32. The Trap of "the Right Way"

How many times have you caught yourself waiting to figure out the right way before you start?

In this episode, I’m talking about the trap of perfectionism, that sneaky belief that there’s a correct formula for everything: the right way to post online, the right way to record a podcast, the right way to build your art, or even the right way to show up in your relationships.

Here’s the truth: chasing the “right way” doesn’t just slow us down. It drains the joy, the momentum, and the spark out of what we’re creating. It also keeps us in a constant loop of second-guessing, procrastinating, or quitting too early.

I share how this shows up in my own creative process, why our brains equate “right” with safety and comfort, and how discomfort is actually part of success, not proof that you’ve failed. We’ll talk about zooming out, redefining what “doing it right” actually means, and why moving forward imperfectly is often the most aligned choice.

If you’ve ever struggled with:
 ✨ perfectionism and fear of failure
 ✨ procrastination because you don’t feel ready yet
 ✨ waiting until you have the perfect plan before you act
 ✨ losing joy in your creative process because you’re following “the rules”

Then this episode will help you breathe a little deeper, take a first step, and start building your life and art with more freedom, joy, and authenticity.

Discover the voice driving your creativity and how to shift into one that feels more like you.

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As always, if this episode resonated, I’d love to hear from you. Find me on Instagram @expressedlife or send me a note at molly@expressedlife.com
 

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