Eryn Ranney
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Eryn Ranney
But Brown argues that play is not an option. In fact he writes, “The opposite of play is not work—the opposite of play is depression.” He explains, “Respecting our biologically programmed need for play can transform work. It can bring back excitement and newness to our job. Play helps us deal with difficulties, provides a sense of expansiveness,
... See moreBrené Brown • The Gifts of Imperfection: Let Go of Who You Think You're Supposed to Be and Embrace Who You Are
Play and Meaning of Life
What would it mean to live more playfully? First, it would require us to reject work that is not intrinsically motivating and to build working conditions that are joyfully engaging. Second, it would require that we de-emphasise the importance of work for finding personal fulfilment and meaning in our lives. Despite work being central to who we are
... See moreAlec Stubbs • The Achievement Society Is Burning Us Out, We Need More Play
Artist Journey and
Inspiring storytellers reframe their personal narratives to give their lives purpose and meaning. In doing so they motivate the rest of us to dream bigger and to accomplish everything we’re capable of achieving.
Carmine Gallo • The Storyteller's Secret: From TED Speakers to Business Legends, Why Some Ideas Catch On and Others Don't
Interpreting tarot symbolism to understand the resilience and struggles of creative entrepreneurs against societal and capitalist pressures.
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And these other six wands are on fire. A few of them, one's pointed like a spear, one has nails hammered through it like a club.
So this kind of aggressive energy reaching toward this beautiful wounded wand there in the middle.
And so this card is telling me that our business spirits feel a little bit beleaguered and
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Small Business and
This reframes authenticity from moral imperative to biological necessity. When you stop auditioning for belonging, you realize something profound: you already belonged to yourself. Self-belonging is unconditional—not something you earn through performance, but something you recognize through presence.
stepfanie tyler • The Quiet Thrill of Not Being for Everyone
you need a good place to have some bad ideas.
Austin Kleon • Keep Going: 10 Ways to Stay Creative in Good Times and Bad (Austin Kleon)
Art Studio and
Creativity is a fundamental aspect of being human.
