Lately, I’ve been wrestling with the noise in my recordingsbackground hums, subtle hisses, and all those little imperfections that seem impossible to eliminate. It’s frustrating, especially when I’m aiming for that pristine sound. But I’ve been thinking about Stoic philosophy and how it might help me reframe this struggle.
The Stoics often talk about accepting what’s outside our control and focusing on how we respond to it. In audio engineering, noise feels like one of those thingssometimes unavoidable, no matter how much I tweak the settings or upgrade my gear. Maybe instead of fighting it, there’s a way to see it as part of the process, even part of the art.
Has anyone else tried applying Stoic principles to their creative work? How do you balance striving for excellence with accepting imperfections? I’d love to hear your thoughts or any tips on how to shift my mindset without losing that drive to improve.