Courage is occasionally saying “this is mine” beside imperfect work.

Putting your name on something imperfect is a particular kind of nerve. It means accepting association with the flaws rather than hiding behind anonymity or endless revision, and it is what makes ownership real. Most meaningful work goes out in that state.

Attach your name to something you made this week even though you can see its problems. Say what it is and that you made it. The habit of standing beside your output builds something no amount of private excellence does.