{"title":"Blog Release","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"right-meow","title":"Right Meow","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"shogun-root\" data-shogun-id=\"5e449d4a726f0b0067639cd8\" data-shogun-site-id=\"7926eac2-5d57-432e-a16a-ab91f79a5215\" data-shogun-page-id=\"5e449d4a726f0b0067639cd8\" data-shogun-page-version-id=\"5e449d4a726f0b0067639cd7\" data-shogun-platform-type=\"shopify\" data-shogun-variant-id=\"5e449d4a726f0b0067639cdb\" data-region=\"main\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"s-4fa3e472-0cd9-4ad1-a953-bd59349ee3ce\" class=\"shg-c\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eStory\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv is=\"\" in=\"\" for=\"\" data-mobiledoc='{\"version\":\"0.3.2\",\"atoms\":[[\"soft-return\",\"\",{}],[\"soft-return\",\"\",{}]],\"cards\":[],\"markups\":[[\"a\",[\"href\",\"https:\/\/zox.la\/products\/right-meow\/#easylockdownpwdineeditrightmeow\"]]],\"sections\":[[1,\"p\",[[0,[],0,\"Hi friends! \"],[1,[],0,0],[0,[],0,\"This is a Spotlight drop I' dun=\"\" choice=\"\" made=\"\" be=\"\" will=\"\" are=\"\" silver=\"\" gold=\"\" standard=\"\" more=\"\" make=\"\" next=\"\" within=\"\" sell=\"\" these=\"\" if=\"\" through=\"\" see=\"\" zoxblog=\"\" up=\"\" stitching=\"\" blue=\"\" complete=\"\" release=\"\" spotlight=\"\" access=\"\" exclusive=\"\" your=\"\" here=\"\" it=\"\" do=\"\" saying=\"\" stop=\"\" track=\"\" on=\"\" back=\"\" get=\"\" again=\"\" and=\"\" now=\"\" every=\"\" pants=\"\" kick=\"\" need=\"\" reminder=\"\" urgency=\"\" sense=\"\" bit=\"\" that=\"\" love=\"\" also=\"\" i=\"\" lovers=\"\" animal=\"\" us=\"\" perfect=\"\" into=\"\" done=\"\" had=\"\" drawing=\"\" a=\"\" rearranging=\"\" did=\"\" ever=\"\" she=\"\" art=\"\" pieces=\"\" first=\"\" one=\"\" strap=\"\" this=\"\" headquarters=\"\" our=\"\" at=\"\" work=\"\" moving=\"\" about=\"\" new=\"\" corresponding=\"\" blog=\"\" shared=\"\" we=\"\" tolin=\"\" chelsea=\"\" from=\"\" meow=\"\" right=\"\" wonderful=\"\" the=\"\" you:=\"\" of=\"\" all=\"\" with=\"\" share=\"\" to=\"\" excited=\"\" so=\"\" m=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHi friends! This is a Spotlight drop I'm so excited to share with all of you: The wonderful Right Meow from Chelsea Tolin. Yesterday, we shared Chelsea's blog (and corresponding new Strap) about moving here, to Austin, to work at our new headquarters. This Strap is one of the first pieces of art she ever did for us, rearranging a blog drawing she had done into the perfect Strap for all us animal lovers. I also love that there's a bit of a sense of urgency in the reminder - I need a bit of a kick in the pants every now and again to get back on track and stop saying \"I'll do it tomorrow.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSo here it is - your exclusive access to the Spotlight release Right Meow, complete with blue stitching. It's up to you, the ZOXBLOG fam, to see this one through. If all 1,000 of these sell within the next week, we'll make more with our standard gold and silver stitching. If not, these first 1,000 are all that will ever be made. The choice... is yours! Dun dun dun...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBig Hugs!\u003cbr\u003e-Jason\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eArtist\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eChelsea Tolin\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"ZOX","offers":[{"title":"Small","offer_id":48249503645994,"sku":"rightmeow-s","price":9.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Medium","offer_id":48249503908138,"sku":"rightmeow-m","price":9.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Large","offer_id":48249504071978,"sku":"rightmeow-l","price":9.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0873\/6892\/5482\/files\/rightmeowoutside_d2b6f23c-6365-4eac-b396-b6ea4f88763d.png?v=1714018862"},{"product_id":"save-the-drama","title":"Save the Drama","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"shogun-root\" data-shogun-id=\"5e449d4a726f0b0067639cd8\" data-shogun-site-id=\"7926eac2-5d57-432e-a16a-ab91f79a5215\" data-shogun-page-id=\"5e449d4a726f0b0067639cd8\" data-shogun-page-version-id=\"5e449d4a726f0b0067639cd7\" data-shogun-platform-type=\"shopify\" data-shogun-variant-id=\"5e449d4a726f0b0067639cdb\" data-region=\"main\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"s-4fa3e472-0cd9-4ad1-a953-bd59349ee3ce\" class=\"shg-c\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eStory\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv is=\"\" for=\"\" clear=\"\" in=\"\" data-mobiledoc='{\"version\":\"0.3.2\",\"atoms\":[],\"cards\":[],\"markups\":[],\"sections\":[[1,\"p\",[[0,[],0,\"I' celebrate=\"\" strap=\"\" new=\"\" brand=\"\" fluffy=\"\" cute=\"\" irresistibly=\"\" some=\"\" with=\"\" feel-good=\"\" these=\"\" combine=\"\" when=\"\" get=\"\" you=\"\" do=\"\" what=\"\" no=\"\" vibes=\"\" perfect=\"\" other=\"\" chills=\"\" after=\"\" ahead=\"\" season=\"\" wonderful=\"\" promise=\"\" at=\"\" great=\"\" feel=\"\" not=\"\" hard=\"\" spring=\"\" first=\"\" very=\"\" into=\"\" nests=\"\" and=\"\" dens=\"\" out=\"\" heads=\"\" their=\"\" peek=\"\" beginning=\"\" animals=\"\" baby=\"\" even=\"\" breeze=\"\" gentle=\"\" a=\"\" bright=\"\" california=\"\" southern=\"\" those=\"\" upon=\"\" already=\"\" weather=\"\" warm=\"\" weekend=\"\" the=\"\" to=\"\" forward=\"\" looking=\"\" are=\"\" us=\"\" of=\"\" many=\"\" sure=\"\" m=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI'm sure many of us are looking forward to the weekend ahead. Warm weather is already upon those of us in Southern California. Bright sun, clear skies, a gentle breeze... Even baby animals are beginning to peek their heads out of their dens and nests into their very first spring. Hard to not feel great at the promise of a wonderful season ahead of us after the chills of winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn other words, the perfect vibes for rest, relaxation,... and no drama!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNow, what do you get when you combine these feel-good vibes with some irresistibly cute and fluffy llamas? A brand new Strap to celebrate the occasion, of course! \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv color=\"\" capture=\"\" local=\"\" in=\"\" data-mobiledoc='{\"version\":\"0.3.2\",\"atoms\":[],\"cards\":[],\"markups\":[],\"sections\":[[1,\"p\",[[0,[],0,\"I was heavily inspired by the contemporary painting style of Disney Legend Mary Blair, whose distinct aesthetic can be seen in full display on the \\\"It' new=\"\" this=\"\" enjoy=\"\" all=\"\" you=\"\" perspective=\"\" positive=\"\" encapsulate=\"\" romanticization=\"\" utilize=\"\" not=\"\" why=\"\" thought:=\"\" so=\"\" war=\"\" world=\"\" era=\"\" previous=\"\" compared=\"\" especially=\"\" decade=\"\" as=\"\" seen=\"\" were=\"\" shades=\"\" teal=\"\" salmon=\"\" lots=\"\" where=\"\" period=\"\" time=\"\" inspirations=\"\" design=\"\" two=\"\" these=\"\" between=\"\" synonymous=\"\" palette=\"\" mid-century=\"\" aged=\"\" shows=\"\" art=\"\" its=\"\" saw=\"\" artwork=\"\" regional=\"\" of=\"\" variety=\"\" and=\"\" palm=\"\" out=\"\" taken=\"\" trips=\"\" many=\"\" on=\"\" reminiscing=\"\" was=\"\" further=\"\" me=\"\" helped=\"\" what=\"\" llamas=\"\" retro-styled=\"\" with=\"\" well=\"\" pair=\"\" would=\"\" that=\"\" look=\"\" chalk=\"\" hand-drawn=\"\" traditional=\"\" emulate=\"\" to=\"\" wanted=\"\" i=\"\" desert=\"\" the=\"\" around=\"\" parks=\"\" disney=\"\" at=\"\" found=\"\" attraction=\"\" small=\"\" a=\"\" s=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI was heavily inspired by the contemporary painting style of Disney Legend Mary Blair, whose distinct aesthetic can be seen in full display on the \"It's A Small World\" attraction found at Disney Parks around the globe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor the desert elements, I wanted to emulate a traditional hand-drawn chalk look that would pair well with the retro-styled llamas. What helped me further was reminiscing on the many trips I've taken out to Palm Desert in the past, and the variety of regional artwork I saw at its art shows and local farmer's markets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdditionally, I wanted to capture the aged mid-century color palette that was synonymous between these two design inspirations -  a time period where lots of salmon and teal shades were seen in clothing, buildings, and cars.