Don’t Murder Your Talent

Let me share something real with you—doubt can stop you before you even start. I’ve been there. I’ve let my own mind talk me out of things I really wanted. It wasn’t because I didn’t care or didn’t have the skills. It was because I doubted myself. And let me tell you, that’s a hard pill to swallow when you look back and realize what you missed out on.

So, let’s talk about how to avoid making that same mistake this year. First things first: doubt is normal. It happens to everyone. But the difference between those who go after their dreams and those who don’t is simple—they don’t let doubt win. They feel it and move forward anyway.

Here’s the game: what’s the worst that can happen if you try? Maybe you won’t get exactly what you want. But even if you fall short, you’re still better off. You’ll learn, grow, and be able to look yourself in the mirror knowing you gave it your all. That’s how you build confidence—by taking action, not by sitting on the sidelines.

Now imagine the flip side. What happens if you don’t try? You’ll never know what could’ve been. That’s a regret you don’t want to carry. Trust me on that.

And here’s the thing—Doubt Kills Dreams is more than just an idea; it’s something we’ve all faced. That feeling of uncertainty when stepping into unfamiliar territory? It’s real. But deep down, you know there’s a thrill and a prize waiting for you on the other side. That’s why I’m releasing a new collection at the end of January: a hat, a jacket, and a hoodie—all inspired by this journey of pushing past doubt.

These pieces are tools—gentle reminders of what’s possible if you apply yourself just a little more. They’re here to keep you focused on what could be, not what might go wrong.

Let this year be the year of you actually doing what you said you were going to do, no matter the result. It takes mental toughness to see past the doubt that sometimes comes with haymakers that feel impossible to withstand. But what you don’t realize is that you possess the power and talent to withstand doubt’s toughest blows. It starts with simply believing it.

So here’s my advice: start small if you have to, but start. Take that first step toward whatever it is you’re dreaming about. And don’t overthink it—just move. Doubt will try to creep in, but you don’t have to listen. Remember, you’re capable of more than you think.

I’m telling you this because I care, and because I know how easy it is to let doubt take over. Don’t let it. Not this year. Let this be the year you go for it, no matter what. You owe that to yourself.

Keep your head up and stay focused. You’ve got this.