The Unapologetic Pinner

The Real Reason You’re Procrastinating Your Marketing (And It’s Not Laziness)

Dana Season 3 Episode 3

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If you’ve been avoiding your marketing — even when you want to be consistent — this episode is your permission slip. Procrastination isn’t laziness. It’s self-protection. Especially when your emotional bandwidth is tapped.

We’re breaking down the mindset blocks behind marketing avoidance and how to gently rebuild your visibility rhythm without shame, pressure, or burnout. Plus, why Pinterest is the easiest platform to re-enter when you’re overwhelmed.


What You’ll Learn

  • Why procrastination appears during seasons of emotional overload
  • The neuroscience behind avoidance (in accessible language)
  • Why decision fatigue makes marketing feel harder
  • How to restart your Pinterest strategy with micro-wins
  • The 4-step path to reducing overwhelm
  • The soft skill that matters here: self-compassion

Reflection Question

What part of your marketing feels emotionally heavy — and what’s underneath that heaviness?


Mentioned in This Episode

The Styled Pin Collection — A creative jumpstart with beautiful, trend-backed templates that make visual expression fun again.
The VEIL Visibility Audit — Get clarity on how your visibility plan can support your creativity instead of drain it.


Perfect For:

Artists · designers · photographers · wedding pros · creative entrepreneurs feeling stuck, uninspired, or disconnected from their own artistry.



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Pinterest storytelling, Pinterest for wedding professionals, brand building on Pinterest, creative marketing strategy, organic Pinterest growth, visual content strategy, brand story marketing, connecting with clients on Pinterest