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Richard (Autistic All Along)'s avatar

Absolutely. I'm sure whatever this idea is (😉😉😉😉) it will be fantastic.

I have the same problem with doubt, but I deal with it by convincing myself that I don't care if anyone likes what I write. It's a complete fabrication but most efficacious. 👍

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Alys Hedd's avatar

Ha ha, I love that plan - I can carry that off for short periods of time - I guess I need to practice 🤣

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Rebecca Watson (ReBe)'s avatar

I think the idea chose you. Not because you’re perfect or always confident, but because you're capable of carrying it. Backing yourself doesn’t have to mean never doubting, it just means walking forward anyway, with your idea in one hand and your fear in the other. You’re allowed to waver. Sometimes pride comes later, after you've honored the spark by letting it live.

I’m so happy you’re doing this! I can’t wait to see the amazing work you will be creating.

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Alys Hedd's avatar

Thank you Rebecca, those are wonderful words ❤️ I really appreciate that support 🙏🏼

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Jennie is writing's avatar

Oh imposter syndrome is always out in full force over here too. What a bugger it is! I’m glad you’re out here putting it in its box 📦

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Alys Hedd's avatar

Thank you Jennie - she's a bitch - I've called her Yvonne 🤣 (see the comment by Mum Guilt, above!)

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Jennie is writing's avatar

Sorry to anyone called Yvonne 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

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Alys Hedd's avatar

Oh gosh yeah.... I don't want to start an another Karen situation 🤣🤣🤣

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Mum Guilt and Other Stories's avatar

There's a mindset activity we did with some students where you identify your inner critic and name it, then when it starts niggling you have someone to tell to shut up. One girl called hers Bob and every now and then in class I'd see her doubting herself and she'd look back at me and start muttering "shut it, Bob!" then crack on 😅

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Alys Hedd's avatar

Ha ha, I love that. I might call her Yvonne!

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Ordinary Therapist's avatar

I echo Jess, I’m so glad you’re going for it! It really is a great idea. 😉

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Alys Hedd's avatar

Thank you 🙏🏼❤️🙂

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Alys Hedd's avatar

Thanks Jess 🙂❤️

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