Do you ever find yourself worrying about not being the first to come up with or try something new?

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I’ve been thinking about starting a blog for a while, but today I saw a blog on a similar topic and thought, “There are already so many blogs out there. Why would anyone want to read mine if I write one?”

I’m actively working on getting past these feelings and have started trying out a few strategies.
1. Finding my own unique perspective: I realised that even if i'm not the first one to come up with an idea, my unique approach and perspective can add value to it which people may love and support.
2. Shifting my mindset from competition to collaboration: Seeing the people who have done something similar to me as potential collaborators and learning from each other's mistakes.
3. Celebrating small wins: I think this is important in any aspect of our lives. It helps us to stay motivated and recognize our hard work to date.
4. Enjoying the journey instead of obsessing over the destination: I’m focusing more on the journey itself, which makes the whole process more rewarding than just reaching the end goal.

What about you? Any tips that have worked for you? I'd love to hear them!

Posting again cause I want to know all of your thoughts on this :)

YanXu · Accepted Answer

I believe that if you want to do something, just go ahead and do it. The essential difference between your blog and others' blogs is that it's yours, and there's no problem with expressing your own opinions.

Lakeesha Weatherwax · Answer

Hello, Udaya Sri. I really understand the sensation. Focusing on my distinct perspective has proven to be really beneficial. Even if the subject is not fresh, my personal touch can help it stand out.

Udaya Sri · Answer

@all_appp_games Yeah I'm learning it :D

Alice · Answer

I’ve definitely felt this way before! I find it helps to focus on the personal growth that comes from trying something new, rather than just the end  result.

Vishwakarma · Answer

Hell yeah, all the time! Every now and then... but in the end, it’s that sweet remorse that hits you hard!

Forb Yuan · Answer

Not always. Sometimes ideas are so new that it’s hard for me to explain to others.

Casiana Rajas · Answer

Great strategies! I also remind myself that even if an idea isn’t new, my personal voice and experiences can still offer something unique

David Grunwald · Answer

Sometimes but I try to remind myself that it’s more important to do something well than to be first.

Shiva Tejasvi · Answer

We often worry about not being the first to come up with an idea, but we should be proud that we have the ability to think of these ideas . One important thing to remember is that it's never too late to start. You can begin your hobbies or interests at any point in your life. Also, as you've highlighted in your third point, it's crucial to celebrate small wins because every win, no matter how small, is still a victory. Wishing you loads of positive energy and heartfelt success🥰😇.

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i used to worry about it, but now I just focus on what makes my approach unique.

Udaya Sri · Answer

@f0rb Yes, I’ve come across this as well. How do you deal with it?

Sabine Engel · Answer

Totally understand where you’re coming from. For me, setting small, achievable goals has been key to keeping my motivation high

Zajin dacos · Answer

I’ve faced similar doubts when starting new projects. What helped me was realizing that no one else can bring my perspective to the table. Celebrating small wins and enjoying the process really kept me motivated too. Keep going. Your blog could inspire more people than you think!

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Not really I’m more focused on making sure my ideas are solid, regardless of when they come up.

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I used to worry  about this as well. Moving from competition to collaboration has been an exciting change for me. It's remarkable what you can learn from people in your field.

Do you ever find yourself worrying about not being the first to come up with or try something new?

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