One year ago, I wrote myself a permission slip. It felt silly and uncomfortable, and I almost didn't do it. But someone convinced me it was worth it, and I'm so glad I listened.

That's why I recorded this episode, and I hope you will give it a try. Even if it feels a little weird. Especially if it feels a little weird.

In this episode, you'll write yourself a permission slip. Giving yourself the head nod, thumbs up, the go-ahead to try things. To fail! To relish in the process of creating, and to have more fun.

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Here's the copy to the permission slip, in case you want to come back and recite it to yourself or write it down. (I highly recommend physically writing it.)

I, {insert your name}

Give myself permission to be creative.

I give myself permission to try.

I give myself permission to fail.

I give myself permission to have fun.

I deserve to take time to do what is fun for me.

What I do doesn’t have to be perfect.

Because I find joy in the process.

I am smart. I am capable. I am good.

I am creative.

{Sign your name}