In this episode of Real Talk and Fiction, I want to talk about something "me related"—something I’ve been struggling with. After 15 years of writing, putting my work out there, and grinding endlessly, I’m starting to ask myself: Why am I doing this? Is it truly about the love of storytelling, or have I been chasing fame and recognition all along?

I’ve preached for so long that it’s not about the money, not about the numbers. But what happens when the silence is deafening? When you put everything into your work, and it feels like no one cares? Am I a hypocrite for saying “don’t give up on your dreams” when part of me wants to throw in the towel?

This episode is raw. It’s honest. If you’ve ever felt like a failure, if you’ve ever questioned why you keep creating when it feels like no one is listening—this is for you. Let’s talk about it.