Your Bravest Year Yet- Embracing Fear and Moving Forward in Your Creative Practice

I Like Your Work: Conversations with Artists

Welcome to a brand-new year of creativity, inspiration, and fearless action! In this episode, I dive into the transformative power of “doing it afraid.” Whether you’re starting a new project, setting ambitious creative goals, or facing the ever-present inner critic, this episode will guide you toward embracing fear as a motivator rather than a barrier. I share actionable tips to help you kickstart your creative year with clarity, momentum, and confidence—even if fear is along for the ride.

Plus, don’t miss the sneak peek into my upcoming free class, Do It Afraid - Planning Your Creative 2025, happening January 22! Learn how to plan meaningful, courageous goals for the year and create a personalized action plan to achieve them.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• How to reframe fear as a sign that your work matters.
• The power of small, consistent actions to build momentum.
• How to identify and break down creative goals that stretch and excite you.
• Details about Erika’s free class on January 22 to help you plan your most creative year yet.

Links and Resources Mentioned:

• Sign up for the free class, Do It Afraid - Planning Your Creative 2025: https://theworksmembership.com/freeclass-register-q1/
• Follow Erika on Instagram for more creative inspiration: @ilikeyourworkpodcast and @erikabhess

Quick Action for Listeners: Write down one creative goal for 2025 and the smallest possible step you can take toward it. Share it with Erika on Instagram or during the class on January 22 for a chance to connect and celebrate your progress together! Follow and Subscribe: Never miss an episode of I Like Your Work! Follow the show and leave a review to support fellow creatives!