This post made me feel uncomfortable in a beautiful way. It helps me to confront what I think about this topic. I would have so many things to say about it. I'm still longing to know what my gift is and to accept it, have I found it already
Thank you 🙏🏻 I appreciate your words because I've always wondered what value I can possibly provide to other creators when I'm not an expert. But I realized that if I don't have the answers, I can simply ask questions and write about them — maybe it can inspire others to reflect on it too and share their own thoughts.
A friend of mine, @Mark, actually wrote his own version of this post and I, too, was inspired by his reflection 💖
Sharing his post here in case it gives you some inspiration too :D ✨
I create content to confront the parts of myself I have always suppressed, to document my healing process(es) and zo connect with people (who can relate to what goes on in my inner world).
That's what I'm doing too. Writing feels so therapeutic because I get to express my thoughts and feelings and connect with other people who can relate to my story 🥹
This is also how I feel when I read other people's writing, just like yours 🤍 Thank you for writing, Stephanie 💖
I needed quite some encouragement to start sharing my writing. I loved learning new things but never felt like I had an awful lot to share. I’m slowly changing my belief that what I have to say does matter. No one will ever share exactly the same as I do, even if it sometimes feels that way.
Same here 🥺 I'm so glad we decided to just write and share what we know despite our self-doubt. Our voice matters and we'll never know how much difference we can make unless we try 🤍 Thank you, Lieke! 🙏🏻
Love this! It resonated so strongly with me. I have the same feelings. I've saved this so I can also re-read it when I wonder why am I doing this. Thank you! This is so helpful.
With you on your perspective, I literally went to school to have fun with my friends & erase loneliness. The lessons & stories teachers shared aside from curriculum was more exciting for me
Same! My primary motivation to go to school was to hang out with my friends and make some good memories 😆 I could bear all the hardships thanks to them and also our kind teachers 🥹 The people around you really make a huge difference
"I’m starting scared, imperfect, and without having it all figured out".
I think we're always scared before we start, no matter when that starting point is... We will always remain imperfect (because 'perfection' is a subjective illusion)... And we'll NEVER have it ALL figured out because no matter how far we come, there will always be space to grow and learn more/something new ✨️
Exactly 🤍 I realized these fears were all just excuses preventing me from starting. Regardless of our skills and experiences, trying something new will always feel scary and intimidating. It's all about taking the risk and finding the courage to start ☺️ Thank you so much Stephanie! ✨
Thank you for sharing your story! Seeing it as a portfolio is a very interesting perspective. Personally, being good at studying is an amazing strength that not everyone gets to have. I struggled in school; it was very competitive. I was never those straight A students, but it never stopped me from continuing to learn and improve. However, it impacted my confidence growing up, because I thought only those straight A students were smart enough to do amazing things, and I was not smart. Not until I found my own strength and helped me recognize how unique and amazing I am. It’s great that you only found your strength; now it’s time to OWN it.
I agree, we all have our unique strengths ✨ Intelligence comes in many forms, and the most important thing to remember is that we don't necessarily have to be innately good at something—we can learn and improve.
I realized that I didn't get those high grades just because I'm naturally smart—I struggled a lot too but I just had this passion for learning. Even gifted or talented people have to work hard to get good at their craft. It's important for us to own our strength and start cultivating it ☺️
This post made me feel uncomfortable in a beautiful way. It helps me to confront what I think about this topic. I would have so many things to say about it. I'm still longing to know what my gift is and to accept it, have I found it already
Thank you 🙏🏻 I appreciate your words because I've always wondered what value I can possibly provide to other creators when I'm not an expert. But I realized that if I don't have the answers, I can simply ask questions and write about them — maybe it can inspire others to reflect on it too and share their own thoughts.
A friend of mine, @Mark, actually wrote his own version of this post and I, too, was inspired by his reflection 💖
Sharing his post here in case it gives you some inspiration too :D ✨
https://thecuriousdetour.substack.com/p/why-do-i-write
Thank you, I'll read his post too :)
Thanks for thinking of me Alea 😊
Thank you Mark for writing that post too ✨ I'm happy that I was able to inspire you to reflect on the topic and write your own take on it 😊
Inspiration is the sincerest form of Gratitude!
I create content to confront the parts of myself I have always suppressed, to document my healing process(es) and zo connect with people (who can relate to what goes on in my inner world).
That's what I'm doing too. Writing feels so therapeutic because I get to express my thoughts and feelings and connect with other people who can relate to my story 🥹
This is also how I feel when I read other people's writing, just like yours 🤍 Thank you for writing, Stephanie 💖
Thank you to you as well ❤️
"And what I want isn’t applause, but for my knowledge and ideas to have a real and meaningful impact on the world."
YESS!
This is a beautiful piece Alea. Congrats and thank you❤️
Thank you so much Nina! 🥺💖
I needed quite some encouragement to start sharing my writing. I loved learning new things but never felt like I had an awful lot to share. I’m slowly changing my belief that what I have to say does matter. No one will ever share exactly the same as I do, even if it sometimes feels that way.
Same here 🥺 I'm so glad we decided to just write and share what we know despite our self-doubt. Our voice matters and we'll never know how much difference we can make unless we try 🤍 Thank you, Lieke! 🙏🏻
“I’m starting now.” The most courageous and the most important step.
Love this exploration of your creative journey 🙌
Love this! It resonated so strongly with me. I have the same feelings. I've saved this so I can also re-read it when I wonder why am I doing this. Thank you! This is so helpful.
Thank you so much, Rindy! 🥺 Your comment made my day 🤍 I'm happy to hear that it resonated with you. I wish you all the best on your journey 🙏🏻
With you on your perspective, I literally went to school to have fun with my friends & erase loneliness. The lessons & stories teachers shared aside from curriculum was more exciting for me
Same! My primary motivation to go to school was to hang out with my friends and make some good memories 😆 I could bear all the hardships thanks to them and also our kind teachers 🥹 The people around you really make a huge difference
"I’m starting scared, imperfect, and without having it all figured out".
I think we're always scared before we start, no matter when that starting point is... We will always remain imperfect (because 'perfection' is a subjective illusion)... And we'll NEVER have it ALL figured out because no matter how far we come, there will always be space to grow and learn more/something new ✨️
Exactly 🤍 I realized these fears were all just excuses preventing me from starting. Regardless of our skills and experiences, trying something new will always feel scary and intimidating. It's all about taking the risk and finding the courage to start ☺️ Thank you so much Stephanie! ✨
Thank you for sharing your story! Seeing it as a portfolio is a very interesting perspective. Personally, being good at studying is an amazing strength that not everyone gets to have. I struggled in school; it was very competitive. I was never those straight A students, but it never stopped me from continuing to learn and improve. However, it impacted my confidence growing up, because I thought only those straight A students were smart enough to do amazing things, and I was not smart. Not until I found my own strength and helped me recognize how unique and amazing I am. It’s great that you only found your strength; now it’s time to OWN it.
Thank you so much Kessie! 💖
I agree, we all have our unique strengths ✨ Intelligence comes in many forms, and the most important thing to remember is that we don't necessarily have to be innately good at something—we can learn and improve.
I realized that I didn't get those high grades just because I'm naturally smart—I struggled a lot too but I just had this passion for learning. Even gifted or talented people have to work hard to get good at their craft. It's important for us to own our strength and start cultivating it ☺️