Vanessa Castro
Vanessa Castro
The Journey to Creativity Ep 9 - "Taking it Seriously + The Perfectionism Trap"
The Journey to Creativity Ep 9 - "Taking it Seriously + The Perfectionism Trap"
The Journey to Creativity Ep 9 - "Taking it Seriously + The Perfectionism Trap"
Wednesday 25th September 2019
Vanessa Castro discusses perfectionism's impact on creativity and offers tips to embrace fun and community in your artistic journey.
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Vanessa Castro
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Get the buttons here!Perfectionism and Creativity: Embracing the Journey with Vanessa Castro
Anyone who pursues their passion is actually pursuing to find their highest potential as a human being
Do you ever find yourself stuck in the endless loop of trying to get everything just right? In this episode of 'The Journey to Creativity', Vanessa Castro dives into the perfectionism trap and how it can stifle your creative spirit. Vanessa isn't just talking about perfectionism; she’s lived it. She opens up about her own battles with the need to be flawless and how it once held her back from truly expressing herself.
She poses some thought-provoking questions: What if you didn't have to do everything perfectly? What scares you about not being perfect? These questions are designed to make you reflect on your own creative journey and how perfectionism might be getting in your way. Vanessa also discusses the positive side of perfectionism, acknowledging that striving for excellence can be motivating. However, she warns against letting it morph into self-doubt and fear of failure. Her advice?
Embrace playfulness in your art and don't shy away from making mistakes. Vanessa emphasizes the importance of community and learning from others, reminding us that creativity is not a solo endeavor but a shared experience. By the end of the episode, you'll feel encouraged to take risks and give yourself permission to be imperfect. If perfectionism has ever made you second-guess your creative abilities, this episode is a must-listen.
Vanessa’s blend of personal anecdotes and practical advice will inspire you to break free from the perfectionism trap and enjoy the creative process.