This line really spoke to me, especially in a world where we're often told to "just create" as if it's a simple, endless well to draw from.

You hear this advice all over Medium, almost as much as from Substacker Cultists or Cross-Fitters. Not to mention, all the writer gurus itching to sell their courses and coaching. It boggles the mind!

It’s refreshing, and humbling, to see someone acknowledge how creativity itself can feel like a luxury when the pressure of financial survival kicks in.

Balancing art and livelihood is no small feat, and your honesty brings a powerful reminder that the struggle to stay creative is real.

Thanks for sharing this!