You can break the cycle of overthinking

Is social media giving you analysis paralysis? You’re not alone.

In his new book, ‘Minor Black Figures,’ novelist Brandon Taylor explores this vicious cycle and what it does to our self-worth. His characters are artists hyperaware of how social media can make or break their careers – and how it affects the art they make too.

In this episode, Brandon joins Brittany to talk through what it means to make art in a world of critics – online and off – and the beauty of giving yourself grace.

This episode originally aired on October 15, 2025.

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