Practicing Confidence! Be Cringe! Advice that will impact your every day mindset — with Artist & Illustrator Megan Roy

If You’re Going to Compete, Compete with Yourself — with Artist Megan RoyMake bad art. Be cringe. Just keep showing up — because your only goal is getting better. — BrandiIn this inspiring episode of Colour Me Happy, artist and illustrator Megan Roy joins host Brandi Hofer for a heart-to-heart about creativity, self-improvement, and the courage it takes to keep showing up. Megan shares how competing only with yourself can transform your art practice — and your mindset. Together, Brandi and Megan dive into how past experiences (even unrelated jobs!) can shape your creative voice, how to escape “victim mode” through personal growth, and why being your own best advocate is the key to unlocking opportunities. You’ll fall in love with Megan’s refreshing honesty, her practical advice, and her reminder that growth comes from making, not from waiting for perfection.3 Takeaway Tips:Compete only with yourself. Progress happens when you focus on improving a little each day — not comparing yourself to others.Be your own advocate. Opportunities rarely fall into your lap — go after them, ask for them, and believe you’re worthy of them.Step out of victim mode. Difficult moments are temporary — shift from “why me?” to “what can I learn from this?” and watch your confidence grow.