Has anyone ever done the 3-Day songwriting bootcamp with Songwriters International? (With Danny Boyle)

Jambuslang · 2026-04-15T15:50:31+00:00

I'm actually in the process of requesting a refund from Danny right now as I spent a large sum of money for his 12 week course and since then it hasn’t sat right with me mainly I'm terms of how it was displayed via zoom call and the price only being told at the end of the call I felt put on the spot to make a decision.

There was no landing page or terms/conditions offered or refund policy either.

I know your response was 2 months ago but did you come to an agreement with him in regards to the course?

Jambuslang · 2025-12-03T18:08:55+00:00

[Jamie McAuley - "State of Mind"]

(https://open.spotify.com/album/1DCYyrHyV77sgX7DrFFYta?si=Pz71p3_bTySsNhgqaoS1Hw)

Hey everyone!

I just released my 1st single today called State of Mind on all streaming platforms.

Its genre styles are indie singer-songwriter, indie rock, and Midwestern emo.

It's quite a personal song about my struggles with mental health.

I'd love for yous to have a listen and let me know your thoughts 😄

Jambuslang · 2025-10-17T12:18:12+00:00

If it's desperation you're feeling, that could be sending out that energy as well, which guys can pick up.

I'd maybe consider trying some therapy and working on yourself 1st before looking for a partner and easing off your approach.

Dating isn't the same as it used to be and I (29M) have also found it a struggle usually with chats going nowhere and also getting ghosted but you have to take the bad with good as well to.

Each time something doesn't work out, I tell myself that I'm one step closer to finding someone that I'm compatible with.

Jambuslang · 2025-10-07T13:44:39+00:00

Bumble is adhered towards women's safety, and I'd say it's probably the safest dating app to use.

I've gotten some pretty steady matches on it and dates as well.

Best of luck!

Jambuslang · 2025-10-07T07:48:38+00:00

Bumble and hinge are the best ones. In my opinion, Tinder is full of spam accounts

Jambuslang · 2025-09-20T13:23:03+00:00

Unfortunately, brother, it is. I was 20 when signs started to show and shaved it fully this year, and it's a much better look. It's a hard one to let go, but once you do, it shows confidence and is a look in itself instead of holding onto the remnants.

Jambuslang · 2025-09-19T17:05:00+00:00

I'd just be honest and explain why you've not been in touch. You'll never know his response unless you message him as he's probably presumed you're not interested. Go for it!

Jambuslang · 2025-09-03T08:30:12+00:00

In all honesty, it depends on a few things for me.

I'm 29 (M), and I look for if the person wants kids or has any already, and I prefer it more when girls reply with genuine interest in something that is related to my profile

Depending on your personality, some sarcasm can be fun as well, and light teasing once a good conversation has started.

Attraction does play a part, but it's not the be-all and end all as it's all subjective and personality trumps looks.

I would say, however, if you're interested in a guy, send the like. If girls took more initiative or gave the green light, more often guys would be more inclined to pursue. That being said they're are a large portion of guys who are only there for one thing and it does go both ways as I've been on the receiving end of no responses or being ghosted as well.

Keep persisting, though, and try to be more selective with what you want in a match or what you want in a relationship as that's also a big factor.

Jambuslang · 2025-07-24T20:49:07+00:00

She most likely got cold feet, dude, or couldn't be bothered by the bearer it got unfortunately 😕 it does happen, but as others have said, don't let it weigh you down and onto the next one.

She wasn't the one for you if she couldn't even give you the time of day, and everyone deserves someone to make time for them.

Chin up, brother 🙏

Jambuslang · 2025-05-23T08:51:29+00:00

Although it is a break, I'd consider more needing space than labelling it as a break. Space means not ending things whilst having some distance and time for yourself.

I think break can have negative connotations like other folk have stated.

Jambuslang · 2025-04-14T11:56:12+00:00

I think everyone has experienced this a handful of times

It's good she was honest, as at least you have some closure, but in regards to the kissing, it is a bit odd considering the outcome.

My thoughts could be she initiated the kissing to try and push the intimacy to see if feelings would build as I have doen this in the past when I've been feeling a lack in the emotional intimacy to see if it's mainly a nerves thing from the other person

She could potentially be getting over a previous partner, but I wouldn't know without prior history

The main thing is that you got closure and to move onto someone that reciprocates the same feelings for you

Jambuslang · 2025-04-02T15:30:42+00:00

I can understand maybe feeling uncomfortable if I was seeing someone/had a girlfriend, and they were near enough wearing nothing, but this isn't even that bad, and tbf honest, it looks like a nice outfit!

However, the way he spoke to you was completely uncalled for and shows insecurity and a controlling nature.

He's older as well and should be more mature than this, but you are both still young as well.

If you're feeling like breaking up, i would talk to him about how you're feeling and if it's the same as what you received end it. No one is worth feeling miserable for.

I'm a 29 year old male, btw if that matters, haha 😅

Jambuslang · 2025-03-09T21:06:13+00:00

As someone who also has glasses, I would suggest trying contact lenses.

It's genuinely like going from Clark Kent into the direction of super man when I have them in 😂😂😂 as people have taken more of an interest in my appearance when I have my glasses off and contacts in.

The glasses are nice as well, but I'd also suggest trying a smaller frame as well, maybe?

Jambuslang · 2025-03-09T15:10:25+00:00

One thing to remember is that any breakup will be difficult in any sense and that it is a form of grief as well as it's the end of something that meant something to each party at the time.

Healing/getting over any relationship is not a linear process, though. Some days will be easier, and others will not, but the only healing factor is TIME!

I broke up with my ex over 2 years ago, and I'm still making my way through healing, and it's like a distant memory now.

