How often do we hold ourselves back because we think our way of doing things isn’t “real” or “valid” @sarahbellereid
How often do we hold ourselves back because we think our way of doing things isn’t “real” or “valid”  @sarahbellereid
Uploaded April 2026 | Updated September 2026, 1 week ago
How often do we hold ourselves back because we think our way of doing things isn’t “real” or “valid”? 👀⁠

It’s wild how quickly we dismiss our own process, as if the way we naturally create isn’t good enough.⁠

But here’s something I’ve learned: the magic isn’t in following some imaginary rulebook—it’s in *trusting* what already feels true to you. Your process is yours for a reason. The way you create, improvise, or explore?⁠

That’s your voice. That’s your story.⁠

This doesn’t mean you won’t grow or evolve—it means that growth starts with accepting where you are right now. Instead of chasing what you think creativity SHOULD look like, try embracing what feels most natural.⁠

There’s no one “proper” way to make music, art, or to express yourself.⁠

The more you follow YOUR way, the better it will be. 🔥⁠

So, I'm curious to ask: What part of your creative process feels most natural to you—and how can you lean into it more fully? ❤️⁠
How often do we hold ourselves back because we think our way of doing things isn’t “real” or “valid”Happy (almost) anniversary to @moogsynthesizers Mavis! 🎉Whatever youre working on this week, let it be imperfect.⁠This is one of the reasons why I’m so fascinated by no input mixing & feedback-patchingA very realistic behind the scenes moment 🤣⁠Whatever youre working on this week, let it be imperfect.⁠When do you get to call yourself a real artist?Ill send you this patchMany people look at what I do & assume that technical things just come easily to me...Learning Sound & Synthesis opens soon!I think my first album was just beginners luck.Rare instrument made by Don Buchla - the Touché.
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How often do we hold ourselves back because we think our way of doing things isn’t “real” or “valid”

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