In this episode of The Download from Wise Woman and Wordsmith, hosted by Jill Marshall, the focus is on the challenging topic of comparison and competition in the creative arts. Jill shares her personal experience inspired by Mike Bullen's novel 'Trust' and contrasts it with David Nicholls' works to emphasise the inherent difficulties in comparing creative works. She discusses the pitfalls of social media validation, recounts her own cautionary tale of seeking followers on Facebook, and highlights the unreliability of reviews and awards as measures of true creative success. The episode encourages creators to focus on their unique journeys and celebrate their unique voices, while also uplifting and supporting fellow creators. 00:00 Welcome to The Download00:34 Exploring Comparison and Competition in Creativity00:51 The Story Behind the Discussion01:40 Comparing Creative Works: Mike Bullen vs. David Nicholls03:18 The Impact of Social Media on Creators04:01 The Pitfalls of Chasing Likes and Followers05:58 The Reality of Reviews and Awards08:22 Embracing Unique Creative Journeys09:15 Moving Away from Harmful Comparisons10:29 Final Thoughts and Recommendations Links: The Download: How downloads find you, and help you find yourself (aka the crazy Mike Bullen connection!) On Apple Podcasts On Spotify On Buzzsprout/Browser Trust by Mike BullenYou Are Here by David Nicholls   Message Us! Find out more about Jill’s best-selling fiction and storyworlds on girlpowerpublishing.com. Find The Download Podcast on YouTube, FaceBook, Instagram, Apple Podcasts, Spotify and LinkedIn

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