Hi VerseChorusVerse, welcome here. Not sure if I can help, but this reminds me of something I've experienced. I used to play the organ in church. The more compliments I got the worse it made it for me to try to play again in front of anyone. Also, if I'm playing and someone compliments me in the middle of it I then start making mistakes. What has helped me a bit, is to think of it more as playing for "me".... not for those compliments, even though they do feel great and make us proud. It made me, anyways, feel like I couldn't do as well again if I tried. Remember, to do this playing for your own enjoyment. It's great when others appreciate what we play, but remember to have fun while doing it, and nothing has to be perfect. I hope that helped in some way. Depression makes everything more difficult to do, and to concentrate. Hugs