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Julie Price's avatar

Hello! I just signed up for your newsletter yesterday so I’m still very new here. I got to read a few of your issues yesterday and was intrigued by your point of view. I’ll have some time this weekend to read more to learn about The Potential Paradox. To answer the question, I’m really new to this whole creative journey. Honestly, every time I hear people talk about ‘systems’ and ‘processes’ I feel like I don’t belong, like I need years of experience before I could even think that way. I like how you’re saying that you don’t need to be advanced at all. You just need some direction wherever you are right now. Seems less intimidating and more hopeful!

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Idris Elijah's avatar

Welcome Julie! So glad you’re here with us. I hope you get the answers you seek. I talk a lot about personal development and the occasional random tidbit. If you have any questions or concerns feel free to comment, leave a chat or dm me. Always here to help 😁🙌🏾

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Jody Freedman's avatar

I know the ebook can help me because I’ve already been reading it! Last night I read and did the exercise for Chapter 2. It brought me back to a few years ago before the journaling and painting and yoga and all the pursuits I have today. I remember saying “yes” to this marketing gig that wasn’t me at all. I had no direction and although I made a few dollars I was so happy when it was over! Direction is so important, much more than how fast you’re going. I’m already learning a lot from the ebook just like I do from reading your newsletters Idris Elijah!

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Idris Elijah's avatar

Ahahahah, love this! So pleased you’re learning a a lot from this ebook in the same way as the newsletter. And your anecdote is universal among creatives. We all have said yes to things that didn’t align with us, but when you know better you do better. I know this is true for you Jody. So happy your enjoying the ebook 🤗😁🙌🏾

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Brian Robert's avatar

I’ve heard the words “system” and “process” a lot on YouTube and in podcasts during the past year. What I like about your ebook and your content on here in general is that we don’t have to force ourselves into any one method. We can use the process to shape our individual creative goals. I don’t like rigid rules but I’m loving the idea of clarity. And that’s the thing I’ve been missing. Looking forward to exploring this more in your ebook Idris!

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Idris Elijah's avatar

They’re pretty much buzz words for sure, but I think they are so important when you realize what they can do for you when you have clarity. Can’t wait to hear what you think of the ebook. 🤩🙌🏾

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