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 1950s was a seen as a decade of \"Happy Days\" especially compared to the previous era of World War II, so I thought: why not utilize the romanticization of the period and encapsulate that positive perspective in a Strap?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHope you all enjoy this new design! If all 1,000 of these sell out in the next week, we'll make more of them. 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also=\"\" about=\"\" passionate=\"\" things=\"\" nurturing=\"\" part=\"\" the=\"\" was=\"\" wrote=\"\" she=\"\" bit=\"\" favorite=\"\" my=\"\" of=\"\" one=\"\" found=\"\" i=\"\" your=\"\" hide=\"\" called=\"\" ago=\"\" months=\"\" few=\"\" a=\"\" from=\"\" posts=\"\" blog=\"\" s=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn looking at at Chelsea's blog posts from a few months ago called 'Don't Hide Your Talents', I found one of my favorite bit she wrote was the part about nurturing the things you're passionate about.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLike Chelsea, I also started writing nearly a year or so ago now, working on a fictional story about my family. Writing is so incredibly hard because while I truly believe that all of us have a great story to tell, getting our thoughts out on paper is another challenge completely. Like Neil Gaiman says - \"We write because we want to know how the story ends.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI believe that talents are the same way - we practice because we want to know how far we can go - how good we can become.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBut how do we get better if we're doing it alone?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDon't Hide Your Talents is such a wonderful reminder to me because it really makes you think. How often do you start practicing something new and you're too embarrassed to show anyone? How many things have you left half-done because you just sort of stopped working on them? Would you have stopped if you were in a group with other people who enjoyed doing the same thing as well?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe get better when we talk with others - when we share our dreams, goals and ideas with one another. Don't believe it? Think about the times where you've left a conversation feeling great -  what did you talk about?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn my own life, I can't even begin to count the number of conversations I've walked away from feeling reinvigorated and ready to take on the world. Talking with other like-minded people who love to think through big ideas with me is something that makes my brain so happy. The truth is, I have a feeling it does the same for you. My hope with this little reminder is that it gives you the courage to open up to others and share what you're passionate about. Even if it's just with us in the VIP group - take that leap and let's see if anyone else likes the same thing. Life is so much more fun when we get to do it with others, and the best way to make new friends is to find what we have in common.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSo with that said, let's do this. Here's your early access to this week's Spotlight design: Don't Hide Your Talents.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLike last week, there's only 1,000 of these with blue stitching and if they sell out within the week, we'll make more with standard stitching soon. 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I hope you're doing well and keeping cool – it has been a \u003cem\u003ehot\u003c\/em\u003e few weeks here in Texas, and I think it's just going to get hotter! There are significant boons that this Summer weather brings though; swimming pools, ice cream, and if you're anything like me – watching Dirty Dancing on repeat. Basking in the sun during bright days such as these always leaves me with a feeling of gratefulness; grateful that I've made it to where I am and for the people I get the opportunity to go through life with. Looking back, dark times seem so far away and insignificant a thing rather than what they were to experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMy inspiration for this strap was derived from personal experience and serves as a reminder to find the light in everyday things and in the people I surround myself with.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen times are at their darkest, sometimes all we need is a little bit of light – the darkness can be overwhelming and there are some days where we just need to let the light in our life guide us through it. What does your light look like – could it be your friends, family, or found family? Could it be an everyday task or something you enjoy doing? Something to give you a bit more battery – a recharge. After all, if we don't allow ourselves a break every now and then to do something that truly relaxes us, we risk burning out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhatever that light may look like, allow it into your life – it is alright to ask for help every once in a while. I used to be pretty horrendous at asking for help, I'll admit; I'm a bit stubborn as it turns out – I refuse to admit when I can't do something and in the past, I've pushed myself when I could've made it easier. I'm getting better at it, but a reminder to let the light in is something we all need sometimes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDuring times of crisis or overwhelming stress, it's easy to think you're the only one who has ever known darkness like it. This simply isn't true – everyone around us experiences dark days where they could use a bit of light and they could be facing battles we know nothing about. Everyone needs that guiding light sometimes, and just as they were a light for us, we can be a light for them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLet this strap be a reminder to find the light – nights will come just as well as the day and when they do, lean on those around you. Let their light guide you to a brighter day, and when you can, be a light for them too.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv high=\"\" data-mobiledoc='{\"version\":\"0.3.2\",\"atoms\":[],\"cards\":[],\"markups\":[],\"sections\":[[1,\"p\",[[0,[],0,\"This strap, technically, was a lot of fun for me as well – I went for a hand-inked style with pretty minimal color. Fireflies have always been something I include in most of my art; one summer, I saw them for the first time lighting up the night sky and it was, simply put, magical. \"]]],[1,\"p\",[[0,[],0,\"And with that, I' time=\"\" next=\"\" see=\"\" can=\"\" best=\"\" being=\"\" continue=\"\" of=\"\" rest=\"\" wonderful=\"\" a=\"\" have=\"\" smiling=\"\" keep=\"\" head=\"\" your=\"\" hold=\"\" the=\"\" find=\"\" that=\"\" and=\"\" strap=\"\" this=\"\" enjoyed=\"\" you=\"\" hope=\"\" i=\"\" leave=\"\" ll=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis strap, technically, was a lot of fun for me as well – I went for a hand-inked style with pretty minimal color. Fireflies have always been something I include in most of my art; one summer, I saw them for the first time lighting up the night sky and it was, simply put, magical.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnd with that, I'll leave you; I hope you enjoyed this strap and I hope that you find the light! 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Stress affects more than 75% of adults in America – many of which deal with the upset of daily functions due to their stress.