You’ve probably said this phrase hundreds of times. You’ve definitely heard it. It’s woven into how we talk about work, success, and creativity... but what if it’s been quietly stealing your joy all along?

In this episode, Mak and Valerie pull back the curtain on a cultural belief that keeps so many creatives stuck in struggle. They share why this mindset feels noble on the surface but actually creates shame, burnout, and self-doubt… and what to replace it with instead.

If you’ve ever wondered why you feel guilty for doing what comes easily, or why joy feels “less valuable” than struggle, this conversation will feel like freedom.

It’s time to delete this phrase from your vocabulary and reclaim the delight you were meant to create from.

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