Ever Wonder What a ‘Do It Scared’ Day Looks Like? Sharing All the Spooky Deets!🍂🎃🍁👻

Just a month ago—before the crisp air, pumpkin brûlée candles, and all the Hocus Pocus vibes—I was sitting at my laptop, STRESSING like I was making a life-altering decision (okay, maybe I was being a little dramatic, feels are feels, right?!). I’ve been creating content for 10 years now, and let me tell you, I’ve experienced some spooktacular moments—along with disappearing acts that could rival a ghost! 👻 Seriously, I ghosted for months… maybe even a year at one point! (Drop all the ghost emojis in the comments if you’re with me on this!) The word consistent haunts me more than a haunted house.

So there I was, face-to-face with my laptop, asking myself the BIG question: “DO I STILL WANT THIS?” I had never asked myself that before. After all this time, after all the ups, downs, and plot twists, I needed to know if I still wanted to be a content creator.

And then the next question hit me harder than a pumpkin spice latte on an empty stomach: “CAN I EVEN DO THIS?” Suddenly, my confidence, which used to be as strong as my love for oversized sweaters, felt more like I was wearing a costume. Where did the fearless, ‘who even is fear’ me go? Now it felt like I was playing dress-up in someone else’s life.

Terrified. That’s the best way to describe how I felt about trying again after so many attempts where I just couldn’t stay consistently consistent (the word that haunts me—again, lol). I was scared people would judge me for trying again. Scared that it was too late for me to make the comeback of my dreams.

And let’s be real, starting something new used to be my jam—I’d dive in headfirst like it was a pumpkin patch full of possibilities! But now? Everything felt daunting and downright unattainable.

I asked myself, “Okay, Lauren, what does it look like if you just quit?” (Cue the horror music, right?) What would I do? How would I feel? Sometimes, you have to give space to the what-ifs and really lean into them.

During my spooky season of uncertainty, I stumbled upon Tess Barclay on TikTok (bless that algorithm) and BOOM—found her podcast. She’s like the fairy godmother of content strategy with a sprinkle of pumpkin spice magic! 🍂 Her content felt like having a FaceTime call with a bestie, and when I discovered her agency, Busy Blooming, I thought, “Should I do it? Should I invest in 1:1 coaching?” But that commitment felt scarier than a corn maze at night.

Fast forward to me staring at the “book here” button for what felt like an eternity, wondering if I could really commit. Could I actually show up for myself this time? Or was I just going to become the Casper of content creation—ghosting once again?

Honestly, bestie, I was TERRIFIED. But not of failure (cause that’s just part of the process, and I embrace that). Nope, my fear was all about consistency. I can’t even tell you how many times I refreshed that Busy Blooming page. Cringe.

And then, I realized—if I didn’t book that call, I wouldn’t know what could be. And just like that, I knew. I knew I wasn’t done with creating. Maybe one day it won’t be content creation—maybe it’ll be a book, a movie, a show, a photoshoot, a pumpkin spice empire (lol, I wish). But for now? I LOVE creating. I love community. I love making an impact. And even though I’m still feeling all the feels—defeated, anxious, scared—I also know I’m not done yet.

And if you still feel that pull, that little nudge, that dream you can’t quite shake—then guess what? You’re not done yet either.

So I booked that call with Tess. Took a deep breath, maybe three (okay, fine, five) and hit “book.” I made the decision to try again. And yes, this could totally flop, but here’s the thing: as long as I know I’ve tried everything, that’s enough. The truth is, I haven’t been consistent these past 10 years, and that’s on me. But I know now that I’m not ready to throw in the towel (or pumpkin-scented candle, for that matter).

My call with Tess was scary good. She’s scary talented, and after talking to her, I regained the confidence that had been hiding under my chunky knit sweaters. Now, I’ve got a content strategy, a brand refresh, and a clear path ahead.

Oh, and I’m launching a podcast next year—AHH—it’s called Dear Diary! 🎙️ And guess what? Coastal Girls Club is making a comeback too! Plus, I may even re-launch my YouTube channel. All this freedom and excitement, just because I decided to try again. Because I heard someone say, “I believe in you,” and it was exactly what I needed.

So here I am, bestie, telling you—I believe in you. Whatever your dream is, whatever you’re afraid of—embrace it. Do it scared. It’s never too late, and I promise you, this is your time to shine. ✨