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eMost people don't even realize that one of the most natural ways to reduce their stress is through reading. Crazy, right? Studies show that escaping into literary worlds distracts our minds from what tends to overwhelm us. In fact, reading something you enjoy can reduce stress by nearly 68%!\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eWhether you're an avid science fiction and fantasy reader, or simply interested in catching up on your town's local news in the paper, words have the power of taking your mind off of things, even for just a little bit.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eReading keeps our minds active by intriguing us with the thought of different circumstances or possible worlds, which can ease our worries about the realities we face every single day.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eIt's only human to experience worry, stress, and anxiety. Books offer us a way to remain grounded, yet allow our imaginations to enter a landscape of dreams and other times.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eThat's why this Strap is one of my favorites, and one I am ecstatic to share with you. Say hello to Thesaurus! 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It' harry=\"\" wars=\"\" star=\"\" anything=\"\" because=\"\" good=\"\" all=\"\" nerd=\"\" biggest=\"\" being=\"\" of=\"\" fun=\"\" makes=\"\" often=\"\" nick=\"\" the=\"\" apart=\"\" far=\"\" though=\"\" even=\"\" do=\"\" me=\"\" thing=\"\" special=\"\" really=\"\" game=\"\" favorite=\"\" our=\"\" while=\"\" up=\"\" catch=\"\" call=\"\" hop=\"\" free=\"\" have=\"\" both=\"\" we=\"\" time=\"\" every=\"\" it=\"\" around=\"\" way=\"\" found=\"\" so=\"\" much=\"\" as=\"\" play=\"\" able=\"\" austin=\"\" out=\"\" moving=\"\" years=\"\" few=\"\" a=\"\" dad=\"\" with=\"\" them=\"\" playing=\"\" started=\"\" got=\"\" how=\"\" and=\"\" games=\"\" video=\"\" love=\"\" my=\"\" mentioned=\"\" i=\"\" was=\"\" player=\"\" than=\"\" nerdy=\"\" better=\"\" spotlight=\"\" debut=\"\" back=\"\" be=\"\" to=\"\" pumped=\"\" super=\"\" been=\"\" s=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGood morning, everyone! It's been awhile, hasn't it? Well, I'm super pumped to be back to debut today's Spotlight release, Better Nerdy Than Ordinary.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen Player One was released, I mentioned my love for video games and how I got started playing them with my dad a few years ago.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSince moving out to Austin for ZOX, I haven't been able to play as much with my dad in person, so I found a way around it. Every time we both have a free afternoon, we hop on a call and catch up while playing our favorite video game. It's a really special thing for me to be able to do with him, even though we're far apart.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the office, Nick often makes fun of me for being the biggest nerd – all in good fun, and all because of my love for anything Star Wars and Harry Potter!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv is=\"\" data-mobiledoc='{\"version\":\"0.3.2\",\"atoms\":[],\"cards\":[],\"markups\":[[\"a\",[\"href\",\"https:\/\/www.apa.org\/monitor\/2010\/02\/nerd\"]],[\"em\"],[\"strong\"]],\"sections\":[[1,\"h2\",[[0,[],0,\"Nerdy and Proud\"]]],[1,\"p\",[[0,[],0,\"It' special=\"\" so=\"\" adds=\"\" bad=\"\" is:=\"\" thing=\"\" i=\"\" you=\"\" when=\"\" love=\"\" they=\"\" about=\"\" time=\"\" hard=\"\" give=\"\" hypocritical=\"\" little=\"\" it=\"\" were:=\"\" subjects=\"\" own=\"\" their=\"\" just=\"\" upon=\"\" down=\"\" looked=\"\" usually=\"\" who=\"\" but=\"\" etc=\"\" comic=\"\" graphic=\"\" video=\"\" big=\"\" this=\"\" identify=\"\" books=\"\" geek:=\"\" a=\"\" being=\"\" attributed=\"\" things=\"\" usual=\"\" the=\"\" with=\"\" obsessed=\"\" people=\"\" some=\"\" something=\"\" nerds=\"\" as=\"\" up=\"\" grew=\"\" all=\"\" we=\"\" wear=\"\" than=\"\" rather=\"\" of=\"\" ashamed=\"\" be=\"\" to=\"\" deemed=\"\" were=\"\" and=\"\" like=\"\" growing=\"\" because=\"\" funny=\"\" s=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eNerdy and Proud\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's funny because growing up, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.apa.org\/monitor\/2010\/02\/nerd\"\u003ewords like \"nerd\" and \"geek\" were deemed derogatory\u003c\/a\u003e – something to be ashamed of rather than something to wear proudly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTechnically, we all grew up as nerds of something. Some people were obsessed with the usual things attributed to being a geek: books (I identify with this big time), movies, video games, graphic novels, comic books, mathematics, science, history, etc. But the people who usually looked down upon \"\u003cem\u003enerds\"\u003c\/em\u003e were just as obsessed with their own subjects as the said-\u003cem\u003enerds\u003c\/em\u003e were: sports!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIsn't it a little hypocritical to give people a hard time about things they love when you love something just as much?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBut, I digress.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe thing is: being nerdy, geeky, smart, intellectual, dedicated, etc. is \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNOT\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e a bad thing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn fact, it adds something so special to who you are!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv for=\"\" is=\"\" in=\"\" data-mobiledoc='{\"version\":\"0.3.2\",\"atoms\":[],\"cards\":[],\"markups\":[[\"em\"],[\"strong\"],[\"a\",[\"href\",\"https:\/\/www.kqed.org\/mindshift\/32503\/how-the-power-of-interest-drives-learning\"]]],\"sections\":[[1,\"h2\",[[0,[],0,\"nterest = Drive\"]]],[1,\"p\",[[0,[],0,\"The reason we all become so attached to something, like a movie, equations, characters, \"],[0,[0],1,\"wristbands\"],[0,[],0,\", is because we' repeat=\"\" not=\"\" prefer=\"\" would=\"\" delighted=\"\" heart=\"\" your=\"\" makes=\"\" what=\"\" between=\"\" decipher=\"\" allow=\"\" whether=\"\" day=\"\" hoping=\"\" yourself=\"\" found=\"\" discovered=\"\" time=\"\" pieces=\"\" scattered=\"\" are=\"\" who=\"\" form=\"\" blocks=\"\" building=\"\" various=\"\" when=\"\" moments=\"\" fleeting=\"\" like=\"\" sound=\"\" describe=\"\" people=\"\" way=\"\" along=\"\" have=\"\" experiences=\"\" good=\"\" about=\"\" all=\"\" probably=\"\" trip=\"\" going=\"\" need=\"\" likely=\"\" most=\"\" new=\"\" applying=\"\" hear=\"\" always=\"\" you=\"\" things=\"\" those=\"\" experience=\"\" us=\"\" give=\"\" will=\"\" focus=\"\" our=\"\" narrows=\"\" that=\"\" urge=\"\" produces=\"\" something=\"\" an=\"\" having=\"\" other=\"\" over=\"\" objects=\"\" or=\"\" particular=\"\" with=\"\" repeatedly=\"\" engage=\"\" to=\"\" predisposition=\"\" a=\"\" also=\"\" experienced=\"\" of=\"\" state=\"\" psychological=\"\" the=\"\" does=\"\" interest=\"\" and=\"\" them=\"\" interested=\"\" re=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eInterest = Drive\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe reason we all become so attached to something, like a movie, equations, characters, \u003cem\u003ewristbands\u003c\/em\u003e, is because we're interested in them. And interest is \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eincredibly\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e powerful.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat does \u003cem\u003einterest\u003c\/em\u003e involve?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.kqed.org\/mindshift\/32503\/how-the-power-of-interest-drives-learning\"\u003e\"Interest is the psychological state of engagement, experienced in the moment, and also a predisposition to engage repeatedly with particular ideas, events, or objects over time.