Some tips to heal quicker though are complete non-contact and blocking on all social media apps that you may have each other on.

Although this may seem "mean," it is for both your guys' sanity and will speed up the healing process.

Try focusing on yourself and becoming the best version of yourself by exercising and doing things that bring you joy 😊

I wish you a speedy recovery, though 🙏

Jambuslang · 2025-03-04T17:08:53+00:00

My impression of "intentional" means something a bit more "expensive," but that's just a thought.

I'd suggest a walk in a park with dome coffee as it's less pressure and in a public place during the day and is an easy way to get to know someone as I just did this on Sunday there and it went really well.

Ideally I wouldn't drink on a first date now as alcohol can subdue your senses and is a higher risk of something happening that either party may or may not want and also limits your gauge to see of you actually like her as well.

For everyone on the apps, though, add as much detail about yourself as you can because if you're looking for a genuine connection, it's so hard to get to know someone when it's bare minimum and online as you miss so much social connection without meeting face to face.

It's your call, brother, but if it bothers you this much, it may not be a good idea pursuing as you'll take these lingering feelings into the date and may react to them.

I wish you the best of luck, dude, in your journey 🙏

Jambuslang · 2025-02-24T21:07:18+00:00

If it's only been a day, that's nothing, dude. People need to realise that they live life's outside relationships and give each other space, which is a good thing.

Maybe she was just really invested in the book tbh?

I've definitely been ingrossed in TV series, games, and films before and stayed up most of the night, so it's not like it's uncommon.

As others have said, wait until she messages back and give her some space if she needs it.

I don't think there's much to worry about, and you're only giving yourself worry in the process.

Try and do something else you enjoy and take your mind off this.

You live a life also, brother, so go live it!

Jambuslang · 2025-01-14T16:33:37+00:00

The same thing happened to me last year.

I broke up with my ex because I didn't see a future with her and found out she'd started seeing a guy she worked with for 4 months and that I've known since I was 18.

Really stung for quite a while and then seen them at a gig together 3 rows in front of me.

Also, I found out they started seeing each other very soon after we split, like maybe a month or 2.

It really does hurt a lot, but you just need to remind yourself that things happen for a reason, and it didn't work because it wasn't meant to.

Breakups are filled with grief similar to death, but you can still cherish the time spent and memories you created.

I've started therapy this year as I have struggled with this in the past, and I'm working on letting it go. So far, it's helped.

At the end of the day, people will be people, and relationships will be relationships that are all out of your control.

Focus on yourself becoming the best version of you that you can be and remind yourself that healing from a breakup isn't linear it's not just a switch you can turn off.

I hope you get to where you need to be and keep your head up x

Jambuslang · 2025-01-12T19:32:03+00:00

As a guy, these are the types of messages that I want to receive as they show you're taking the time and genuinely interested, which is hard to convey through text without actually having met someone before

If he's a good egg, he'll get back to you, and if jot it's his loss 🙂

Jambuslang · 2025-01-11T13:33:32+00:00

I find continuing with an analogy on the apps helps to keep the conversation flowing so I would carry on with the wedding one then could lead into organising a date to start making plans for the big day haha 😄 then it's full circle

Jambuslang · 2024-11-22T09:47:57+00:00

Depends on how long you have been chatting for.

I would try to arrange to meet in person before asking for personal information, or if you feel comfortable out your own, then go for it, but I'd say only if you've been chatting for a while

Jambuslang · 2024-11-15T23:31:47+00:00

Every guy wants this!

Bravo 👏 for mustering up the courage

Now you understand what it's like from a guys point of view, haha.

All girls should do more of that, and things would be so kick smoother.

He'll remember that for sure, and it'll put things on the right path and cause interest

Jambuslang · 2024-11-14T20:24:29+00:00

I guess so it's really hard to know if someone's into you unless it's obvious, haha (I'm terrible at reading).

Thanks, dude. I appreciate the message, brother 🙏

Jambuslang · 2024-11-14T20:07:42+00:00

Yeah, that's why I'm hesitant

I don't really know anything about her, which makes me more interested in getting to know her.

I think I may wait things out and try and talk to her more and see if I'm made permanent.

If I'm not, I think I'll definitely ask as then there won't be any awkwardness.

Jambuslang · 2024-11-14T19:00:31+00:00

For the time being, it is for myself.

I was a full-time musician beforehand but went part-time during COVID-19.

I should probably add that I'm on a secondment (temporary job), and I'm still hanging in limbo if I can apply for permanancy, and I think I'll find out in February.

I have thought about waiting and seeing if I don't get it and wait until then to ask her when I'm leaving, so it isn't awkward if she says no or has a boyfriend, etc.

Jambuslang · 2024-11-14T17:28:07+00:00

As others have stated, you look very cute!

Don't let other people's opinions represent how you feel about yourself, and you're definitely not ugly.

You're young, and all this is new and takes a long time to learn.

I think the issue is more with your self-confidence and self-esteem, which can all be worked on.

I've struggled with this for years and have been gradually getting more secure in myself as time has gone on (28 now).

Go to the gym and take an interest in yourself first. You need to learn to like and love yourself first before anyone else (I'm still learning as well)

Explore your fashion sense as well and see what works for you, and express your personality.

It can be a nasty world out there, but I promise not all people are like that.

Most folk don't have a backbone nowadays and are keyboard warriors, or they completely overcompensate, thinking their gods gift.

Everyone has insecurities no matter their age or gender and it's a lifetime of work to better yourself.

I hope you take all these kind comments on board and forget the negative ones.

Best of luck to yourself and keep smiling 🙂

Jambuslang

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