My battle as a beginner opens up a world of wonder, by Nataly Dawn Meditative Story

When Nataly Dawn’s family moves from the U.S. to a tiny town in the middle of France, she finds herself unable to speak, read, or even play the way the other kids do. It’s embarrassing, being a rock-bottom beginner in 5th grade — but as she slowly learns the language, she finds a new kind of joy in the process of discovery. The singer-songwriter who is one-half of the band Pomplamoose shares how a beginner’s mindset — even if it’s uncomfortable at first — can be a doorway to connection and joy.

Learn more about Nataly Dawn at NatalyDawnMusic.com — where you can snag tickets for her upcoming tour!

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