A rational struggle, especially for those who are trying hard to make a name or get the right kind of notice. Or in my case, I fear losing the interest of the people I admire. I have this lie that I believe where if I can’t continuously make someone happy or draw them pictures like the way other people can, then what’s the point of keeping me around?
Comparing art is not going to do anything but make you feel bad about yourself and your ability. Yet we do it all the time anyway. Why?