Money, clients, our personal goals can add up to constantly feeling the need to rush in a very anxious way. And yet, we know that high-quality, thoughtful creative work simply cannot be rushed. Yes, there are exceptions and rushing is not the same thing as efficiency. In fact, they are opposites.

So, how do we push back on that anxious sensation that creates an imperative to rush?

Pat and James have you covered…mostly.

Questions for Listeners:

* What happens when you rush your work?

* Yep, we thought so.

* How do you deal with this particular creative anxiety?

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