We all see our work through filters: perfectionism, self-doubt, or the constant urge to compare ourselves to others. It’s easy to wear the wrong lens and distort your view of what’s possible.
But writing is a conversation you start with yourself. If your lens is too narrow—if you only focus on whether someone will like it—you cut yourself off from deeper creativity. If your filter is too negative—No one wants to read this—you’ll stifle bold ideas before they can breathe.
Try this: Shift to a kinder, more open lens. Ask, “What am I truly excited to explore today?” Trust that excitement. The right lens helps you see potential, not just flaws. And once you see potential, you can shape it into something remarkable.
