La La Land Mommy: Tapping Into My Talent
One of the things that I have always struggled with is tapping into my own talents. Honestly I never thought I really had any. I usually just hide behind what I already am. A mother, wife, and daughter. It is pretty easy to be those things. Cause people look at you and already know you are those things. It’s when you want to be other things that makes it difficult. I am just now becoming a confident with saying I am a blogger. It took me years to own it. But when I think about it I don’t know why it took me so long to accept it. That’s funny isn’t it. I am already doing this but I didn’t exactly own it. That’s why it has taken me a while to get where I want to be with it. I’m finding that I absolutely love to write. Now I want to take my writing beyond my blog. I am working on a book. Actually I have been working on this book for about three years now. But for some reason I am having the hardest time completing my story. If I am honest I know that it is mainly because I am scared of failing. I am also scared of people thoughts of my work. Completing this story means I am putting myself out there for everyone to judge me. They get to have their opinions of me and say whether I did a good job or not. But I know I won’t know how good I am until I complete what I started. I can’t just quit before I get started. Running really isn’t an option. I am working on encouraging myself to do a little writing each day so that I can finish and see what happens next. It’s just finding the confidence to do just that.
I don’t know why it is so hard for me to push myself and not others. It is the hardest thing to do for me. I think that is why I procrastinate on a lot of things. I hate not knowing what the outcome of things are going to be but unfortunately you have no choice but to see how things turn out by completing whatever you are starting. If you know the end result to everything then you won’t do anything. I guess I need to go ahead and write to see where this leads me. It is going to take me dedicating myself to what I believe I want. I think finishing will show me if I have talent or not to do what I am pursuing. I don’t know what else I can do if I don’t finish this too. It is going to be an interesting journey.
I think fear of what happens next is always a big problem for anyone. It’s hard to jump in feet first when you need things to work, and you know they might not.
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I feel the same way most of the time. I really need to take time for myself and figure out what my talents are, as well.
Oh my! I think it is wonderful that you want to write a book! That definitely is taking your writing skills as a blogger to another level! I look forward to hearing more and will be following along! So excited for you! 🙂
Thank you! I’m trying to complete this. I’ve been working on it for awhile now. It’s time to finish.
I try to use some of my talents to do what I enjoy. I have never considered writing a book. I just don’t think that I have it in me to come up with stories.
I can understand that. See my problem is I’m in my own head and I’ve already assumed that people won’t like my story and it isn’t even out yet. So I’ve got to talk myself into giving myself a chance.
In general, we usually set the bar higher for ourselves. Just take it easy & as cliche-ish as this sounds, follow your heart. Im glad that you’ve taken your passion for writing to a different level. Goodluck and I wish you the best.
Thank you so much for stopping by. Yes I’ve definitely have to avoid rushing and putting too much pressure on myself. I am definitely going to follow my heart no matter how scary it may be.
I don’t know why it’s so hard for most of us to push ourselves. Good luck on the book.
I have yet to figure that out. It is weird how hard it is.
I have recently changed my career path. I decided I needed a change to be happy. I am going into the field I have always wanted.
It’s normal. It’s important to have a tribe or mastermind group to check in with and who will call you on your -ish and push you to action. Of course, you have to act but that support is important. – Yolonda
I totally agree.
I have struggled with this before!! It is important to find what makes you happy and go for it.
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Thank you for stopping by. My struggle is knowing it’s okay to make myself happy.
You are not alone! I can totally relate! For me, it’s having a great support system that encourages and supports me to step out of my comfort zone to accomplish my big dreams! You can do it! Good luck!
I am definitely trying.
There will always be judgemental people around. Just believe in yourself and go for it! I do believe that’s what successful people are so good at doing.
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Go for what you believe in! Never let anyone stand in your way. I think you have to do what you think is right and you can be successful!
I think that a lot people struggle with having confidence in our own abilities. Even if you recognize your strengths, you might undervalue them or think that no one else sees it. That’s why I am happy that I have people around me who remind me of my strengths and my purpose. It can be easy to forget- especially when things are hectic.
This is so very true. That’s why I want to start at least trying.
I think jumping in to a new thing is so hard, but it is also incredibly brave. I have found that this is the only way I find out if I am good at something new is if I just go all in. Believe in yourself, sister, youll do great! Keep up the good work!
Yes I want to try some new things and see what I’m good at.