10 quiet thoughts that keep creative women stuck—and what they actually mean. These quiet, common thoughts aren’t signs of failure—they’re signs of hope. Let’s name them together and gently change the story.
Finally we are in like company. We took on responsibilities but never thought to be responsible for ourselves as we are. We've had moments of making art then someone thinking they are encouraging says, "Have you ever thought of selling your art?" This shuts me down, I never think of selling my art, it's my stories, my life disconnected all over the place, but still my story. I'm writing my own books for me to read.
Nancy, yes—finally in like company. That line about someone asking if you’ve ever thought of selling your art? I’ve felt that sting too. It can turn something deeply personal into a performance. Your art is your story, and that’s reason enough to make it. You’re writing books for yourself to read—what a powerful, sacred act. I’m so glad you shared this. We need more women telling their stories just for them.
Finally we are in like company. We took on responsibilities but never thought to be responsible for ourselves as we are. We've had moments of making art then someone thinking they are encouraging says, "Have you ever thought of selling your art?" This shuts me down, I never think of selling my art, it's my stories, my life disconnected all over the place, but still my story. I'm writing my own books for me to read.
Nancy, yes—finally in like company. That line about someone asking if you’ve ever thought of selling your art? I’ve felt that sting too. It can turn something deeply personal into a performance. Your art is your story, and that’s reason enough to make it. You’re writing books for yourself to read—what a powerful, sacred act. I’m so glad you shared this. We need more women telling their stories just for them.
With love,
Lynn