hey there everyone. i just want to admit how tired i am today. while the election in the US has a part to play in the atmosphere, at this moment…i’m tired of the fight i’m facing at this moment and could use some community 😪 (1/2)

end) the only thing i’m working on is myself. i want to arm my spirit and mind with articulation, courage, and peace. i’m tired of being at the brink of tears every day missing the years i used to have time for my friends and my family being confident in my future. i’m too tired…

I think being recognized and heard was a big thing for me 🖤 I never feel safe to share these thoughts on LinkedIn or Instagram because the platforms are so culturally misaligned in sincerity. I’d want to chat more often with other creatives about what they’re experiencing.

This is the kind of stuff I WANT to discuss in the weekly hang but maybe isnt the right format because of volume. I don’t care about the next big thing or the latest blah blah, I want sincerity in experience. I wont be there this week, but next week I will be.

oh shit I lied i wont be there next week it’s my birthday Im taking off 🤡

And be valued for more than my latest projects. I want to understand how to verbally and professionally return my value from a currency of validation to being the person that represents an humane authority in creative-decision making. And how Seniors/Lead Designers do this.

There is a cultural element to this that US-based folks experience because community isnt as ingrained in society across the nation. This is a systemic issue. People dont know how to maintain community even if they build or stumble upon it.

As far as seniors and leaders doing this, I really appreciate how open and honest founders are but let’s be real: it’s rare. Hopefully you can find some spaces to do meetups, or spend some time in our virtual hangs. I don’t have any answers, but I’m willing to help search with ya