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The Stoic Creative

Master Your Creative Journey by Focusing on What You Can Control.

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Damian
Dec 03, 2024
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This week’s post dives into the Stoic principle of the Dichotomy of Control—understanding what’s within your power and what isn’t—and how it can transform the way comic creators approach their craft.

When you focus on what you can control, you free yourself from unnecessary stress and unlock creative flow. This perspective ensures you spend your energy where it truly matters: telling your story.

How can comic creators apply the Dichotomy of Control to reduce overwhelm, stay productive, and keep creating, even when external pressures threaten to derail them?

By the end of this post, you’ll learn how to regain focus and make tangible progress on your comics by embracing what you can influence.


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