Episode 9: The Comparison Trap: Social Media, Self-Doubt & Creative Confidence

Welcome back to The Sewcial Hour Podcast ! This week, we’re diving into a topic that hits close to home for many makers—the comparison trap. With constant posts of perfectly staged sewing spaces, flawless finishes, and endless new projects, it’s easy to feel like you’re not doing enough. Today, we’re talking about how social media can stir up self-doubt, imposter syndrome, and the pressure to “keep up” in the creative space. In this episode, we discuss: The bandwagon effect: new patterns, trending fabrics, and sewing FOMO How to recognize when comparison is stealing your joy Ways to reconnect with your own creative goals and pace We also chat about what we’re working on in our Stitch & Share segment: Bethany is working on more quilted shoes (yes, there’s a YouTube tutorial coming!) Audra is finally sewing something practical—a wallet to replace her falling-apart Fossil one Plus, don't miss our fun icebreaker: Would you rather have unlimited thread or unlimited needles? Drop your answer in The Sewcial Sewists Facebook group under today's episode post! As always, we wrap up with a little sunshine in You Love to See It, and give you a sneak peek at next week’s episode featuring a special guest: Misty Doan! 📲 Stay Connected: - Join the Sewcial Sewists Facebook group - Follow us on Instagram & Facebook @TheSewcialHourPodcast - Watch & subscribe on YouTube Thanks for listening—we hope our stories inspire you to follow your sewing dreams!