In this episode, Terry shares a moment from a recent grad school meeting that hit a little deeper than expected. When his professor casually said, “Obviously, you’re a good writer,” it sparked an uncomfortable what-if:

If AI had written that assignment, who was the compliment actually for?

This episode dives into the quiet insecurities indie creatives carry: imposter syndrome, comparison traps, and the constant feeling that we need outside validation to prove we’re “good enough.” Terry talks honestly about why using AI to shortcut creative work can steal the very moments that reassure us of our own talent.

What He Talks About

• The grad school moment that triggered a creative identity check
• How AI-generated work can disrupt your relationship with your own artistry
• Why compliments matter—and why you deserve to believe them
• The unique pressures of being an indie creator
• How to use AI as a tool without letting it take ownership of your voice

Takeaway

Indie creatives already face so many reasons to doubt themselves. Don’t hand AI one more. Your work deserves to sound like you, and the praise you get along the way should belong to you, too.

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