My writing group gives feedback that sounds supportive but everyone keeps producing the same safe, mediocre work. I think we've learned to mirror each other's risk-averse approach and now we're all stuck in this pattern of encouraging each other to play it safe.
More people experience this than they realize.
A creative collective has developed implicit norms that reward safety over growth, with members unconsciously modeling and reinforcing mediocrity.
“Where Are You with Social learning theory?”
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.