What do you do when you hit that brick wall?
Every creative person I know — writers, teachers, artists, musicians — hits a wall. You’ve poured so much energy into your books, your TPT packs, your stories, your ads, your blog, your online presence. When the sales or the “proof” don’t immediately line up with the heart you’ve invested, it’s natural to question everything. Here are a few thoughts to hold onto: 1. Value and Sales Are Not the Same Thing The value of what you make is not measured by how many people click “Buy Now.” Your books and resources already have value because they support early literacy, they spark joy in children, and they give parents and teachers tools they didn’t have before. Sales are influenced by dozens of external factors — visibility, competition, algorithms, timing — most of which say nothing about the quality of your work. 2. Everyone Feels Invisible at First TPT, Amazon, Instagram — these platforms are oceans. You’re building little boats and putting them in the water. Of course it take...
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