Newsletter #168

“Don't be pushed around by the fears in your mind, be led by the dreams in your heart.” — Roy T. Bennett

Jeff Diggs Jr

Mar 1, 2026 — 2 min read

🔊 Fear

“Don't be pushed around by the fears in your mind, be led by the dreams in your heart.”

— Roy T. Bennett

Overthinking is one of the quietest ways independent artists sabotage their own progress. When every decision is second-guessed, creativity turns from expression into anxiety management. I’ve seen artists overcomplicate songs that were already working, adding layers, effects, and ideas that dilute the emotion instead of strengthening it. Fear convinces them that more effort equals more value, when in reality less is usually more.

The same fear shows up in financial decisions. Newer artists often spend money reacting to insecurity instead of investing with purpose. They chase aesthetics, tools, or services that look impressive but have no real return on investment. Find people who are already doing what you aspire to do and who you can trust to guide you on where and where not to step. See how they create. See the type of equipment they use. This isn't about stealing what works for other and avoiding the hard work yourself; it's about stopping yourself from be living you need more than you actually do.

Trust is the bridge between where you are and where you’re trying to go. Letting someone else give their input doesn’t mean giving up your vision; it means protecting it from fear-based decisions. Every creative eventually learns when to stop gripping the wheel and allow momentum to build. Overthinking keeps you busy, but keeping an open mind moves you forward. Growth requires faith—not just in yourself, but in the people who’ve already walked the path.

— Jeff Diggs, Jr.

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