Navigate the Creative Wilderness: Tips to Overcome the Cliff of Comparison

In this fifteenth class of the "Navigate the Creative Wilderness" series, discover tips to overcome the comparison trap and reclaim your creative power. Learn how to transform feelings of inadequacy into valuable guidance, helping you rediscover your authentic creative voice and unique style.

This episode is part of a comprehensive series designed to support your journey as a creative. While you can jump in at any point, it's recommended to start with "5 Tools to Cultivate Confidence" (the first class). Throughout "Navigate the Creative Wilderness," you'll find actionable tips to build confidence in your creative intuition, conquer the fear of the unknown, and foster a supportive creative community. We'll also cover staying consistent with your creative practice and celebrating your achievements.

Hi, I'm Liz, your guide through the Creative Wilderness! I've navigated this path since launching my creative business in 2017, working as an educator and licensed artist with the Georgia O’Keeffe Museum, creating murals, developing brands and illustrations, and becoming a Top Teacher on Skillshare. My journey has been transformative, and I'm excited to share my insights with you.

In This Class, You'll Learn How To:

• Identify when you're falling into the comparison trap.
• Utilize comparison as a catalyst for creative growth and direction.
• Strengthen your trust in your uniquely authentic creative voice.

By the end of this class, you'll be able to:

• Implement actionable tips to overcome comparison and boost your creative confidence.
• Reconnect with your unique artistic style.
• Trust your own creative instincts and authentic path.

What You'll Need:

• Pen, pencil, or preferred writing tool.
• The Creative Wilderness Field Guide (available in the Projects & Resources section).
• A phone to photograph the "Cliff of Comparison" section of the Field Guide for the Class Project.

Get Social!

Share your progress! Snap a photo of your Field Guide as you work through the class and share it on Instagram for a chance to be featured. Tag @lizbrindley_artwork and #thecreativewilderness so I can cheer you on!

Need a Boost?

Download my free pep talk for your creative journey: [Get My Pep Talk]

Continue Your Learning:

• Take the "5 Tools to Cultivate Confidence" class on Skillshare: [Navigate the Creative Wilderness: 5 Tools to Cultivate Confidence]
• Explore more Freelance & Entrepreneurship classes: [Freelance & Entrepreneurship Classes]