Daily writing prompt

What’s the thing you’re most scared to do? What would it take to get you to do it?

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Okay, let’s talk about something that gets my heart racing—putting my art pieces in a gallery. Just imagining it feels like standing on a diving board, looking down into the deep end. It’s a mix of excitement and pure terror!

I love creating—painting, sketching, all of it. But when it’s time to share my work with the public? That’s when the panic sets in. I can’t help but think, “Who do I think I am? Will anyone even like this?”

Art is so personal, right? But there’s this annoying voice in my head that keeps saying, “What if they don’t get it? What if they think it’s just not good enough?” It’s like I’m constantly second-guessing myself. I dwell on the pieces that didn’t turn out quite right, and they feel like they’re mocking me from the corner of my studio.

But then, there are those pieces that really resonate with people. You know—those moments when friends are staring at a painting, and their eyes light up with appreciation. Those little victories remind me that maybe I’m not completely lost. But they also make me hesitate, keeping me stuck in my comfort zone.

So, what’s it gonna take for me to jump into the gallery world? I think I need a good push from my buddies or maybe a mentor who sees the potential in my work. It would help to be part of a supportive community, hearing their own struggles and triumphs. Or maybe I could start with a small show—a laid-back gallery where I can take baby steps without feeling overwhelmed.

Honestly, I think it all comes down to a mindset shift. I have to remind myself that art doesn’t have to be perfect. It’s about sharing my feelings and experiences, connecting with others. And who knows, once I step out there, I might find it opens doors to new relationships, conversations, and inspirations I can’t even imagine yet.

So here I am, standing on that diving board, feeling the jitters. But it’s time to leap! What’s the worst that could happen? Maybe my work won’t connect with everyone, but maybe it will touch a few hearts, just like it does mine when I create.

This could be the start of something amazing—a new chapter in my artistic journey where fear turns into courage, and doubt becomes growth. After all, every great artist starts somewhere!