\"\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn other words, having an interest in something produces an urge that narrows our focus on something that will give us experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExperience is one of those things that you always hear about. Applying for a new job? You most likely need experience. Going on a trip to a new place? 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Whether they're good or bad, experiences allow you to decipher between what makes your heart delighted and what you would prefer not to repeat going forward.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv is=\"\" by=\"\" for=\"\" type=\"\" kind=\"\" data-mobiledoc='{\"version\":\"0.3.2\",\"atoms\":[],\"cards\":[],\"markups\":[[\"em\"]],\"sections\":[[1,\"h2\",[[0,[],0,\"Don' embrace=\"\" helps=\"\" strap=\"\" spotlight=\"\" beautiful=\"\" this=\"\" hope=\"\" i=\"\" and=\"\" it=\"\" ashamed=\"\" not=\"\" proud=\"\" to=\"\" cause=\"\" perfect=\"\" which=\"\" we=\"\" things=\"\" surrounded=\"\" all=\"\" should=\"\" uniquely=\"\" makes=\"\" something=\"\" admiration=\"\" that=\"\" remember=\"\" just=\"\" your=\"\" because=\"\" against=\"\" goes=\"\" anyone=\"\" if=\"\" belong=\"\" nerdom=\"\" exchange=\"\" you=\"\" are=\"\" nerd=\"\" of=\"\" what=\"\" be=\"\" t=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDon't Be Ashamed\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat kind of nerd are \u003cem\u003eyou\u003c\/em\u003e?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAre you a:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBookworm?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMovie buff?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGamer?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSports enthusiast?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStock exchange expert?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFoodie?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eZoxer\u003c\/em\u003e?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhichever type of nerdom you belong to, if anyone goes against you because of your interest, just remember that your admiration for something makes you uniquely \u003cem\u003eyou\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe should all be surrounded by things we love, which is perfect cause to be proud of your nerdiness, not ashamed of it. 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Today, we' called=\"\" upset=\"\" would=\"\" mom=\"\" my=\"\" something=\"\" was=\"\" embracing=\"\" quote=\"\" spotlight=\"\" note=\"\" redefine=\"\" yourself=\"\" according=\"\" lived=\"\" history=\"\" learned=\"\" ever=\"\" out=\"\" stick=\"\" better=\"\" it=\"\" society=\"\" conform=\"\" journey=\"\" some=\"\" what=\"\" matter=\"\" no=\"\" friends=\"\" same=\"\" will=\"\" easier=\"\" meant=\"\" level=\"\" every=\"\" appreciate=\"\" accepted=\"\" lovely=\"\" first=\"\" loving=\"\" that:=\"\" exacting=\"\" goal=\"\" experienced=\"\" never=\"\" accepts=\"\" gardeners=\"\" community=\"\" among=\"\" into=\"\" lean=\"\" told=\"\" been=\"\" because=\"\" per=\"\" need=\"\" suppressed=\"\" always=\"\" eventually=\"\" flow=\"\" find=\"\" true=\"\" natural=\"\" be=\"\" worry=\"\" should=\"\" saying=\"\" world=\"\" other=\"\" define=\"\" outside=\"\" less=\"\" meaning=\"\" word=\"\" big=\"\" journaling=\"\" suggest=\"\" attention=\"\" little=\"\" use=\"\" life=\"\" areas=\"\" which=\"\" great=\"\" okay=\"\" sure=\"\" make=\"\" time=\"\" from=\"\" check-ins=\"\" everything=\"\" bring=\"\" over=\"\" boiling=\"\" pot=\"\" until=\"\" self-acceptance=\"\" lack=\"\" experiencing=\"\" realize=\"\" even=\"\" may=\"\" brings=\"\" aspect=\"\" an=\"\" compliment=\"\" criticism=\"\" love=\"\" things=\"\" positive=\"\" perspective=\"\" your=\"\" shift=\"\" combat=\"\" do=\"\" insecurity=\"\" responses=\"\" such=\"\" various=\"\" forward=\"\" come=\"\" emotions=\"\" negative=\"\" any=\"\" track=\"\" keeping=\"\" involves=\"\" shall=\"\" several=\"\" developed=\"\" save=\"\" could=\"\" more=\"\" focus=\"\" are=\"\" views=\"\" separate=\"\" able=\"\" were=\"\" others=\"\" affected=\"\" ourselves=\"\" see=\"\" way=\"\" funny=\"\" anxiety=\"\" stress=\"\" unnecessary=\"\" introducing=\"\" well-being=\"\" ability=\"\" how=\"\" affect=\"\" many=\"\" hard=\"\" this=\"\" wonderful=\"\" non-conforming=\"\" understand=\"\" people=\"\" encountering=\"\" different=\"\" mission=\"\" with=\"\" got=\"\" part=\"\" thing=\"\" bad=\"\" normal=\"\" being=\"\" not=\"\" like=\"\" seem=\"\" can=\"\" then=\"\" seems=\"\" but=\"\" build=\"\" they=\"\" somehow=\"\" apart=\"\" set=\"\" dreams=\"\" individual=\"\" our=\"\" have=\"\" want=\"\" really=\"\" of=\"\" none=\"\" lot=\"\" makes=\"\" sentence=\"\" the=\"\" so=\"\" change=\"\" say=\"\" take=\"\" if=\"\" definitely=\"\" comments=\"\" those=\"\" as=\"\" someone=\"\" talk=\"\" us=\"\" tell=\"\" mean=\"\" hear=\"\" when=\"\" moment=\"\" through=\"\" go=\"\" all=\"\" we=\"\" think=\"\" i=\"\" growing=\"\" bit=\"\" here=\"\" up=\"\" back=\"\" me=\"\" catch=\"\" regular=\"\" or=\"\" to=\"\" as:=\"\" defines=\"\" that=\"\" know=\"\" at=\"\" difficult=\"\" rather=\"\" a=\"\" also=\"\" and=\"\" exciting=\"\" you=\"\" who=\"\" accepting=\"\" about=\"\" alllll=\"\" talking=\"\" re=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHi everyone!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHope your Thursday is going well. Today, we're talking alllll about accepting yourself for who you are. Exciting topic, right? And also a rather difficult one, at times.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDid you know that \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.merriam-webster.com\/dictionary\/normal\"\u003eMerriam-Webster defines \"normal\"\u003c\/a\u003e as: \"conforming to a type, standard, or regular pattern.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDid you catch that word? \u003cem\u003eConforming\u003c\/em\u003e?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLet me back up here a bit. Growing up, I think we all go through a moment when we hear \"the mean kid\" tell us or talk about someone as \"weird\" or \"not normal\". Those comments definitely hurt, don't they?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNow, if you take those comments (let's say it's: \"Landri isn't normal\"), and change \u003cem\u003enormal\u003c\/em\u003e to \u003cem\u003econforming,\u003c\/em\u003e so the sentence reads, \"Landri isn't conforming\" – that makes it a lot better, doesn't it?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause none of us really want to conform. We all have our individual wants, needs, hopes, and dreams that set us apart somehow. They build up who we are, but if someone seems \"different\", \"weird\", or \u003cem\u003enot-conforming \u003c\/em\u003eto another's definition, then it can seem like not being normal is a bad thing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIs it?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Bad Part of Being Different\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI got you with that header, didn't I? Mission accomplished!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn reality, the \"bad part\" of being different is encountering people that don't understand or don't accept that being non-conforming is a wonderful thing. This is hard for many reasons, but in particular, it can really affect how our ability to accept ourselves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWithout self-acceptance, our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.health.harvard.edu\/blog\/greater-self-acceptance-improves-emotional-well-201605169546\"\u003epsychological well-being can suffer\u003c\/a\u003e – introducing us to unnecessary stress and anxiety. Isn't it funny how the way we see ourselves is so affected by how others see us? If we were able to separate others' views of who we are and focus more on how we see ourselves, we could save ourselves a lot of harm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSelf-acceptance \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.health.harvard.edu\/blog\/greater-self-acceptance-improves-emotional-well-201605169546\"\u003ecan be developed in several ways.