# What if I keep taking on too much?

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Podcast: [What If? For Authors](https://stenobird.com/podcast/what-if-for-authors-6930598)
Published: 2026-05-25T12:00:00+00:00
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## Resource

Episode Description In this episode of What If? For Authors, Claire explains the deeper patterns behind chronic overcommitment, and the internal wounds that drive us to take on more than we realistically can. Claire breaks down the distinction between having too much to do (often due to systemic pressures) and taking on too much (a pattern driven by fear and unconscious beliefs). Using the Enneagram, she explores how each type overextends themselves, and why letting go can feel unsafe. In This Episode, You’ll Learn The difference between systemic overload vs. self-driven overcommitment How overworking can be a form of emotional overcompensation The concept of antisocial vs. pro-social effort in your author life How guilt can show up when you start breaking old patterns Why disappointing others can be necessary for growth Resources Mentioned Write Iconic Charactersbooks2read.com/WIC Liberated Writer (Coaching & Courses)liberatedwriter.com Support the Show If this episode gave you something to reflect on, here are a few ways to support the podcast: Leave a review on your favorite platform - it helps other authors find the show. Share this episode with an author who’s navigating similar challenges. Subscribe to Claire’s Substack for deeper insights on writing, the industry, and the author life. Happy writing!

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