TheSpiritualExplorer

Have you ever hesitated when someone asks, “What do you do?” Maybe you downplay your art, saying it’s just a hobby, or you rush through your answer as if it’s not important. But here’s the truth: if you don’t own your identity as an artist, no one else will either.

Many creatives struggle with confidently claiming their work, often fearing judgment, rejection, or even their own self-doubt. But the way you talk about your art shapes how others perceive it—and how you perceive yourself.

The Identity Shift: From “I Do Art” to “I Am an Artist”

The difference between “I make beats” and “I am a music producer” is more than just words—it’s a mindset. When you speak about your art with conviction, it signals to others (and to yourself) that this is real, valuable, and worth attention.

Consider this: when an accountant is asked what they do, they don’t say, “Oh, I just work with numbers sometimes.” They confidently say, “I’m an accountant.” The same principle applies to you. Whether you paint, write, make music, or create digital art, own it.

Owning Your Narrative: How to Speak About Your Art with Confidence

So, how do you answer when people ask, “What do you do?” Here are three simple shifts that can help:

1. Drop the Self-Doubt Language

• Instead of: “Oh, I just mess around with beats sometimes.”
• Say: “I produce hip-hop and jazz-inspired beats with a unique blend of breakcore and synth sounds.”

1. Speak with Passion, Not Apology

• Instead of: “I try to draw sometimes, but I’m not that good.”
• Say: “I create black and white illustrations that capture emotion and movement.”

1. Tell a Story, Not Just a Title

• Instead of: “I make music.”
• Say: “I create beats inspired by Mac Miller and MF Doom, blending different styles into a unique sound.”

By shifting how you describe your work, you not only build confidence but also open doors to meaningful conversations, collaborations, and opportunities.

The Ripple Effect: Why Confidence Attracts Opportunities

When you believe in what you do, others take notice. Confidence is magnetic. If you speak about your art as something meaningful and valuable, people will be more likely to support, share, and even invest in it.

Think about the artists you admire. They don’t hesitate to claim their work; they embody it. That same energy is available to you—you just have to step into it.

Talk About Your Art Like It Matters—Because It Does

Your art has value. The way you talk about it should reflect that. Whether you’re making beats, illustrating, or writing, own it. The next time someone asks what you do, take a breath, drop the self-doubt, and answer with confidence.

Because you are an artist. And that’s something worth saying out loud.