"I was a pretty insecure kid, didn't have a lot of friends, and was picked on a lot, and music gave me confidence"
- Sarah McLachlan
About this Quote
This quote by Sarah McLachlan talks to the power of music in her life. As a child, she was insecure and lacked buddies, and was frequently teased. Music supplied her with a sense of confidence and self-regard that she was unable to find somewhere else. It gave her a sense of belonging and function, and allowed her to reveal her emotions in a way that she was not able to do in other areas of her life. Music was a source of comfort and strength for her, and it enabled her to discover her own voice and identity. Music was a way for her to manage the difficulties of her childhood, and it gave her the courage to face the world with self-confidence.
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