Meet Sora Penfold

We recently connected with Sora Penfold and have shared our conversation below.

Sora, first a big thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts and insights with us today. I’m sure many of our readers will benefit from your wisdom, and one of the areas where we think your insight might be most helpful is related to imposter syndrome. Imposter syndrome is holding so many people back from reaching their true and highest potential and so we’d love to hear about your journey and how you overcame imposter syndrome.

Overcoming imposter syndrome has been a journey, not a single moment — and honestly, I still have days where I hear that voice in my head telling me I’m not enough. But what’s helped me the most is remembering where I came from, and who I’m doing this for. My mom always believed in me, even when I didn’t believe in myself. She saw something in me before I ever had the confidence to chase it — her love and support gave me the foundation to keep going, even on the tough days.

I also try to remind myself that I’m not here to be perfect — I’m here to grow, to connect, and to create something meaningful. Whether it’s streaming, voice acting, or writing, I show up as my authentic self, and that’s more than enough. I don’t have to fit anyone’s mold — I just have to follow the light in my own heart

Thanks, so before we move on maybe you can share a bit more about yourself?

I’m a voice actor, content creator, and author passionate about storytelling in all its forms — from video games and livestreams to fantasy novels and original characters. Whether I’m behind the mic, on stream, or writing a new Book, I aim to create spaces where people feel seen, safe, and inspired.

What makes my work special is how deeply it’s rooted in connection. As someone who is autistic, disabled, and navigating life with ADHD and H.E.D.S., I didn’t always see people like me represented in the media I loved. Now, I get to help change that — through my content, my community, and my stories.

I’m especially proud of my debut fantasy novel The Dragon’s Fire (available on Amazon), which blends magic, identity, and heart into a world I hope readers can escape into and find themselves in. I’m currently working on Book Two in the series, along with a new project called the Disney Artifact Series — think Warehouse 13 meets Disney lore. And I’ve recently completed my professional voice acting training and am beginning to pursue character and narration work in games and animation.

This is only the beginning, and I’m so excited to keep growing, creating, and building spaces where magic feels real and everyone is welcome.

If you had to pick three qualities that are most important to develop, which three would you say matter most?

Looking back, three things have had the biggest impact on my journey: resilience, community, and curiosity.

Resilience has helped me keep going through challenges — whether it was managing chronic illness, pushing through imposter syndrome, or learning an entirely new skill set. I’ve learned that it’s okay to grow slowly, to make mistakes, and to take breaks. What matters is that you come back to what you love.

Community has been my anchor. My mods and my small but mighty support system have helped me through “bad number days,” burnout, and doubt. Surrounding yourself with people who believe in you — especially when you’re struggling to believe in yourself — changes everything.

And curiosity has kept things exciting. I jump from hobby to hobby not out of indecision, but because exploring new skills and stories lights me up. That curiosity helped me become a streamer, a voice actor, an author — all because I was willing to try.

My advice? Let yourself be a beginner. Build a space that reflects your values. And most importantly, don’t let anyone — not even your own doubts — convince you that your story doesn’t matter. You are allowed to take up space, to try new things, and to keep evolving.

Before we go, any advice you can share with people who are feeling overwhelmed?

When I feel overwhelmed, I try to pause and give myself permission to feel it — without guilt. As someone living with chronic conditions, neurodivergence, and the pressure of being a creator, I’ve learned that rest isn’t failure; it’s part of sustainability.

Sometimes that means walking away from my desk to listen to music or sing (I’m always singing), sometimes it means diving into a comfort game or journaling my thoughts out. Other times, it’s reaching out to my mods or my community, because letting people in has helped me remember I’m not alone.

My biggest piece of advice? Be gentle with yourself. You don’t have to “earn” rest. You’re still worthy even on your quiet days. Build routines that support you, not ones that drain you. And if you can — create a space or circle where it’s safe to say, “Hey, I’m struggling,” and still be met with love.

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