This was so needed right now, thank you. And saving it so I can find it again when I inevitably need it in the future. And for what it’s worth if my kids went to your kids school I would definitely be in the latter crew 😊
Your words came at the right time - I feel this so much. It always helps to remind myself that the hard weeks won't last forever. I love your writing and hope you find some comfort in knowing that you're helping so many of us women by sharing these thoughts! x
I have been having this same crisis for... Well... Most of my life actually, but it's been stronger than usual lately. I also watched Nightbitch today for the first time and felt like I was watching myself. I think it IS embarrassing what we're doing here, but that doesn't mean it's not worthwhile. I'm embarrassed all the time to admit to myself that my dreams of being a writer have amounted to a blog, but also, I love writing my blog/Substack, so who cares if it's a bit embarrassing? (I mean, I do, I care, and I know you probably do too about your work, but maybe it's comforting to know you're not alone in this? Also, for what it's worth, your Substack isn't embarrassing to READ, it's great.)
Thank you for sharing. The result is not the embarrassing part I guess. It's the wanting, the effort, the output, the why can't I be satisfied with what I have? A question to ponder another day.
I definitely have moments where I’m like, what am I doing here? I’m being so silly! But hey, it’s fun! I like it! That’s all the reason I need. Life is absurd, the fact we even wear clothes is kind of funny when you think about it. We’re just animals in clothes! (This is the weirdest comment I’ve ever written, I’m sorry, I’m so tired hahah).
Jade, I loved reading this so much. It made me feel less alone, and I hope you know you're not alone either. The number of times I wanted to reach through the screen while reading your words to say "me too, me too" was too many to count. Some weeks are just plain hard. Keep going. You're such a talented writer and clearly on the right path. Rooting for you!
I know firsthand how hard it is to let go of the role that once defined me — a role tied to a big brand that fed my ego. Becoming a mother and stepping away from the corporate world forced me to ask, “Who am I without that identity?” The journey of detaching is long and ongoing, but it’s been absolutely worth it. On my toughest days, I remind myself — well, mostly my partner reminds me (sometimes with an eye roll and a “here we go again”) — that you are not your work; you are the ever-evolving, courageous person you truly are.
(P.S. I’m writing this while my son asks me to print him a Godzilla.)
Ego is definitely a huge part of it. Though I’ve never met a writer without an ego ha. We seek to be seen, heard and understood and if our work is not validated then what? Haha it’s a fickle thing! I do have to also laugh at myself too. It’s not a doom! X
This was so needed right now, thank you. And saving it so I can find it again when I inevitably need it in the future. And for what it’s worth if my kids went to your kids school I would definitely be in the latter crew 😊
This speaks to me…. Now I must stop reading alone, and start my day with my 7 month old…
Your words came at the right time - I feel this so much. It always helps to remind myself that the hard weeks won't last forever. I love your writing and hope you find some comfort in knowing that you're helping so many of us women by sharing these thoughts! x
I have been having this same crisis for... Well... Most of my life actually, but it's been stronger than usual lately. I also watched Nightbitch today for the first time and felt like I was watching myself. I think it IS embarrassing what we're doing here, but that doesn't mean it's not worthwhile. I'm embarrassed all the time to admit to myself that my dreams of being a writer have amounted to a blog, but also, I love writing my blog/Substack, so who cares if it's a bit embarrassing? (I mean, I do, I care, and I know you probably do too about your work, but maybe it's comforting to know you're not alone in this? Also, for what it's worth, your Substack isn't embarrassing to READ, it's great.)
Thank you for sharing. The result is not the embarrassing part I guess. It's the wanting, the effort, the output, the why can't I be satisfied with what I have? A question to ponder another day.
I get it totally, we’re in the same boat!
I definitely have moments where I’m like, what am I doing here? I’m being so silly! But hey, it’s fun! I like it! That’s all the reason I need. Life is absurd, the fact we even wear clothes is kind of funny when you think about it. We’re just animals in clothes! (This is the weirdest comment I’ve ever written, I’m sorry, I’m so tired hahah).
That’s an entire other tangent haha ah the exhausted mind.
You are brave, fun and inspiring x
Thank you my friend xxx
Jade, I loved reading this so much. It made me feel less alone, and I hope you know you're not alone either. The number of times I wanted to reach through the screen while reading your words to say "me too, me too" was too many to count. Some weeks are just plain hard. Keep going. You're such a talented writer and clearly on the right path. Rooting for you!
I guess that is why I do it. Why I do share these very intimate thoughts because I know I’m not the only one. And thank you for your kind words 🥹 X
I know firsthand how hard it is to let go of the role that once defined me — a role tied to a big brand that fed my ego. Becoming a mother and stepping away from the corporate world forced me to ask, “Who am I without that identity?” The journey of detaching is long and ongoing, but it’s been absolutely worth it. On my toughest days, I remind myself — well, mostly my partner reminds me (sometimes with an eye roll and a “here we go again”) — that you are not your work; you are the ever-evolving, courageous person you truly are.
(P.S. I’m writing this while my son asks me to print him a Godzilla.)
Ego is definitely a huge part of it. Though I’ve never met a writer without an ego ha. We seek to be seen, heard and understood and if our work is not validated then what? Haha it’s a fickle thing! I do have to also laugh at myself too. It’s not a doom! X
So true!🫶🏻