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Artists for Joy

226: Joy Session: Why not me? (Lexy)

02 May 2025

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In today's Joy Session, Merideth sits down with Lexy, a writer and illustrator on the verge of releasing her first poetry collection. Though she had hoped to include her own artwork, Lexy found herself creatively blocked. As the conversation unfolds, she realizes she's been overlooking just how far she's come. Shifting from the lens of an "abused child" to one of "why not me?" opens a new sense of possibility, allowing her to embrace her strength and resilience rather than fear of vulnerability. Lexy recalls the courage it took to ask for help with the illustrations and feels pride in the accomplishment of collaboratively moving forward with a lifelong dream of getting her work published.  Lexy reminds us that while both encouragement and criticism can shape how we see ourselves, we ultimately hold the power to decide our own self-view. By choosing kindness and gentleness over guilt and shame, we create a more joyful and sustainable path forward. Apply to record a joy session with Merideth Support the show on Patreon Learn about the Creative Leap Mini-Mastermind Subscribe to the Email List Tell us what resonated about the episode on IG

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