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In this episode of Two Cranky Creatives, Carrie and Toni tackle the relentless pressure to always be creating. If you’ve ever felt like you’re falling behind because you’re not churning out work at lightning speed—trust us, you’re not alone.
Social media, hustle culture, and the myth of the "always-on" artist can make it feel like you're failing if you're not constantly producing. But here’s the truth: It’s okay to step back, take a break, and ignore the noise. Your creative journey is yours alone—no algorithm gets to dictate it.
In This Episode, You’ll Hear About:🎨 The overwhelming pressure to produce and why it’s okay to slow down.❌ Why you don’t have to jump on every challenge or contest (seriously, you can say no).🗣️ How to tune out the FOMO and stay true to your artistic voice.⚡ Practical ways to create on your own terms—without the burnout.
The art world will keep spinning whether you post today or not. What matters most is making work that feels authentic to you. So, let’s get cranky and reclaim our creative freedom!
Two Cranky Creatives …
Two Cranky Creatives is hosted by Carrie Cantwell & Toni Federico, two seasoned art entrepreneurs who pull back the curtain on the highs and lows of making a living as a creative. Expect unfiltered, real talk about the challenges, victories, and everything in between that comes with navigating the art world as a business. Whether you're a fellow creative or just curious about the hustle, join us every other week for candid conversations that go beyond the usual sugar-coated advice.
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In this episode of Two Cranky Creatives, Carrie and Toni tackle the relentless pressure to always be creating. If you’ve ever felt like you’re falling behind because you’re not churning out work at lightning speed—trust us, you’re not alone.
Social media, hustle culture, and the myth of the "always-on" artist can make it feel like you're failing if you're not constantly producing. But here’s the truth: It’s okay to step back, take a break, and ignore the noise. Your creative journey is yours alone—no algorithm gets to dictate it.
In This Episode, You’ll Hear About:🎨 The overwhelming pressure to produce and why it’s okay to slow down.❌ Why you don’t have to jump on every challenge or contest (seriously, you can say no).🗣️ How to tune out the FOMO and stay true to your artistic voice.⚡ Practical ways to create on your own terms—without the burnout.
The art world will keep spinning whether you post today or not. What matters most is making work that feels authentic to you. So, let’s get cranky and reclaim our creative freedom!
Two Cranky Creatives …
Two Cranky Creatives is hosted by Carrie Cantwell & Toni Federico, two seasoned art entrepreneurs who pull back the curtain on the highs and lows of making a living as a creative. Expect unfiltered, real talk about the challenges, victories, and everything in between that comes with navigating the art world as a business. Whether you're a fellow creative or just curious about the hustle, join us every other week for candid conversations that go beyond the usual sugar-coated advice.
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