Musings: Have You Tried Patience?

Your plan can be solid and yet—fall apart. Mo begins with a simple question, “How does the word patience make you feel?”, then follow the thread into what happens when timelines slip, progress looks messy, and you’re tempted to decide it “isn’t meant to be.” If you’ve ever felt foolish for believing you could control the outcome, you’re not alone and you’re not broken. In this episode Mo talk’s about patience as an active creative practice, not passive waiting: the kind that keeps you learning guitar, writing music, painting, or building any skill when your results don’t match your taste yet. We get into the ego cycle that shows up mid-practice, the brief flashes of “oh wow, this is why I’m here,” and the darker moments when self-doubt gets loud enough to make you quit. Mo share’s the gentler, repeatable self-talk that helps her return tomorrow, take rest days without shame, and keep faith intact while she’s still in the mess of the middle. You’ll also hear how learning style matters, especially for kinetic learners who need movement and hands-on repetition to retain information, plus why structured lessons and fundamentals can actually create more freedom later. The truth of this episode is in the uncomfortable question of: Why do we need reassurance if we truly trust this will work out? If this hits home, subscribe, share the episode with a friend who’s building something, and leave a quick review so more creators can find it.Do you want to be on This is a Metaphor? Send Us a Text!Instagram: @tiam.podcast &  @joyscout.mo For Guest Inquiries, collaborations, and questions: Email Mo: [email protected]“Don’t get Deterred, get Inspired”