\u003c\/a\u003e Let's go over a few, shall we?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSelf-regulation\u003c\/strong\u003e: This involves keeping track of any negative emotions that come forward in various situations, such as self-deprecation, responses to criticism, or insecurity. How do you combat this? Shift your perspective to focus on the positive things you love about yourself, see criticism as a way to grow, and compliment yourself on an aspect of your being that brings you joy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSelf-awareness:\u003c\/strong\u003e You may not even realize that you're experiencing a lack of self-acceptance until your pot is boiling over. Not to bring everything to the surface, but if you can do check-ins with yourself from time to time to make sure you're okay with how things are going, it's a great way to see which areas of your life could use a little more attention. May I suggest journaling for this method?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSelf-transcendence\u003c\/strong\u003e: Big word meaning \"\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/15801386\/\"\u003erely less on things outside of yourself to define you\u003c\/a\u003e.\" In other words, focus less on what\/who the world is saying you should do and be, and worry more about who you want to be. It's more natural to be true to yourself, so you'll find yourself \"fitting in\" with the flow of the world eventually. If you've always suppressed a need to garden, per se, because you've been told it's weird, and you start to lean into the hobby, one day, you may find yourself among a community of gardeners that accepts you as you've never experienced before.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe goal of accepting yourself as who you are is exacting that: loving yourself first. It's lovely to be accepted by others, too, but the more you come to appreciate every level of who you are and what you're meant to do, the easier it will be to find people who do the same. True friends are those that accept you no matter what. If some people can't do that, then that's a journey they need to go on separate from yours.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe don't need to conform to society to be in it. In fact, it's better to stick out. When have you ever learned about someone in history class that lived according to the \u003cem\u003enorm\u003c\/em\u003e of the world?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBe yourself. Redefine normal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBe bold,\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLandri\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHere's a note from our Spotlight artist, \u003cstrong\u003eKara Branstrom\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eTo me, the quote is about embracing not being “normal”. 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But there' dragon=\"\" inner=\"\" your=\"\" time=\"\" perfect=\"\" rush=\"\" a=\"\" hemisphere=\"\" northern=\"\" bringing=\"\" weather=\"\" spring=\"\" sources=\"\" water=\"\" rain=\"\" with=\"\" associated=\"\" often=\"\" were=\"\" torment=\"\" that=\"\" monsters=\"\" scary=\"\" just=\"\" they=\"\" wisdom=\"\" represent=\"\" coming=\"\" many=\"\" across=\"\" known=\"\" creature=\"\" mythical=\"\" the=\"\" silhouette=\"\" intimidating=\"\" and=\"\" colors=\"\" vivid=\"\" its=\"\" lore=\"\" of=\"\" centuries=\"\" holds=\"\" release=\"\" blog=\"\" special=\"\" within=\"\" all=\"\" because=\"\" panic=\"\" to=\"\" need=\"\" no=\"\" s=\"\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHear ye, hear ye!\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFriends, there is a powerful dragon coming out of hiding! But there's no need to panic because it's all within you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis special blog release holds centuries of lore in its vivid colors and intimidating dragon silhouette. The mythical creature is known across many cultures, coming to represent protection, leadership, strength, and wisdom. That's right, they aren't just scary monsters that torment villages!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn fact, they were often associated with rain and water sources in \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.worldhistory.org\/article\/1125\/the-dragon-in-ancient-china\/\"\u003eancient China\u003c\/a\u003e, and with the Spring weather bringing the Northern Hemisphere a rush of water, it's the perfect time to release your inner dragon. 🐉\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv for=\"\" order=\"\" height=\"\" scale=\"\" open=\"\" in=\"\" is=\"\" data-mobiledoc='{\"version\":\"0.3.2\",\"atoms\":[],\"cards\":[],\"markups\":[[\"em\"],[\"strong\"]],\"sections\":[[1,\"p\",[[0,[],0,\"The dragon' tough=\"\" help=\"\" waiting=\"\" there=\"\" remember=\"\" you=\"\" leaves=\"\" never=\"\" flow=\"\" ebb=\"\" an=\"\" many=\"\" experience=\"\" moment=\"\" stressful=\"\" such=\"\" through=\"\" push=\"\" dragon=\"\" inner=\"\" rely=\"\" able=\"\" glad=\"\" ensure=\"\" owed=\"\" safety=\"\" affected=\"\" everything=\"\" anything=\"\" know=\"\" want=\"\" would=\"\" news=\"\" these=\"\" side=\"\" other=\"\" if=\"\" decision=\"\" listened=\"\" when=\"\" bad=\"\" mix=\"\" opinions=\"\" lot=\"\" feel=\"\" could=\"\" because=\"\" quieted=\"\" worried=\"\" myself=\"\" found=\"\" sometimes=\"\" publicizing=\"\" thought=\"\" everyone=\"\" not=\"\" informed=\"\" well=\"\" populations=\"\" off-campus=\"\" infected=\"\" clusters=\"\" reporting=\"\" avidly=\"\" were=\"\" we=\"\" final=\"\" during=\"\" culminated=\"\" pandemic=\"\" about=\"\" fear=\"\" fellow=\"\" truth=\"\" confidence=\"\" find=\"\" important=\"\" was=\"\" it=\"\" knew=\"\" i=\"\" university=\"\" small=\"\" even=\"\" work=\"\" unhappy=\"\" people=\"\" from=\"\" responses=\"\" angry=\"\" share=\"\" fair=\"\" my=\"\" had=\"\" student=\"\" former=\"\" a=\"\" heard=\"\" voice=\"\" your=\"\" letting=\"\" up=\"\" stepping=\"\" be=\"\" always=\"\" others=\"\" anxieties=\"\" own=\"\" its=\"\" with=\"\" comes=\"\" fearsome=\"\" so=\"\" being=\"\" fire-breathing=\"\" as=\"\" picture=\"\" and=\"\" roles=\"\" reverse=\"\" can=\"\" that=\"\" tell=\"\" here=\"\" stories=\"\" those=\"\" humans=\"\" powerless=\"\" of=\"\" position=\"\" the=\"\" yourself=\"\" imagine=\"\" to=\"\" common=\"\" more=\"\" much=\"\" but=\"\" unparalleled=\"\" power=\"\" s=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe dragon's power is unparalleled in myths, but it's much more common to imagine yourself in the position of the powerless humans in those stories. I'm here to tell you that you can reverse those roles and picture yourself as that fire-breathing leader!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBut being so fearsome comes with its own anxieties. Others won't always be open to you stepping up and letting your voice be heard. As a former student journalist, I've had my fair share of angry responses from people unhappy with my work. But even on the small scale of the university level, I knew it was important to find the confidence to share the truth with my fellow student body.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe height of fear about the pandemic culminated during my final semester, and we were avidly reporting clusters of infected people in order for the on and off-campus populations to be well informed. Not everyone thought publicizing that was beneficial, and sometimes I found myself worried that my voice was being quieted because it \u003cem\u003eshould \u003c\/em\u003ebe. I could feel my confidence slipping.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere were a lot of opinions in the mix \u003cstrong\u003e— \u003c\/strong\u003egood and bad. It was only when I listened to my own that I knew my final decision. If I were on the other side of these news articles, I would want to know anything and everything that affected my safety. I owed it to those people and myself to ensure that the truth was shared.