5 Things I’m Learning Living on This Chaotic Planet
1. Control is an illusion. No matter how much we plan, the universe always throws curveballs. The key isn’t to control everything—it’s to adapt and flow with the chaos. Let go a little, it’s oddly liberating. 2. Smiling through the madness helps. Sometimes everything...
when intuition speaks
Something to ponder: What is one thing you’ve been waiting to do? What’s stopping you from taking action now?
October Classified Ads
SoCurious Classifieds Here’s what’s happening in the community this month 1. Postcards to voters: I design supplies, but you can get started w/ basics you already have. Join us! 2. 10 Self-Love Letters for Tough Days offers personalized letters...
Joy Bombs Fall Collection now available
Joy Bombs are your daily reminder that life isn’t all that bad. When things feel heavy, it’s easy to forget that joy is still out there. Joy Bombs are small (business card-sized) bursts of positivity designed to hit the reset button on your day and help you feel...
you always have permission to pivot
Every day, you get to choose who you want to become. I’ve said it before—change is tough. But it’s only tough because you have to keep showing up, day after day, as the person you’re aiming to be. But here’s the good news: I believe in you so wholeheartedly. Keep...
stamp of approval
You’ve been waiting, literally holding your breath for a stamp of external approval. But here’s the truth: Their green light was never the key to your joy. You don’t need their permission to take up space to shine to be the main character to be the masterpiece Because...
Introducing SoCurious Classified Ads
Classified Ads are officially open in the SoCurious newsletter! 🎉 Got something to share with 6,000 thoughtful, creative souls?Now’s your chance. Whether it's a product, a project, or just a message from the heart—this space is yours. Let’s build something...
I left my toxic corporate job short video
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Here’s a framework for letting it go (whatever “it” is)
1. Feel it fully. Name the emotion: "I am feeling ____." Let it rise and intensify—don't try to tame it. But be careful not to project it onto someone else. 2. Rest. Give yourself space to pause. 3. Process the emotion. Write, cry, talk it out, move,...
i accidentally blew up on youtube…here’s a framework for doing it too.
Okay creative, A lot has happened since we last spoke. 1. I quit my toxic corporate job to launch a joy-filled business. Yep, you read that right. I left behind the soul-sucking grind to create something that spreads joy. It wasn’t easy, but it was...
I quit my toxic corporate job to launch a purpose-driven business that spreads joy
“I'm smart. I'm talented. I'm kind. And I've earned the respect of everyone I work with in every department. Clients love me. I'm producing interesting work that pushes the boundaries of what we can do here. But I'm also unhappy—unbelievably unhappy.” It was a final...
This affirmation will help you manage your perfectionism
THIS WEEK'S MANTRA Repeat after me: Fear won't stop this progress You are stronger than any obstacle that comes your way. Each step you take brings you closer to your true self. Embrace every part of your journey with confidence and courage.
if you struggle with perfectionism, this might help
If perfectionism is sabotaging your creative career goals, try this: Accept that perfection is an illusion. The only way to get good at something is to put in the work. Make things regularly, because that's how you find your creative voice. Have the courage to share...
These 5 journal prompts could help you see yourself with kinder eyes.
1. What imperfections do you see in yourself that you often try to hide? 2. How have these imperfections shaped your journey or influenced your growth? 3. Recall a moment when someone appreciated a part of you that you considered imperfect. How did that make you feel?...
Striving for Perfection Is Overrated. Here’s How Embracing Imperfection Can Lead to Success
Good morning, sunshine, We often strive for perfection, thinking that it's the ultimate goal, but in reality, it's the imperfections that give life its meaning. In middle school, I started feeling self-conscious about my smile. The gaps between my teeth became a...
These 20 pieces of advice will transform your creative career
1. Embrace failure as feedback. 2. Protect your time for personal creativity. 3. Networking authentically is doing business with people you like. (It's actually that simple.) 4. Create something just for fun as frequently as you can. 5. The only way to find your...
step out of burnout and step into your breakthrough
Okay, creative professionals! It's time to step out of burnout and step into your breakthrough. I'm talking to you: the designers, the art directors, the copywwriters, the photographers, the creative directors, the multipassionates. My name is Justin and...
an affirmation on how to find calm in the chaos
an affirmation on how to find calm in the chaos Repeat after me: Today I'm letting go and trusting the process. Can I be honest? This mantra is hard for me. I'm the type of person who likes to create my own destiny, taking charge of every detail and...
a journal prompt on how to find calm in the chaos
a journal prompt on how to find calm in the chaos What tools and tactics work best for you to manage your anxiety? To manage my anxiety, I find that a combination of deep breathing exercises and regular physical activity works wonders in calming my nervous system and...
here’s how to find calm in the chaos
Good morning sunshine, If you are feeling anxious about the world,Stressed out about the election,Or overwhelmed by your day-to-day life, Here's something simple and powerful. It's normal for anxiety to visit, but it's not meant to crash on your couch forever. Anxiety...
my only job is to shine
THIS WEEK'S MANTRA Repeat after me: I shine brightest when I stay true to myself and my unique gifts.
your step-by-step roadmap for personal branding
I'm starting to notice a trend among creative professionals. We’re all feeling like: “what is even going on right now.” With economic uncertainty, disruptive technology, and just a general sense of burnout and overwhelm, it seems like the creative community is just...
girl, shine your light
SOMETHING TO PONDER Write about what living unapologetically means to you. How can you incorporate this mindset into your daily life, and what changes do you need to make to fully embrace your bold and fearless self?
be brilliant today
Good morning sunshine, You were meant to shine bright. To light up rooms. To put smiles on faces. To use all that beautiful potential to achieve greatness. But then there are those moments of fear, where you dim that brilliance and second-guess yourself. Gon’ head and...