Most writers think they need more confidence.

Terri Trespicio says that’s the wrong goal.

In this episode, Terri explains why the inner critic isn’t the enemy, why criticism feels so destabilizing, and how attachment to being “good” or “liked” quietly sabotages creative progress.

We talk about writing as identity, not output, why passion alone doesn’t carry you through hard drafts, and how to keep working even when the voice in your head won’t cooperate.

In this conversation, we cover:

Why the inner critic never actually goes away

How writers accidentally train themselves to stall

What criticism is really triggering underneath the surface

Why confidence doesn’t finish books

A more sustainable way to stay in motion

If you’re tired of fighting yourself every time you sit down to write, this episode gives you a smarter frame, and a lot less self-drama.