At a Keith Jarrett Concert in Philadelphia, I found myself sitting next to Eddie Jones, an old-time, jazz drummer. Keith Jarrett (if you’re unfamiliar) is a jazz pianist, and inarguably one of the most innovative improvisational artists alive. As Keith dove deeper and deeper into his playing, Eddie dove deeper and deeper into Keith. Eddie was swayin’ and boppin’ and playin’ air drums like it was nobody’s business. The energy they both exuded was enchanting.
 
During the intermission Eddie and I struck up a conversation. We delved into the spiritual component of music and visual art. Eddie described Keith Jarrett as a “conduit”—a channel through which the energy of the universe flows. We, as kindred artists, shared our appreciation for Jarrett’s remarkable gifts, commenting of the extraordinary discipline and commitment that he must eternally honor. But what really struck us was where Jarrett lived beyond the music. Even beyond himself.

 We came to realize that Keith Jarrett’s mind-blowing talent relies on a principle that Eddie so eloquently offered; “You got’s to get out the way!” In other words, you’ve got to let go!

Eddie’s words struck a place of deep truth. The restrictions that we impose on ourselves through preconceived notions of a logic-based outcome often render us oblivious to life’s greatest miracles—the unforeseen gifts of the universe. Tiptoeing through life, “notting” yourself into self-defeat—not yet, not ready, not now, not enough, not sure, not safe, not known, not comfortable, not predictable, not definable, not me—will inevitably lead you toward an existence of fear-driven compromises, resentment, anxiety and regret. You can instead, choose to let go of such self-imposed limitations and become boundless. Absolute. Free of such confines. Instead, you decide to embrace and explore your infinite potential. Creating rather than reacting.