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Katie @ Substack's avatar

Thanks for sharing Shaun! I admire the way you use quotes to bring in different voices and bring the post to life. I especially like the Rollo May quote.

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YouTopian Journey's avatar

Thank you! I think every creator needs to read this!

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Thinking Bat's avatar

It was a lovely read. Enjoyed it all the way. Also, thanks for the shoutout!

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YouTopian Journey's avatar

Thank you!

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C. Amaya's avatar

As always, love the take home message/graphics here. So much truth and inspiration. Encourages me to plow forward with just my self-worth in my pocket and expecting nothing else.

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YouTopian Journey's avatar

Thank you! Rock on!

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Citizen Scholar's avatar

Love this post! "True creators create because they are consumed by an idea, not the thirst for immediate financial gain. This idea is something that cannot be contained with the mind. It must be crafted and released into the world. This is the soul of the creator, one that drives them to go against the grain, take action, and damn the opinion of what the public may think."

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YouTopian Journey's avatar

Thank you!

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Citizen Lars aka Larry Nocella's avatar

Thoroughly enjoyed this. You're a great coach. Reminded me why I write. Thank you!

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YouTopian Journey's avatar

Thank you! Keep on rocking!

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Rufat Rassulov's avatar

Wow, what a piece, Shaun! Today is the best opportunity to start creating, not for financial profit- but for yourself. Thanks for writing this one!

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YouTopian Journey's avatar

Thank you! Get out there and create something!

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Alan Wilson's avatar

I think this may be one of your best to date - or at least, the most relevant to me!

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YouTopian Journey's avatar

Thank you!

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Alison Acheson's avatar

Quite right--we do this because we have to. As for those who don't feel the "have to"--they will be able to get through life without. Bless 'em, surely. Sometimes I'm a little envious. But not really. A good read!

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YouTopian Journey's avatar

Thank you!

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