045: Overcoming Self-Doubt: Mary Marantz on “Underestimated”

In this episode of 'Meet the Author,' host Alison Trowbridge interviews Mary Marantz about her new book 'Underestimated: The Surprisingly Simple Shift to Quit Playing Small, Name the Fear, and Move Forward.' The conversation delves into Mary's personal journey from growing up in rural West Virginia to becoming a Yale graduate and best-selling author. They discuss the themes of fear, self-criticism, and the transformative power of naming one's fears. Mary shares her insights into overcoming imposter syndrome and perfectionism, drawing from her own experiences and the content of her latest book. The episode also touches on the significance of deep, authentic work, the importance of not abandoning oneself, and the power of becoming the truest version of oneself. Along the way, they highlight the symbolism in the book's cover and offer actionable advice for aspiring authors.Timestamp Menu: 00:00 Introduction to Meet the Author01:05 Meet Mary Maria: A Longtime Friend02:43 Mary's Journey to Becoming an Author04:53 The Inspiration Behind 'Underestimated'06:20 Understanding Fear and Its Many Faces12:45 Imposter Syndrome and Overcoming Self-Doubt19:26 The Role of Anxiety and Perfectionism25:06 Exploring Internal Family Systems (IFS)25:36 Understanding Internal Family Systems26:21 Procrastination and the Inner Critic29:08 Navigating Rejection and Criticism30:59 The Journey of Becoming an Author32:59 Challenges and Triumphs of Book Launches38:58 Embracing Authenticity in Writing41:17 Exploring the Book Cover and Easter Eggs44:44 Final Thoughts and ResourcesDownload the Copper Books App: https://author.love/appLearn more about Copper Books: www.copperbooks.comApply to publish with Copper: https://admin.typeform.com/form/zqBcs2sM/create?block=01HRZD9J9B8XV7VDN759VWM2RTFollow Copper Books on Instagram: https://instagram.com/copper.booksFollow Allison Trowbridge on Instagram: https://instagram.com/alliebridge