From Doubt to Drive: How to Fight Fear and Spark Your Creative Fire

After several years spent working for the federal government, Amy L. Bernstein’s soul was completely crushed by the lack of creativity in the work. She was working incredibly hard—and feeling numb and demoralized. She realized she needed to make significant changes to her life or fall into a serious depression.

Amy had to identify her wounds and learn to heal them, to be honest with herself and others.

Amy L. Bernstein is a multi-genre author, book coach, and former award-winning journalist.

Amy’s latest book, Wrangling the Doubt Monster: Fighting Fears, Finding Inspiration, is the little book of encouragement that every self-doubting creative person needs to help them pursue artistic dreams and a more creative life. Her book won her first place in the self-help category at BookFest 2025.

In Amy's interview, she answers the following questions:

• 1.   What is the relationship between creativity and self-doubt?
• 2.   How does self-doubt hold you back from your full potential?
• 3.   Strategies we can adopt to learn to manage our doubts and boost self-confidence
• What about making career pivots in mid-life
• What are some of the ups and downs of being a writer?

As a writer and as a professional book coach, Amy is determined to help other writers and artists come to grips with self-confidence issues and learn to embrace their creative identity.

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"Wrangling the Doubt Monster: Fighting Fears, Finding Inspiration" by Amy L. Bernstein is a profound exploration into the pervasive presence of self-doubt within the creative process. Bernstein, a multi-genre author and seasoned writing instructor, delves into the psychological underpinnings of doubt, illustrating how it can simultaneously hinder and fuel artistic endeavors.

Through a compassionate lens, she encourages artists to embrace doubt as a natural and potentially beneficial aspect of their creative journey. The book is structured to provide both theoretical insights and practical strategies. Bernstein weaves engaging anecdotes with psychological research, presenting a nuanced approach that treats doubt not as an adversary to be vanquished, but as a companion to be managed.

This perspective is vividly brought to life through whimsical illustrations by Mary Grace Corpus, adding a visual element that enhances the reader's experience of introspection and understanding. Bernstein's writing is both accessible and relatable, making complex psychological concepts easy to grasp. She emphasizes the importance of cognitive disinhibition, a state where unrelated ideas merge to foster innovation, and explores how cultural environments influence the prevalence and intensity of doubt among artists.

The book's free-flowing format allows readers to dip in at any point for immediate comfort or inspiration, making it a versatile tool for creative individuals. "Wrangling the Doubt Monster" is not just a guide; it's a source of emotional support and a call to action. Bernstein provides actionable advice for harnessing doubt to enhance creative output, advocating for a productive coexistence with this emotional shadow.

The book challenges conventional views by redefining doubt as a source of creative fuel, urging artists to see it as an integral part of their artistic process. Endorsed by notable figures like Jennie Nash, Dr. Eric Maisel, and Maggie Jackson, the book has received acclaim for its common-sense wisdom and empowering message.

It's positioned as an essential read for anyone involved in creative endeavors, offering a kind and gentle antidote to the often harsh self-criticism that plagues the artistic community. Ultimately, "Wrangling the Doubt Monster" stands as a testament to the resilience of the creative spirit, inspiring artists to navigate their doubts with courage and grace.

Does the end of prosperity start at home?

A striving family. A collapsing economy. A tragic death. In Tent City, 

everyone must confront their demons in the struggle to survive.

Tent City is a contemporary dystopian family saga that places ordinary citizens in extraordinary circumstances, precipitated by dire economic disruption. As the American town of Willing crumbles under a collapsing economy, hundreds seek refuge in the dense "city" of tents that spring up in the Kings' big backyard, setting the once-thriving King family on a collision course with disillusionment, disaster, and for some, a new and hopeful beginning. This family saga revolves around trust and betrayal, love and loyalty, and the will to survive the breakdown of the American Dream.

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How to Go From Adversity to Victory

Bryan Charleau’s story is one that many of us can relate to because of adversity and disappointments. Bryan transferred schools to pursue his athletic dreams but had to deal with back-to-back ACL tears within six months.

His struggles with having to step away from his athletic dreams and find a new identity put him into a very dark place but……. That was then. Today he shares how he turned those struggles into success and is now a mentor to those who want to achieve in every area of their lives.  

Is a career in sales for you or are you overridden with self-doubt, excuses, and negativity? Maybe you shudder at the thought of leaving your comfort zone.  Bryan will show you how to turn that around and lead by example.

In Bryan's interview, he shared his guidebook to a career in sales including the fears to overcome, setting goals, planning and motivation, and how his techniques are for everyone wanting to succeed.

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Outwork, Outperform, and Outsell

If you have been led to the sales profession but don't know where to start or who to turn to, Pitching Sales! is more than just a beginner's guide; it is a literary mentorship for all new professionals entering a career in sales.

Pitching Sales! is meant for the young professional just finishing school and looking to define themself, for the struggling student trying to find a job to pay their tuition, for the individual who has heard about the opportunities of commissioned income, and for those looking to master the basic principles of sales to accelerate their career trajectory.

Like every sales professional, Bryan Charleau had to pursue this career the hard way, which, according to the workforce, is "the only way." Based on what he had to endure on his journey to success, Charleau presents insightful ways on how you can connect the dots much faster than he did, allowing you to perpetuate the highs and soften the lows and allowing you to recognize that at the beginning, you do not need to navigate sales on your own.

With real-world experiences, expert insight, and a few anecdotes, Bryan Charleau walks you through what it takes to succeed in one of the most competitive professions, sales. Learn habits, techniques, and targeted efforts that will lay the foundation for early success and expedited growth.

With no clear road map, many struggle to achieve success, and even fewer sustain it. Pitching Sales! will act as your comprehensive guide, helping you turn sales into a career and ensure your hard work pays off.

Learn how to:

• Align your expectations for your new profession.
• Tailor your applications and prepare for interviews.
• Understand different commission structures.
• Foster the proper mindset needed to be a sales professional.
• Recognize obstacles in your sales development.
• Learn and implement lasting habits needed to excel in sales.
• Discover how to motivate, and re-motivate, yourself.
• Plan your next steps to success.

If you are looking to kick start your sales career or push your career forward, let this book pitch you on sales!

 

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