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI'm so glad I was able to rely on my inner dragon to push through such a stressful moment. From that experience and many others, I know that confidence is an ebb and flow but it never leaves you. It's so important to remember that your inner dragon is always there waiting to help you through a tough spot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv start=\"\" for=\"\" kind=\"\" action=\"\" translate=\"\" is=\"\" data-mobiledoc='{\"version\":\"0.3.2\",\"atoms\":[],\"cards\":[],\"markups\":[[\"a\",[\"href\",\"https:\/\/www.masterclass.com\/articles\/how-to-be-more-confident#8-tips-for-how-to-be-more-confident\"]],[\"strong\"],[\"em\"],[\"a\",[\"href\",\"https:\/\/zox.la\/products\/focus-on-the-positive-v2?variant=34726485950536\"]],[\"a\",[\"href\",\"https:\/\/www.healthline.com\/health\/breath-of-fire-yoga#benefits\"]],[\"a\",[\"href\",\"https:\/\/www.webmd.com\/food-recipes\/benefits-dragon-fruit\"]]],\"sections\":[[1,\"h2\",[[0,[],0,\"How To Tap Into That Inner Fire\"]]],[1,\"p\",[[0,[],0,\"A dragon' hide=\"\" sure=\"\" make=\"\" just=\"\" you=\"\" notice=\"\" taking=\"\" people=\"\" prepare=\"\" slide=\"\" or=\"\" gut=\"\" boost=\"\" enjoy=\"\" fire=\"\" out=\"\" try=\"\" along=\"\" help=\"\" bit=\"\" soon=\"\" strong=\"\" as=\"\" feeling=\"\" after=\"\" dragon=\"\" of=\"\" power=\"\" harnessing=\"\" push=\"\" it=\"\" worth=\"\" but=\"\" period=\"\" adjustment=\"\" creating=\"\" habits=\"\" catch=\"\" need=\"\" will=\"\" mind=\"\" baby=\"\" through=\"\" way=\"\" then=\"\" more=\"\" gain=\"\" specific=\"\" get=\"\" experience=\"\" tied=\"\" closely=\"\" improve=\"\" want=\"\" how=\"\" tall=\"\" stand=\"\" inward=\"\" outward=\"\" with=\"\" starts=\"\" attitude=\"\" language=\"\" body=\"\" yourself=\"\" mindset=\"\" into=\"\" can=\"\" self-assured=\"\" now=\"\" long=\"\" such=\"\" like=\"\" seem=\"\" missing=\"\" what=\"\" positive=\"\" abilities=\"\" all=\"\" up=\"\" stack=\"\" when=\"\" about=\"\" qualities=\"\" and=\"\" skills=\"\" favorite=\"\" down=\"\" nail=\"\" moment=\"\" take=\"\" than=\"\" better=\"\" knows=\"\" know=\"\" that=\"\" put=\"\" should=\"\" the=\"\" work=\"\" ways=\"\" few=\"\" a=\"\" are=\"\" here=\"\" inner=\"\" your=\"\" release=\"\" practice=\"\" some=\"\" takes=\"\" if=\"\" surprised=\"\" be=\"\" so=\"\" come=\"\" to=\"\" hard=\"\" confidence=\"\" s=\"\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow To Tap Into That Inner Fire\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA dragon's confidence is hard to come by, so don't be surprised if it takes some practice to release your inner dragon. Here are a few ways to work on your \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.masterclass.com\/articles\/how-to-be-more-confident#8-tips-for-how-to-be-more-confident\"\u003econfidence\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFocus on the positive\u003c\/strong\u003e (someone should \u003cem\u003ereally\u003c\/em\u003e put that on a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/zox.la\/products\/focus-on-the-positive-v2?variant=34726485950536\"\u003ewristband\u003c\/a\u003e 😉)\u003cstrong\u003e.\u003c\/strong\u003e Know one knows you better than \u003cem\u003eyou\u003c\/em\u003e, so take a moment to nail down your favorite skills and qualities about yourself. When you stack up all your abilities and positive characteristics, what you're missing won't seem like such a long list.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePractice what you preach.\u003c\/strong\u003e Now that you know \u003cem\u003ewhat \u003c\/em\u003eto be self-assured about, you can put it into action. Translate that into a positive mindset (about yourself and your situation) and body language. The \"fake-it-till-you-make-it\" attitude starts with outward action and inward perseverance, so stand tall and be kind to yourself!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUnderstand how you want to improve. \u003c\/strong\u003eConfidence is closely tied to practice and experience. Get specific with what you want to gain more confidence for and then work your way up through baby steps.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGive it time.\u003c\/strong\u003e Your mind and body will need a moment to catch up with the habits you're creating. The adjustment period will be uncomfortable, but so worth it. Push through! You're harnessing the power of the dragon after all!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou'll be feeling as strong as a dragon soon enough, but if you need a bit of help along the way, try out the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.healthline.com\/health\/breath-of-fire-yoga#benefits\"\u003eBreath of Fire technique\u003c\/a\u003e for nerves, enjoy some \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.webmd.com\/food-recipes\/benefits-dragon-fruit\"\u003edragon fruit\u003c\/a\u003e to boost gut health, or slide Release Your Inner Dragon onto your wrist!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv start=\"\" in=\"\" values=\"\" is=\"\" for=\"\" data-mobiledoc='{\"version\":\"0.3.2\",\"atoms\":[],\"cards\":[[\"hr\",{}]],\"markups\":[],\"sections\":[[1,\"p\",[[0,[],0,\"The artist behind Release Your Inner Dragon created this especially for those looking to break out of their mold. Here' hide=\"\" sure=\"\" just=\"\" you=\"\" notice=\"\" taking=\"\" people=\"\" prepare=\"\" love=\"\" relentlessly=\"\" be=\"\" life=\"\" someone=\"\" when=\"\" help=\"\" awaken=\"\" ready=\"\" always=\"\" but=\"\" most=\"\" quietly=\"\" sleeps=\"\" he=\"\" students=\"\" told=\"\" something=\"\" inside=\"\" dragon=\"\" little=\"\" picture=\"\" helps=\"\" find=\"\" tougher=\"\" each=\"\" truth=\"\" live=\"\" them=\"\" allow=\"\" choices=\"\" make=\"\" those=\"\" protect=\"\" strength=\"\" well=\"\" as=\"\" limits=\"\" where=\"\" know=\"\" wearer=\"\" wish=\"\" wisdom=\"\" their=\"\" known=\"\" are=\"\" some=\"\" represent=\"\" truly=\"\" even=\"\" things=\"\" on=\"\" spent=\"\" being=\"\" energy=\"\" time=\"\" much=\"\" that=\"\" realizing=\"\" then=\"\" and=\"\" yourself=\"\" putting=\"\" habit=\"\" into=\"\" fall=\"\" easy=\"\" incredibly=\"\" so=\"\" it=\"\" defend=\"\" zone=\"\" comfort=\"\" of=\"\" out=\"\" stepping=\"\" boundaries=\"\" healthy=\"\" setting=\"\" with=\"\" struggled=\"\" have=\"\" person=\"\" only=\"\" or=\"\" first=\"\" the=\"\" not=\"\" certainly=\"\" am=\"\" i=\"\" wrist=\"\" around=\"\" reminder=\"\" particular=\"\" this=\"\" need=\"\" personal=\"\" a=\"\" from=\"\" grew=\"\" strap=\"\" inner=\"\" your=\"\" my=\"\" idea=\"\" mythical=\"\" her=\"\" about=\"\" say=\"\" to=\"\" had=\"\" nichols=\"\" jennifer=\"\" what=\"\" s=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe artist behind Release Your Inner Dragon created this especially for those looking to break out of their mold. Here's what Jennifer Nichols had to say about her mythical design:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe idea for my ‘Release your inner dragon’ strap grew from a personal need for this particular reminder around my wrist. I am certainly not the first or only person to have struggled with setting healthy boundaries or stepping out of my comfort zone to defend them! It is so incredibly easy to fall into a habit of putting yourself second, and then realizing that so much of your time\/energy is being spent on things (or even people) that don’t truly represent your values or goals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDragons, in some mythologies, are known for their wisdom and strength. With this strap, I wish the wearer (and myself) the wisdom to know where their limits are, as well as the strength to protect those boundaries and make choices that allow them to live their truth each day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn tougher moments, I find it helps to picture a little dragon inside of you (it’s something I’ve told my students too). He (or she, or it!) sleeps quietly most of the time, but is always ready to awaken and help protect you when someone\/something ‘trespasses’ into your life. Be YOU…bravely, fiercely, and relentlessly. Love yourself first.