Why is it so hard to say the words, “I’m a writer”? Because labels shape identity - and once you say it out loud, you’re accountable to it.

In this episode, I dig into why claiming the title feels so vulnerable, especially for moms. From cultural narratives that minimize creative work to the risk of judgment when you’re unpublished, fear is normal. But fear also means you care.

I’ll share the story of my own hesitation to call myself a writer, and how finally saying it out loud shifted everything. Plus, you’ll hear encouragement to practice claiming the identity in low-stakes ways so you can start believing it for yourself.

Join my upcoming workshop: Finally Write Your Novel: Build a Creative Practice That Sticks (Even as a Busy Mom!). Register here: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/SQB7g75-Sa2TYHgEAo5IJg

If calling yourself a writer feels scary but you know it’s the truth, coaching can help you step into that identity with confidence. Book a free consultation at https://calendly.com/joseesmith/book.