Finding Inspiration in Your Own Backyard

In my experience, taking the first step is the hardest part.

Let's decide that we are worth it, that our talents have actual value, that our dorky interests can be so much more than dorky interests is the tough nut to crack.

I finally said, 'Enough!' to self doubt. It's really hard and it's really worth it.

You need to work hard and commit to the project even when it seems like the world doesn't really care.

Embrace who you are. Or just, like, try to. Or just think about it for now.

The second I leaned into [what made me different] and embraced them, instead of shying away, unbelievable things started happening.

No matter how hard you try to fight it, you can only really be yourself. The sooner we can find it within ourselves to begin the process of letting go of self-doubt, the sooner we can recognize and celebrate what we do have.

Every one of you already has a backyard full of creative possibilities and you just need to take the first step.

Inside of you right now is a completely unique combination of talents, skills, interests, and experiences.