I permit myself:
To write.
To record.
To act.
To do creative things that don’t fit the mould.
To be fully myself.
I acknowledge:
The fear that sabotages my work.
The fear that stops me from posting, creating, and sharing “out there.”
The fear that tells me I need something more — a workshop, a piece of gear, a seal of approval.
In fact, I am enough, and I have everything I need.
I participated recently in several ‘intro sessions’ for notable workshops/ seminars/ online learning streams. They were impactful. The instructors are top-notch. The pitches were compelling and got me thinking about how much I needed them. They would help me, no question.
These days, before I say yes, I give myself the time to consider these opportunities before I leap. I resist the hard sell. I think about what I really need.
I’ve already been doing the daily practices. I’ve already got the equipment and basic skills. The difference may be that I haven’t pursued them as publicly and as long as I believe I ‘should’. And, I haven’t bet on myself.
So that’s often the gap — putting it out there. More.
The difference will be in giving myself permission to show up and hit ‘publish’ instead of paying someone to give me what’s not theirs to give.
I must believe in myself and not look for the views, the opens, downloads and likes, always hoping for more. I must be creative for the sheer joy it gives me. I must picture the person I hope to reach and help through my work and words. I will build that connection, one person at a time.
It may be slow and messy; it may not be ‘right.’ But that vulnerability is my calling card and my superpower when I allow it.
What stands in the way of sharing your work?
I love that you have reached the point in your journey that you are starting to realize that you don't need another "guru" to lead you. You have the talent and the knowhow......just DO it. And I love the outfit!
I appreciate how you delineated the ways some humans use to dodge getting started. Completely relatable.
My loop tape contains messages like: You never were a writer; you’re not a writer now; who are you kidding; you’re a writer voyeur; what message do I have to share with a shred of value; don’t kid yourself, Mr. Big shot!
I like that you suggested helping and attracting readers one-by-one was an acceptable approach for you.
Here’s a laugh: I rummaged around on Medium years ago then cut ties at least 4 years ago. To this day I receive notices from Medium about my new followers. I need a better algorithm for my life!
All the best in your endeavors today and always.