How to navigate the fear of failure in your creative business

2023-11-15

How can I overcome the fear of failing at my dreams? At times, we might hold ourselves back from pursuing a path because it might fail, or we feel scared to take action because, well... What if it doesn't work out? What if we invest our precious energy, time, and money into something that ultimately fails? In this episode, we explore our relationship with failure and how avoiding setbacks might hinder our growth. What if we used challenges as creative fuel? I'll be sharing thoughts and guidance on reframing our relationship with failure, drawing inspiration from...

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Journaling prompts:

What unexpected opportunities might arise from this situation?
How can I turn this failure into a plot twist in my life's story?
If this were a puzzle, what are the missing pieces I need to find?
What role did courage play in my attempt, and how can I honor that courage going forward?
If I were a superhero, what superpower would help me overcome this obstacle?
What if failure were just a dress rehearsal for spectacular success?
If my life were a canvas, how would I paint over this mistake to create a masterpiece?

About me

Hello, I'm Pascale! I coach artists, makers and creatives of all kinds because I believe in the cathartic power of art, and the important role you're here to play. Through coaching, we co-create a sacred space to gently untangle the knots on your rebellious path, support your wellbeing and elevate your soulful work. My clients come to me with a heart full of creative ideas... and a mind tangled in self-doubt. My role is to help them find their way back to self-trust so they can fully step into the next level of their creative vision, business and self. Together, we work on softening the inner wars they host, building emotional resilience and stepping away from the cycle of self-betrayal. Curious about working together? You're welcome to ⁠⁠book a complimentary call⁠⁠ so we can meet and explore coaching support options.

About the podcast

The Dear Creative Mind Podcast explores the depths, textures, colours and intricacies of our creative mind. Pascale Cote, coach for artists and creative entrepreneurs shares guidance on untangling the knots that often keeps us stuck in a cycle of burnout and stagnation. You’ll find grounding meditations to soothe your mind, coaching notes to help you find more focus + flow, and conversations with other artists to inspire you… in the hopes of helping you better understand your creative mind, and elevate your creative work.

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