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Scenario

When submission becomes a test of creative worth

I am terrified to submit my work anywhere because once it gets rejected I will have to face the fact that it might not be as good as I hope

More people experience this than they realize.

What we've seen

The external validation process transforms from opportunity into existential judgment, paralyzing the natural cycle of creation and response.

Your guide for this
Mura
Mura works with people navigating exactly this kind of situation.
Ideas that help explain it
Worth thinking about

“Where Are You with Fiction and storytelling — craft fundamentals?”

Peri

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.