I’ve always known how lucky I am to have parents who believed in my dream — even when it didn’t look practical or promising. Their support gave me the freedom to take music seriously, to treat it like a real path instead of just a hobby.

Of course, it hasn’t always been easy. Even with support, choosing a creative path comes with doubt, fear, and a million unknowns. But when you grow up feeling like the people who know you best believe you’re capable — not just talented, but actually capable — it shapes the way you move through the world.

This conversation is a reflection on what that support looked like, how it helped me navigate the messy middle of making music into a career, and why I believe the way we parent creative kids matters more than we think. If you've ever felt torn between your passion and practicality — or if you're a parent wondering how to support your child without pushing — I think you’ll relate.

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