Give Yourself Permission to Suck

Episode HighlightsEmbrace Imperfection: Understand that your first draft as an author may not be perfect. Giving yourself permission to create without the pressure of perfection can fuel your creativity.John Mayer's Wisdom: John Mayer, the singer-songwriter, emphasizes the importance of persistence in the creative process. He encourages creators to push through, force it if needed, and just start creating.Discovering Your Story: By diving deep into your thoughts and persistently creating, you'll discover the story, message, or change you want to convey through your book.It's Okay to Suck: Remember, your initial drafts may not be masterpieces, and that's okay. The key is to start, even if it's imperfect.Overcoming Perfectionism: Spending too much time trying to create the perfect idea can lead to paralysis. Imperfect beginnings are better than not starting at all.Continuous Improvement: Your first draft is for your eyes only unless you choose to share it. Each revision you make brings improvement and helps you refine your work.Actionable InsightsThe First Step: Aspiring authors, give yourself permission to create, even if it's not perfect. This is the first step toward creating something beautiful. 📝🚀John Mayer Interview: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bhbpo5Bv4Vs&t=3315s Podcast Website: www.juxtabook.com/podcasts/beyond-the-book Submit a Question:  To submit a question and to see the show notes, please visit https://www.juxtabook.com/beyondthebook and press the appropriate button.Don't miss an episode! Subscribe to Beyond the Book Podcast and receive regular updates on how to be successful in your author journey.Make your mark as an author.Learn more about The Author’s Mark — Juxtabook’s 12-month professional publishing experience that helps nonfiction authors go from idea to published platform in 12 months or less.Juxtabook.com/authorsmarkLearn more about Your Path to Book Publishing by visiting Juxtabook.com and discover if traditional publishing, self-publishing, or hybrid publishing is right for you. It's time to make your mark and connect with like-minded authors to publish your book, build your author brand, and book marketing. Join TodayLiked this episode? Share it and tag us on Instagram @juxtabkLove the show? Leave a review and let us know!CONNECT WITH US: Website | Instagram | Facebook

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