What did you believe about yourself as a child that you no longer believe?

We asked folks a question that led to many surprising answers – some sad, some thought-provoking and some funny. We’ve highlighted a cross section of those responses below.

Linda Marian

I suppose this is the question we all tend to avoid because it’s deeply personal. But I’ll be honest and share it. I’ve never truly believed in myself. I’ve never felt that who I am inside is good enough for this world. I was always an outsider, someone who didn’t quite fit in. Read more>>

Flesh Money

When I was young, right as I got into this type of creation, I was struggling very deeply with my mental health. From middle school until high school I struggled with feelings of worthlessness. I genuinely believed that there was nothing for me to pursue than a menial job & continued substance abuse. Read more>>

Jeff Hare

As a middle child and a gay kid growing up in the midwest, I always believed that I wasn’t good enough or would never amount to anything. Life just happened then, and I never had the guts or the willpower to change that. My life was basically on a path of mediocrity. Read more>>

Sani Baladi

As a child, I always thought that once you grow up, you have to stop being playful and take everything seriously. But the older I get, the more I realize the opposite is true. I still feel like a kid when I’m creating. Read more>>

Christine Mitchell

I used to believe that I didn’t have the motivation for drive to chase a dream or society’s version of success. However once I was in my late 20s I was bitten by the passion bug which led me to pursue my interests and gave me an excited electric feeling that I noticed in other go getters. Read more>>