Grandiosity, overthinking, and the illusion of completion — I’ve been caught in all three. This memo explores the creative traps that kept me stuck, and how small acts of making helped me finally break free.
Midlife Makers
The Three Creative Traps I Lived In (And How I Escaped)
The Three Creative Traps I Lived In (And How I Escaped)
The hidden costs of staying stuck and the momentum of moving small.
Midlife Makers
Midlife Makers is where creativity meets midlife. Hosted by Nick Simard, this short-form podcast shares weekly memos — sparks, stories, and reflections that prove it’s never too late to create. In under ten minutes, you’ll find encouragement to make something small, let go of perfection, and rediscover your spark in midlife.
Midlife Makers is where creativity meets midlife. Hosted by Nick Simard, this short-form podcast shares weekly memos — sparks, stories, and reflections that prove it’s never too late to create. In under ten minutes, you’ll find encouragement to make something small, let go of perfection, and rediscover your spark in midlife.
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Nick Simard
