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I've struggled with a lot of technical woodworking challenges in the shop, but it turns out the one skill I almost gave up on wasn't about a tool or a specific woodworking technique.

It was about the confidence to Trust Myself.

Every woodworker knows that moment. You're faced with an intimidating new build, a new tool, or an expensive piece of wood.

The voice in your head starts to creep in: Am I going to mess this up?
Am I good enough?

This self-doubt holds many of us back. We stick to familiar cuts and avoid anything that feels too risky, never pushing ourselves to truly grow.

I know the feeling because I've been there.

Here's what I discovered...

The real skill isn't about perfectly executing the cut (at least at first);
it's about silencing that voice that says You Can't Do It.

It’s about taking a deep breath and believing in your own ability to see it through.

For me, learning to take those leaps of faith changed everything.

As long as you're putting in the work, the woodworking skills will come with practice and time.

But you have to keep stepping out of your comfort zone.

It's the one skill that will help you tackle any challenge.

TRUST YOURSELF!!! 🙂🙂🙂

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