Show Notes
Let’s face it: growth doesn’t always feel exciting—it often feels like letting go. Maybe it’s a tool you once loved, a routine that used to work, or even a dream version of your author career that no longer fits. I’ve been walking through that myself after moving out of our old farmhouse and onto our five acres. In the process of decluttering, I realized we don’t just attach to things—we attach to what they represent. In this week’s episode of the Confident Fiction Author podcast, I’m sharing...
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