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConfidence is magnetic, so prepare for people to start taking notice of you. 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iceberg=\"\" hide=\"\" so=\"\" much=\"\" itself=\"\" beneath=\"\" cold=\"\" never=\"\" giving=\"\" a=\"\" single=\"\" sign=\"\" us=\"\" that=\"\" more=\"\" than=\"\" what=\"\" be=\"\" seen=\"\" on=\"\" think=\"\" many=\"\" relate=\"\" feeling=\"\" exhaustion=\"\" comes=\"\" from=\"\" putting=\"\" work=\"\" people=\"\" ever=\"\" or=\"\" being=\"\" proud=\"\" it=\"\" all=\"\" same=\"\" why=\"\" imagery=\"\" surface=\"\" perfect=\"\" snow-covered=\"\" mountains=\"\" dark=\"\" water=\"\" conceal=\"\" lies=\"\" meets=\"\" are=\"\" not=\"\" everyone=\"\" will=\"\" understand=\"\" layers=\"\" beyond=\"\" presented=\"\" world=\"\" others=\"\" came=\"\" before=\"\" often=\"\" toward=\"\" your=\"\" requires=\"\" how=\"\" outsiders=\"\" supposed=\"\" know=\"\" about=\"\" things=\"\" done=\"\" get=\"\" where=\"\" i=\"\" sit=\"\" writing=\"\" would=\"\" have=\"\" no=\"\" idea=\"\" hours=\"\" dedicated=\"\" my=\"\" four-year=\"\" college=\"\" put=\"\" at=\"\" countless=\"\" editorial=\"\" 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everybody=\"\" stumbles=\"\" their=\"\" goals=\"\" means=\"\" super=\"\" successful=\"\" seem=\"\" mastered=\"\" domain=\"\" got=\"\" kept=\"\" getting=\"\" moving=\"\" forward=\"\" whenever=\"\" fell=\"\" hope=\"\" wearing=\"\" helps=\"\" through=\"\" tougher=\"\" days=\"\" glances=\"\" reminded=\"\" risk=\"\" closer=\"\" success=\"\" vision=\"\" enough=\"\" resolve=\"\" persevere=\"\" stack=\"\" around=\"\" token=\"\" celebration=\"\" acknowledgment=\"\" amazing=\"\" achievement=\"\" made=\"\" finish=\"\" line=\"\" obstacles=\"\" ahead=\"\" help=\"\" steps=\"\" already=\"\" taken=\"\" deserve=\"\" few=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHi friends!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's quickly warming up here in Austin, Texas, but in the North and South Poles, icebergs float within freezing waters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom above the water, it's difficult to see the depths of these huge pieces of ice. But they can \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/nsidc.org\/cryosphere\/quickfacts\/icebergs.html#:~:text=Icebergs%20come%20in%20all%20shapes,they%20are%20harder%20to%20spot.\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/nsidc.org\/cryosphere\/quickfacts\/icebergs.html#:~:text=Icebergs%20come%20in%20all%20shapes,they%20are%20harder%20to%20spot.\"\u003eeasily reach 600 feet\u003c\/a\u003e below the water's surface! An iceberg can hide so much of itself beneath the cold ocean, never giving a single sign to us that it's so much more than what can be seen on the surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI think many of us can relate to that; the feeling of exhaustion that comes from putting in so much work that many people won't ever see or understand, but being proud of it all the same. That's why the imagery of Beneath The Surface is so perfect. The snow-covered mountains and dark water conceal what lies beneath.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/images.unsplash.com\/photo-1584701782235-beff0661e16a?crop=entropy\u0026amp;cs=tinysrgb\u0026amp;fit=max\u0026amp;fm=jpg\u0026amp;ixid=MnwxMTc3M3wwfDF8c2VhcmNofDd8fGljZWJlcmd8ZW58MHx8fHwxNjQ5NDMxMTA2\u0026amp;ixlib=rb-1.2.1\u0026amp;q=80\u0026amp;w=2000\" data-mce-src=\"https:\/\/images.unsplash.com\/photo-1584701782235-beff0661e16a?crop=entropy\u0026amp;cs=tinysrgb\u0026amp;fit=max\u0026amp;fm=jpg\u0026amp;ixid=MnwxMTc3M3wwfDF8c2VhcmNofDd8fGljZWJlcmd8ZW58MHx8fHwxNjQ5NDMxMTA2\u0026amp;ixlib=rb-1.2.1\u0026amp;q=80\u0026amp;w=2000\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMore To You Than Meets The Eye\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHumans are complex, and not everyone will understand all the layers of you beyond what you've presented to the world. Others can see the success story, but all that came before is often hidden from view.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWorking toward your goals requires commitment, resilience, and sacrifice, so how are outsiders supposed to know about all the things you've done to get where you are today? Well, they won't.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs I sit here writing this, you would have no idea of the hours I dedicated to my four-year college degree, the work I put in at my university's newspaper, the countless editorial classes I took to further my education, or even the copyediting certificate I earned. A lot of sweat and tears were endured to get to ZOX, to you. And yet, I'm still happy with every bit of my journey.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYour success is entirely for you to enjoy. When you look for \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.psychologytoday.com\/us\/blog\/addiction-and-recovery\/201907\/stop-seeking-validation-others\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/www.psychologytoday.com\/us\/blog\/addiction-and-recovery\/201907\/stop-seeking-validation-others\"\u003evalidation from others\u003c\/a\u003e to make your hard work worth it, you'll find yourself very disappointed. View your journey like the iceberg: what's beneath isn't any less impressive just because others can't see it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/images.unsplash.com\/photo-1519832064761-bbc1d76d4ef8?crop=entropy\u0026amp;cs=tinysrgb\u0026amp;fit=max\u0026amp;fm=jpg\u0026amp;ixid=MnwxMTc3M3wwfDF8c2VhcmNofDF8fGljZWJlcmd8ZW58MHx8fHwxNjQ5NDMxMTA2\u0026amp;ixlib=rb-1.2.1\u0026amp;q=80\u0026amp;w=2000\" data-mce-src=\"https:\/\/images.unsplash.com\/photo-1519832064761-bbc1d76d4ef8?crop=entropy\u0026amp;cs=tinysrgb\u0026amp;fit=max\u0026amp;fm=jpg\u0026amp;ixid=MnwxMTc3M3wwfDF8c2VhcmNofDF8fGljZWJlcmd8ZW58MHx8fHwxNjQ5NDMxMTA2\u0026amp;ixlib=rb-1.2.1\u0026amp;q=80\u0026amp;w=2000\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow To Practice Self-Validation\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen all your work has finally paid off, you shouldn't need anyone's recognition to feel proud! Let's make \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/oregoncounseling.com\/article\/practicing-self-validation\/\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/oregoncounseling.com\/article\/practicing-self-validation\/\"\u003eself-validation\u003c\/a\u003e a habit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAccept ALL of your feelings.\u003c\/strong\u003e It's completely natural to enjoy others' positive opinions of you. Who doesn't like a compliment? But I want you to recognize that it's okay to have that desire for positive feedback. And that it may take a while to learn how to process those comments in a way that doesn't make you reliant on them. You just need to ensure that your emotional state doesn't rest entirely on others' words.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBe mindful of your circumstance.\u003c\/strong\u003e Take a moment to reassess \u003cem\u003ewhy\u003c\/em\u003e you're looking for validation. Are you hoping someone will take notice of you because you've done something impressive? Or are you looking to prove your worth to everyone that doubted you? While these are totally valid feelings, they can't be to sole reason you've taken on your journey. If you have found yourself in that mindset, take some time to dig deeper and find what truly drives you to accomplish your goals.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdjust your behavior.\u003c\/strong\u003e There are a couple of ways you can actively work toward providing your own validation. Start by being kind to yourself. Self-love can give you the confidence to enjoy your success all on your own. Then, acknowledge your own efforts. When you look back at your journey, take note of the challenges you've overcome. Be in awe of yourself! Lastly, be encouraging. Changing your mindset takes time, so don't skip out on offering yourself some encouragement!