The Anxious Creative

How to Know If You’re on the Right Path (Even When You Doubt Yourself)

Episode Summary

In this episode of The Anxious Creative Podcast, I’m diving into something I know all too well—decision paralysis. You know, that frustrating place where you overthink every little choice and feel stuck in an endless loop of “what ifs.” I’m sharing my own experiences with this (because trust me, I’ve been there a lot), plus practical ways to tell the difference between fear and intuition. We’ll talk about how self-doubt isn’t always a bad thing, why there’s no such thing as a “wrong” decision, and how to start trusting yourself more—even when you have no clue what’s coming next. By the end of this episode, you’ll feel lighter, clearer, and way more ready to take action without second-guessing yourself into oblivion.

Episode Notes

Hey, friend! It’s Dawn, and if you’ve ever felt totally stuck trying to make a decision, you are not alone. I’ve been there—overanalyzing, questioning myself, and straight-up spiraling. In this episode, I’m breaking down what’s really going on when we can’t make a choice and how to move forward with confidence.

What We’re Talking About:

1. Why Decision Paralysis Happens
   • The real reason you get stuck in overthinking mode.
   • A peek into my own struggles with making choices.
2. Fear vs. Intuition—How to Tell the Difference
   • Fear is loud, anxious, and panicky—it pressures you to act fast.
   • Intuition is steady, calm, and keeps nudging you in the right direction.
   • Some of my favorite tricks to figure out which one is talking.
3. Self-Doubt Isn’t Always Bad
   • What if self-doubt actually means you’re growing?
   • Why waiting for confidence before taking action is backward.
4. How to Start Trusting Yourself
   • The truth: There’s no such thing as a “wrong” decision.
   • Every choice leads to learning—even if it doesn’t go as planned.
   • The key to moving forward without getting stuck in indecision.

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Remember, you don’t need to have it all figured out. Just take the next step. I’m cheering you on! 💛

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