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Wendy Scott's avatar

It does get better with time.

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Emily Mall's avatar

My word! Every line rang true to my current experience in life.I even posted today for the first time in months. Thank you so much for these words… truly. ❤️

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Jeanette Martin's avatar

Keep posting. It gets to be more fun over time.

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Jeanette Martin's avatar

And thank you so much for becoming a paid subscriber! Let me know in what ways I can help you.

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Lee Reader's avatar

Thankyou. Perfect words, perfect timing 💚

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Lavender's avatar

This is such a beautiful piece! And a wonderful reminder of what really matters. Allowing that inner child to come out and play makes life so much more fun! And you’re so right - at the end of the day, the impact to even one person MATTERS 💗 thank you so much! (PS your watercolor art is so lively and warm - I love it!!)

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Jeanette Martin's avatar

Thank you Lavender. It does matter that we play and do art and write if we are drawn to that!

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Anton's avatar

The article "Find the Courage to Be Seen" delves into the common fears writers face when sharing their work publicly. It encourages embracing vulnerability and overcoming self-doubt, highlighting that even renowned authors like Maya Angelou and J.K. Rowling experienced similar apprehensions. The piece serves as a motivating reminder that growth and creativity flourish when we step beyond our comfort zones.

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David Helgran's avatar

Jeanette,

Your words found me at a time when I am just starting to share my creative writing side with the world. I’ve kept it private for essentially my entire adult life, and now as I’m sharing more and more public writing, my courage is constantly tested with what I’m willing to share, and just how vulnerable I’m willing to allow myself to be on the internet.

Thank you for sharing this. Today, the universe seems to be sending me a clear message to lean in and keep telling my story the only way I know how. Thank you passing along the message.

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Jeanette Martin's avatar

We're all in that to and fro dance of whether and what to share. It's a loop with ourselves and a constant checking in with how we feel.

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Sean M Clarke's avatar

Love this Jeanette, I agree so much with the itch needing to be scratched! Also wanted to say how much I love this painting (again!!)

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Meredith Forder's avatar

Love this and so timely for me. Thank you 1000 times thank you 🤍

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Katie Beete's avatar

I definitely feel much more comfortable sharing the knowledge I have than personal stories. I have decided to start small and hopefully my voice will get stronger as I do ✨💖

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Jeanette Martin's avatar

I've found more courage and clarity the more I write and share.

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Katie Beete's avatar

Thank you for that insight, I really appreciate it 🙏🏼 I do find the more I write the clearer things get it’s why I love Journalling so much ✨💖

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Thunderhoof's avatar

You ever try oil painting?

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Jeanette Martin's avatar

Not yet! I'm glad to see you have.

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Tai McQueen's avatar

It looks like a very successful attempt to me!

At the risk of anthropomorphising, that looks like one very courageous and determined bird!

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Jeanette Martin's avatar

That’s funny, Tai!

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A.Sharma's avatar

Such a beautiful read✨your Substack speaks to the soul!

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Lianne's avatar

Thank you for this. I’m just embracing the courage to write and it’s been exhilarating to just let go of the excuses holding me back and just do it.

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Jeanette Martin's avatar

I look forward to seeing you write Lianne.

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Lianne's avatar

Thank you, Jeanette for the kind words and for the follow. 😊

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JoAnn Nyman's avatar

Thanks for the push to be brave and thanks for sharing the lovely painting. Very pretty,

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Michele Dickson's avatar

Thank you so much 💓 I will post my life.

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Sal Gallaher Author's avatar

Beautifully said, Jeanette!

Every word resonated with me, made me smile, made me tear up and had me nodding.

Thanks so much for sharing this encouraging piece and keep up the painting. Its beautiful 💕

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Jeanette Martin's avatar

Thank you Sal for saying that about the words and the painting. It means a lot to me when something I create resonates.

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