Waiting to be Ready

In this episode of The Emerging Artist Podcast, Scott and Shiree dig into one of the biggest myths holding artists back: the idea that you need to “feel ready” or “wait for inspiration” before creating. They share their personal experiences with discipline, the traps of fear and feeling overwhelmed, and how shifting your mindset can transform your art practice into a sustainable business.

From finding inspiration through proximity and new experiences, to replacing self-defeating “I am” statements with empowering language, this conversation offers both practical tools and motivational insights. Whether you’re a hobbyist or fully committed to your creative career, you’ll discover why being a professional means showing up consistently, even when inspiration doesn’t.

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