Monika Zając

Nothing huge, just movement, breath, and doing it again tomorrow.

Free improvisation in music isn’t about being good. It’s not about knowing theory, practicing scales, or impressing anyone. It’s about letting go of the rules.

After years of deep inner work − therapy, journaling, drawing, meditating − I felt like I had changed. I was calmer. Braver. Freer. I didn't realize I was still stuck.

I’m a perfectionist. Always have been. It doesn’t help that I can spot a double space from a mile away. But here’s the kicker: I work in event organization.

A year ago, I was preparing for what should’ve been a super casual interview. It was hosted by my friend, in Polish, and I even got the list of questions ahead of time. I thought I was ready. Then it started with something I hadn’t prepared for: “Can you introduce yourself?”

There’s something deeply satisfying about seeing small efforts finally come together. I felt that recently while flipping through another finished sketchbook.