Ever felt that post-creation vulnerability hangover? You're not alone, and today, we’re tackling it head-on! Being a creator is vastly different from being a consumer. As creators, we can experience the highest of highs when we release new episodes and get positive feedback. However, with these highs come vulnerability hangovers, where we second-guess ourselves and wonder what people are thinking.

Steph’s Personal Experience: Since starting my podcast in 2017, I've faced these highs and lows. There are moments when I feel on top of the world, but then there are times when I spiral into self-doubt, sometimes for days, weeks, or even months. Recently, I got sidetracked on social media and started feeling embarrassed. I thought, "People probably think Steph's trying to be a podcast expert. How cute." And with recent weight gain, I worried about how I looked in my posts. But then, I fact-checked these thoughts with my real achievements: producing over 500 episodes and managing 13 different series. This helped me refocus on my why: helping 4,000 podcasters overcome their struggles.

Actionable Steps for Listeners:

1. Fact-Check Your Thoughts: Challenge your negative thoughts with the facts of your achievements and expertise.
2. Define Your Why: Clarify your purpose and who you want to help.
3. Create to Overcome: When in a funk, start creating to shift your mindset from consumer to creator.

Remember that people care more about the value you provide than the imperfections you worry about. Keep pushing forward, embrace your role as a creator, and stay savvy!

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