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Think Weird

Think Weird

Creativity is a non-linear process. In an age of hyper-productivity and a push to hustle, Helen Garcia talks to other creatives about their non-traditional process of creating. "Think Weird" is a vulnerable exploration of how happiness & joy can co-exist with imperfection

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I'm Boring...Here's What I'm doing about it | SOLO

April 1, 2023

My biggest realization about creativity this week: My obsession with efficiency can occasionally cause me to ignore the force of creative surrender. When we're too focused on the steps and procedures, we can miss out on th…

Unlearning Toxic Success and Having Time as a Digital Nomad: Tips w/ Solopreneur Gabe Marusca

March 30, 2023

Gabe Marusca, a digital nomad and solopreneur, shares his journey towards unlearning toxic work culture and prioritizing his well-being. In this video, he offers actionable advice on developing discipline, focusing, and main…

Practical Stoicism for Digital Creators with Tanner Campbell

March 23, 2023

We sit down with Tanner Campbell, a modern stoic philosopher, and former podcast entrepreneur. In this interview, we talk about the relationship between moral character and professional success. Tanner offers actionable advi…

Don't Put Pressure on Yourself To Produce in Unhealthy Times | Helen Pop #2

March 19, 2023

Feeling the pressure to produce even during difficult times is a common problem for many creators. Don't let it get to you! It's important to take care of yourself and not push yourself too hard. This video provides a helpfu…

Navigating Career Pivots & Evergreen Content Creation | Penn State Professor, Jenna Spinelle

March 16, 2023

In this episode, Penn State Communications professor, Jenna Spinelle, unveils the secrets to crafting compelling stories with staying power. With her expert advice, you'll learn how to build a long-term body of work, overcom…

Starting a Side-Hustle helped me grow as a person in these 4 ways... | Helen Pop #1

March 13, 2023

In this episode, Helen shares her personal experience with entrepreneurship and the common mistakes she made at the start. Tune in to gain valuable insights and learn how to avoid some of the most common pitfalls of entrepre…

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Too many details

The mind is plagued with a number of thoughts each day. We think about what to drink, eat, and work. Burned into the pages of my mind are the number of t…

anti-burnout quest

I went on an "efficiency quest" this week and studied marketing, branding, and habit-formation books by James Clear, Jonah Berger, and Marty Neumeier. I …

Maybe, maybe, now

The concept of "someday" can be misleading. It garners hope for us, the kind that makes us dream of what we could have...but the idea of could …