#181: Dr. K – The Harvard Psychiatrist helping creators with performance, burnout, and dealing with negative feedback.
Creator Science
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Ego and Confidence: The Internal vs External Self-Worth
Ego and confidence lie at opposite ends of the spectrum, with ego deriving self-worth externally and confidence deriving it internally. Content creators often develop egos due to the link between self-worth and performance. Ego is not inherently negative but can be problematic when it controls us instead of us controlling it. A controlled ego is essential for asserting oneself and ensuring fair treatment in contracts, indicating that ego is not inherently evil but must be managed effectively.
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