"The point is to aim towards perfectionism, it's not to actually reach it...why would anyone expect to be perfect at something they can't do and succeed straight away?" - Osian Roberts Settle in to this open, honest, sometimes funny, and often vulnerable conversation about living a creative life with Osian Roberts, saxophonist, composer and arranger, as we chat about his journey from visual art, to acting, to music -- and finding the point of it all, through success, failure, and the steps in between. In this episode we talk about: - the creative life - challenges of perfectionism - talent, skills and hard work - Self learning - fearing failure - choosing the creative path you love vs the one you are naturally good at - finding creative balance Connect with Osian on his website, www.osianrobertsjazz.com You can also find him on Spotify, Facebook @osianroberts, and Instagram @osianrobertstenor

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Today is the day you vow to follow your heart and not your fear. If only it were that easy! The Courageous Voice podcast chronicles international artists, creatives, plus a handful of scientists, and their stories of fear, courageousness and creativity. Hosted by singer, storyteller and self-proclaimed joy spreader, Chanda Rule, The Courageous Voice inspires us to share our voices courageously in spite of our fears through courageous conversation and community.