May 2023 Recommendations
In The Weekly Reset, I share recommendations of interesting things I found on the internet. Here’s a collection of links for May.
Something to watch:
I binged Queen Charlotte on Netflix this weekend and I agree with this Variety article: it is the best Bridgerton yet.
Something I made:
A Day in the Life of an Awkward Black Creative
Something worth reading:
Inspired to improve relationships, a writer revamps her communication skills.
Some creative inspiration:
Here are 5 simple ways to beat procrastination
Some fun news:
I was featured on the Society6 Instagram!!!!
Related:
Speaking of which, here’s a link to my new collection I created for Society6.
Something to watch:
Watching the first episode of Documentary Now on Netflix was as delightful as the first time I watched Portlandia. If you watch a lot of documentaries and love dry humor, you will probably enjoy this show. Read the NYTimes review
Something Justin made:
I created a second A Day in the Life of an Awkward Black Creative. This time I went to Trader Joe’s. Is this my thing now?
An interesting read:
5 Financial Wellness Tips We Wish We’d Known In Our 20s (via The Good Trade)
Something Justin made:
I drew a cute illustration of Queen Charlotte. This art style is something I definitely want to explore more.
A podcast to listen to:
I’m watching Rupaul’s Drag Race: All Stars and I love listening to Bob and Monet’s commentary after the show on their podcast Sibling Rivalry.
Something to purchase:
I’ve always sweat more than the average human. And I just learned the magic of moisture wicking clothing. I think I’m going to buy all of these shirts from Target. (I already purchased the turquoise one)
Have you seen anything interesting on the internet? Send me a DM on Instagram.
There’s power in vulnerability
We often hear advice about protecting our hearts and being cautious about who we allow into our inner circle.
We’re encouraged to practice self-care, repeat affirmations, and trust our own judgment.
And while these practices are essential for personal well-being, there’s another aspect we must consider—the power of vulnerability.
It may seem daunting at first, but vulnerability requires us to let down our walls and reveal our true selves to others. And it’s through this act of openness that we invite deeper connections and allow others to love us for who we truly are, flaws and all.
In a world that often emphasizes perfection and masks, embracing vulnerability becomes an act of courage.
By showing up imperfectly and embracing our flaws, we create an environment where others feel safe to do the same. This shared vulnerability forms the foundation for genuine relationships and authentic connections.
And It’s through this process that we create freedom—freedom from the need to hide behind masks, freedom from the fear of judgment, and freedom to embrace our authentic selves.
It’s liberating to let go of the weight of perfectionism and embrace our humanity.
SOMETHING TO PONDER
Reflect on a relationship or connection in your life where you feel a desire to deepen the connection. How might embracing vulnerability contribute to fostering a deeper bond in that relationship?
How do I find my creative voice
To be a prolific creator it takes an enormous amount of discipline.
To show up every single day and fight the blank page.
To dance with your insecurities.
To make things even on the days when you feel like everything you make is terrible.
That discipline is what leads to breakthroughs.
It leads to finding your creative voice,
And extending boundaries.
It leads to defying trends and carving out new lanes.
So I implore you.
Keep creating.
The world needs more artists and less critics.
SOMETHING TO PONDER
Think about how discipline can lead to breakthroughs in your creative practice, finding your unique voice, and pushing the boundaries of your art.
Live footage of me trying to find my confidence
You actually have to practice believing in yourself
It doesn’t just all come together.
It starts small and slow
It’s wobbly and unsure
But as it grows and develops it becomes something bigger.
Something more sturdy
Something more real
And that always starts with a first step.
Making a decision and taking that first tiny action.
SOMETHING TO PONDER
What is the first step you’re willing to take towards believing in yourself and pursuing your dreams?
the failure bow
I walked to the front of the group, stood up straight, and with a big smile exclaimed, “Thank you, I failed!”
I then extended my arms and gave an unnecessarily dramatic bow like I’d just finished my Broadway debut.
From there, I was greeted with a massive round of applause.
I’m taking an improv class, and one of the first things you learn is not only to accept that mistakes will happen, but to embrace failure with a flourish.
They call it the “failure bow.”
In this fast-paced comedic environment, it helps you not to focus on shrinking with embarrassment when you say the wrong thing.
I don’t like to think of myself as a perfectionist, but if I’m 100% honest, I try my best to appear to have it all together, even when on the inside, I often feel quite the opposite.
The beauty of taking this class is that I’m consistently reminded that mistakes are inevitable, and we get to decide how we respond to them.
You can beat yourself up or shake it off and try again.
Because failure is only temporary if you’re willing to keep going.
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