Nobody talks enough about this part. When you start building a community, especially one based on connection, creativity, and empowerment, you’ll eventually trigger someone. You might send a kind invitation, share your vision, or talk about helping others grow… and instead of curiosity or gratitude, you’ll get a message full of cynicism and projection. That happened to me recently. I invited someone to join our community for creative women, and they replied with a long rant about “LinkedIn jargon,” “fake empowerment,” and “lack of transparency.” It was harsh. But it also reminded me of something important: 👉 Many people have been burned before. They’ve seen empty promises, fake “coaches,” and soulless marketing. So when they meet someone genuine, they can’t always tell the difference. Still, here’s the truth: Building a community is not about convincing skeptics. It’s about creating a safe and inspiring space for those who are ready to connect and grow. So, if you ever get attacked for your good intentions, take it as a sign you’re visible enough to touch a nerve. Keep leading with integrity. The right people will feel your sincerity, and they’ll come. 💛

The world is facing a loneliness epidemic. Studies show chronic loneliness can be as harmful to health as smoking 15 cigarettes a day. Governments are searching for solutions. But here’s the truth: loneliness is very hard to fight, unless we create more spaces for genuine connection. And this is where artists come in. Selling art is beautiful, but selling workshops is transformative. You give people a space to belong. You let them do something together. You create community around creativity. The European craft & hobby market is worth hundreds of billions. Artists only need the tiniest slice of it to move from Jobcenter poverty or corporate burnout to stability and joy. But more importantly, you help solve one of society’s deepest problems: isolation. 👉 Artists: stop hustling only to sell your work. Start creating spaces where others can discover their own creativity. That’s how you change lives, including your own.

👉 Do I have financial stability? I recently had a powerful comment on one of my posts: A single mom shared how, as a foreigner raising two children, financial stability is her number one priority before thinking about entrepreneurship. She’s absolutely right. And I’d go even further: Financial stability is critical not only for single moms, but also for women in supportive relationships, or anyone dreaming of self-employment. I wouldn’t even think about quitting my job before I had figured out how to finance both my business and my life. Stability is not a luxury, it’s the foundation. ✨ Entrepreneurship isn’t about reckless leaps. It’s about building a bridge sturdy enough to carry you (and the people who depend on you). 💬 I’m curious: What does financial stability look like for you, and how do you know when you’ve reached it?