26. Cultivating Trust in the Writer’s Life
Every writer is intimately acquainted with The Season of Self-Doubt, and one of its biggest triggers is comparison. We’re so good at comparing our writing journeys, our book sales, our successes, and turning our own narrative into one of not doing enough. This self-induced shame cycle is perpetuated, in part, by social media, but what if this shadow side has something to teach us? Today I’m sharing my own experience with this season, the benefits of understanding your creative process (plus ideas for how to get started), as well as a favorite exercise for cultivating self-trust.
Highlights
My (many) self-doubt moments during the pandemic
The intimate relationship between doubt and trust
How to understand your creative process (and why it matters)
A favorite exercise for cultivating self-trust (including prompts)
Links + Resources
Free sensitivity quiz
The Highly Sensitive Person: How to Thrive When the World Overwhelms You by Dr. Elaine Aron
DayLuna Human Design Podcast
Free Human Design chart
Eat This Poem: A Literary Feast of Recipes Inspired by Poetry
Wild Words: Rituals, Routines, and Rhythms for Braving the Writer’s Path
