This wasn't supposed to be a teaching episode, but sometimes the most powerful lessons come from the most honest moments. I've been questioning everything lately – why I keep pushing so hard when it feels like I'm constantly running uphill with no end in sight. Between tattooing full-time, running Bluebird Tattoo Studio, mentoring, podcasting, and creating content, I was drowning. But then I remembered exactly why I'm here, and it's not for me. If you've ever felt like the angry stray cat who needs help but won't let anyone close enough to give it, this one's for you. You're not alone, and you don't have to figure it all out by yourself anymore.

What You'll Learn in This Episode:

• Why burnout is often a sign you're meant for something bigger than just yourself

• How being hyper-independent can actually sabotage your success and growth

• The "angry cat syndrome" and why some of us push away the help we desperately need

• How sharing your struggles can transform both your pain and someone else's journey

• Why mentoring others might be the missing piece that gives your work real meaning

• The difference between working for yourself versus working for a greater purpose

• How to recognize when your walls are keeping out the very people trying to support you

• Why the most difficult path isn't always the most valuable one to take

 

Links:

boundbyart.com

bluebirdtattoos.com

instagram.com/tattoosbymissiblue

instagram.com/boundbyartproject

instagram.com/bluebirdtattoostudio

 

Music: Unknown Road - The Harp Project