Ep 033: You're Not Failing, You're Balancing: What Artists, Dreamers, and Doers Need to Know

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In this deeply personal solo episode, I unpack what it really means to live a creative life while juggling the realities of adulthood, ambition, and mental health.

I share a story about a fellow artist at a crossroads—struggling financially but convinced they were “born for this.” Sound familiar? I’ve been there. In fact, I’m still there… sometimes mid-pivot, sometimes standing still, sometimes flying forward.

This isn’t about glamorizing the hustle. It’s about telling the truth: you can have more than one dream. You’re allowed to pause one without abandoning it. Stability and ambition don’t have to be enemies. And if you’ve ever wondered if it’s okay to pivot or reroute—this one’s for you.

In This Episode, I Talk About:

• Why "burn the boats" advice doesn’t work for everyone
• What it really looks like to balance your dreams with your bills
• The myth of confidence in creative industries
• What high-achieving, neurodiverse minds misunderstand about procrastination
• The unsexy but essential role of baseline stability
• Why having more than one dream isn’t scattered—it’s strategic
• What filling “all the pots” in your life might look like

Key Quote:
 "A decision isn’t a decision until it’s put into action. But that doesn’t mean all your actions need to go in one direction."

Listen if you’re:

• A multi-passionate creator trying to “make it”
• Balancing caregiving, bills, and bold dreams
• Questioning your path, your pace, or your plan
• Someone who hyper-focuses… until you don’t
• Ready to feel a little more whole—on your own terms

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