Originally posted by Diki:
... we have all seen musicians who beat themselves up constantly for not matching their OWN lofty goals, while all around them others tell them how good they really are!
Believe it or not, that's my problem.
In other words I trust myself (and my Wife in the Vocals Department) only.
Having said that, "myself" is made up of many things.
My experiences & memories of what should and shouldn't happen in a performance. My recollections of some of the best (and worst) performers of the Genre(s) I'm performing. My own reaction to watching my performances on Video, etc etc etc.
I am my own worst and harshest critic, and that judgement is tempered by many, many things "Music 'n Showbiz wise" if you get me, and that's good enough (and harsh enough lol) for me.