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A podcast to help you overcome resistance and write with more joy, clarity, and confidence. If you’re working on a novel or memoir, stick around. Whether you haven’t written a word since your 5-paragraph essay days or you have an MFA in Creative Writing, this podcast is now your weekly coffee date on your journey to finish your first draft. Visit maryadkinswriter.com for more resources.
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Wednesday Jul 30, 2025
Wednesday Jul 30, 2025
Sometimes the best creative advice comes from the most unexpected teachers. In this episode, Mary shares three powerful insights about artistic confidence and creative decision-making—learned from watching her 7-year-old son navigate art ownership and musical performance.
If you've ever found yourself seeking permission for creative choices or writing by committee instead of trusting your vision, this episode offers a refreshing perspective on artistic ownership and creative confidence.
🎧 What You'll Learn:
âś… Why treating art as conversation (not sacred object) transforms your creative process
âś… How to develop the confidence to make creative decisions without seeking permission
âś… The difference between artistic confidence and writing by committee
âś… The power of pure trust in your creative vision
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