When You're The One Creating The Thing You Must Overcome

In this episode, I share why I set a cast-reading date for my screenplay A Recipe For Us before I had a single actor confirmed—and how that one decision helped me push past perfectionism, procrastination, and the excuses we use to delay the things we say we want. I talk about writing the script on a tight deadline, submitting it to competitions (including an unexpected retreat in Calabria, Italy), what I learned about taking feedback without losing your vision, and how quickly momentum can build once you finally put your work out there. If you’ve been waiting for more confidence, more time, or a perfect plan, this is your reminder to stop putting hurdles in your own way and take the first real step. 00:00 The Perfectionism Trap 02:36 My Screenwriting Story 06:07 Set the Date 11:22 15 Responses in Hours 19:01 Feedback & Creative Ownership 29:17 The Steward, Not the Parent 34:17 Just Do the Thing www.drlisasummerour.com