I'm starting to make real money as an artist but I'm terrified that success will kill whatever authentic thing made my work good in the first place.
More people experience this than they realize.
Commercial validation of creative expression can create anxiety about whether external recognition will corrupt the pure motivation that generated the work.
“Where Are You with The multiple selves model — psychological?”
Peri can explain why this happens, help you decide if this is the right situation for you, and point toward the right journey or coach.
If this sounds familiar, the Library can help you find the bigger picture.