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EPISODE · Feb 24, 2026 · 15 MIN

The Fear of Judgment: Writing Your Truth Anyway

from Making Memoir Magic · host Kerry Kriseman

Do you hesitate to write your memoir because of fear—of judgment, criticism, or misunderstanding? In this episode, Kerry explores why fear of judgment is natural, how it shows up in your writing, and practical strategies to write authentically anyway. Learn how to reclaim your voice, embrace courage, and share your story honestly without overthinking.What You’ll Learn:Why fear of judgment stops so many writersHow to identify when fear is controlling your storyTechniques to write honestly and courageouslyHow to start small, build trust in your voice, and grow confidenceCTAs:Join the Make Memoir Magic Facebook Group for community, feedback, and inspirationAttend a Memoir Magic Write-In to get live support while writingExplore free resources including writing prompts, exercises, and guides “Fear of judgment is normal. But it doesn’t own your story. You do.”Thank you for listening to this episode of Making Memoir Magic. To learn more about my course, Make Memoir Magic, click here. Join my free Facebook Group, Memoir Magic for Aspiring Authors, where we honor your story, provide tips, create community, and help you write the story you were meant to tell. Join here!

Do you hesitate to write your memoir because of fear—of judgment, criticism, or misunderstanding? In this episode, Kerry explores why fear of judgment is natural, how it shows up in your writing, and practical strategies to write authentically anyway. Learn how to reclaim your voice, embrace courage, and share your story honestly without overthinking. What You’ll Learn: Why fear of judgment stops so many writersHow to identify when fear is controlling your storyTechniques to write honestly an...

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