your supportive words!

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felice rhiannon's avatar

thank you sofia, for outlining the path to liberation, on all levels. a resonant 'hallelujah'!

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Sofia A Koutlaki's avatar

Thank you for reading felice. Yes, let the vploice ring out!

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Lillian Duggan's avatar

This resonates with me deeply, Sofia. I'm working on finding my voice and claiming it and using it, on stopping myself from saying no to my instincts to express myself. Thank you for the inspiration, as always.

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Sofia A Koutlaki's avatar

Dear Lillian, I am so pleased you found this essay resonant. So many different lives, so many common truths! Thank you for always being so encouraging.

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Becka Khanna's avatar

Thank you Sofia, I relish your posts. Through so gracefully sharing your reflections on life, I read these and become refreshed. In turn, curiosity to drive my own learnings is sparked anew.

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