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFeeling validated yet? It might take some practice, but I know you can do it! Just remember that your successes are just as valid no matter who celebrates them along with you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe incredible artist behind this strap design is Jennifer Nichols, and she created it with such a beautiful message in mind. Here's what she had to say about failure, success, and all the work that happens in between:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe concept of this strap came from a desire to create a reminder that we are each capable of so much more than we sometimes believe. We are flooded (\u003cem\u003ethanks, social media!\u003c\/em\u003e) with the accomplishments of others, and it can be so easy to fall down the rabbit hole of forgetting how much effort goes into those achievements behind the scenes. We can forget just how CAPABLE we truly are!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFear of failure can be paralyzing, for sure, but it can be overcome with the right mindset…and plan! Failure happens, and THAT IS OKAY. Everybody stumbles on the way to their goals. \u003cem\u003eYes, that means that even those super successful people who seem to have mastered their domain will sometimes face setbacks.\u003c\/em\u003e They got where they are because they kept getting up and moving forward whenever they fell.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI hope that wearing this strap helps people through the tougher days. When someone glances at their wrist, I hope that they are reminded that every sacrifice, obstacle, and risk takes them closer to success. I want the vision of their goals to give them enough resolve to persevere when challenges stack up around them. And when they ‘make it’, I want this strap to be a token of celebration and acknowledgment of how amazing that achievement is!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you've made it to the finish line or still face obstacles ahead in your journey to success, this design can help you recognize the amazing steps you've already taken. You deserve to enjoy your success! Look down on this strap and remember that you and an iceberg might just have a few things in common.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTalk soon,\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCamryn\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-mobiledoc='{\"version\":\"0.3.2\",\"atoms\":[],\"cards\":[],\"markups\":[[\"a\",[\"href\",\"https:\/\/nsidc.org\/cryosphere\/quickfacts\/icebergs.html#:~:text=Icebergs%20come%20in%20all%20shapes,they%20are%20harder%20to%20spot.\"]]],\"sections\":[[1,\"p\",[[0,[],0,\"Hi friends!\"]]],[1,\"p\",[[0,[],0,\"It' in=\"\" is=\"\" s=\"\" quickly=\"\" warming=\"\" up=\"\" here=\"\" but=\"\" the=\"\" north=\"\" and=\"\" south=\"\" icebergs=\"\" float=\"\" within=\"\" freezing=\"\" waters=\"\" above=\"\" difficult=\"\" to=\"\" see=\"\" depths=\"\" of=\"\" these=\"\" huge=\"\" pieces=\"\" ice=\"\" they=\"\" can=\"\" reach=\"\" below=\"\" an=\"\" iceberg=\"\" hide=\"\" so=\"\" much=\"\" itself=\"\" beneath=\"\" cold=\"\" never=\"\" giving=\"\" a=\"\" single=\"\" sign=\"\" us=\"\" that=\"\" more=\"\" than=\"\" what=\"\" be=\"\" seen=\"\" on=\"\" think=\"\" many=\"\" relate=\"\" feeling=\"\" exhaustion=\"\" comes=\"\" from=\"\" putting=\"\" work=\"\" people=\"\" ever=\"\" or=\"\" being=\"\" proud=\"\" it=\"\" all=\"\" same=\"\" why=\"\" imagery=\"\" surface=\"\" perfect=\"\" snow-covered=\"\" mountains=\"\" dark=\"\" water=\"\" conceal=\"\" lies=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHi friends!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's quickly warming up here in Austin, Texas, but in the North and South Poles, icebergs float within freezing waters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom above the water, it's difficult to see the depths of these huge pieces of ice. But they can \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/nsidc.org\/cryosphere\/quickfacts\/icebergs.html#:~:text=Icebergs%20come%20in%20all%20shapes,they%20are%20harder%20to%20spot.\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/nsidc.org\/cryosphere\/quickfacts\/icebergs.html#:~:text=Icebergs%20come%20in%20all%20shapes,they%20are%20harder%20to%20spot.\"\u003eeasily reach 600 feet\u003c\/a\u003e below the water's surface! An iceberg can hide so much of itself beneath the cold ocean, never giving a single sign to us that it's so much more than what can be seen on the surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI think many of us can relate to that; the feeling of exhaustion that comes from putting in so much work that many people won't ever see or understand, but being proud of it all the same. That's why the imagery of Beneath The Surface is so perfect. The snow-covered mountains and dark water conceal what lies beneath.\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-mobiledoc='{\"version\":\"0.3.2\",\"atoms\":[],\"cards\":[],\"markups\":[[\"a\",[\"href\",\"https:\/\/nsidc.org\/cryosphere\/quickfacts\/icebergs.html#:~:text=Icebergs%20come%20in%20all%20shapes,they%20are%20harder%20to%20spot.\"]]],\"sections\":[[1,\"p\",[[0,[],0,\"Hi friends!\"]]],[1,\"p\",[[0,[],0,\"It' in=\"\" is=\"\" s=\"\" quickly=\"\" warming=\"\" up=\"\" here=\"\" but=\"\" the=\"\" north=\"\" and=\"\" south=\"\" icebergs=\"\" float=\"\" within=\"\" freezing=\"\" waters=\"\" above=\"\" difficult=\"\" to=\"\" see=\"\" depths=\"\" of=\"\" these=\"\" huge=\"\" pieces=\"\" ice=\"\" they=\"\" can=\"\" reach=\"\" below=\"\" an=\"\" iceberg=\"\" hide=\"\" so=\"\" much=\"\" itself=\"\" beneath=\"\" cold=\"\" never=\"\" giving=\"\" a=\"\" single=\"\" sign=\"\" us=\"\" that=\"\" more=\"\" than=\"\" what=\"\" be=\"\" seen=\"\" on=\"\" think=\"\" many=\"\" relate=\"\" feeling=\"\" exhaustion=\"\" comes=\"\" from=\"\" putting=\"\" work=\"\" people=\"\" ever=\"\" or=\"\" being=\"\" proud=\"\" it=\"\" all=\"\" same=\"\" why=\"\" imagery=\"\" surface=\"\" perfect=\"\" snow-covered=\"\" mountains=\"\" dark=\"\" water=\"\" conceal=\"\" lies=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHi friends!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's quickly warming up here in Austin, Texas, but in the North and South Poles, icebergs float within freezing waters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom above the water, it's difficult to see the depths of these huge pieces of ice. But they can \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/nsidc.org\/cryosphere\/quickfacts\/icebergs.html#:~:text=Icebergs%20come%20in%20all%20shapes,they%20are%20harder%20to%20spot.\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/nsidc.org\/cryosphere\/quickfacts\/icebergs.html#:~:text=Icebergs%20come%20in%20all%20shapes,they%20are%20harder%20to%20spot.\"\u003eeasily reach 600 feet\u003c\/a\u003e below the water's surface! An iceberg can hide so much of itself beneath the cold ocean, never giving a single sign to us that it's so much more than what can be seen on the surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI think many of us can relate to that; the feeling of exhaustion that comes from putting in so much work that many people won't ever see or understand, but being proud of it all the same. That's why the imagery of Beneath The Surface is so perfect. The snow-covered mountains and dark water conceal what lies beneath.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-mobiledoc='{\"version\":\"0.3.2\",\"atoms\":[],\"cards\":[],\"markups\":[[\"a\",[\"href\",\"https:\/\/nsidc.org\/cryosphere\/quickfacts\/icebergs.html#:~:text=Icebergs%20come%20in%20all%20shapes,they%20are%20harder%20to%20spot.\"]]],\"sections\":[[1,\"p\",[[0,[],0,\"Hi friends!\"]]],[1,\"p\",[[0,[],0,\"It' in=\"\" is=\"\" s=\"\" quickly=\"\" warming=\"\" up=\"\" here=\"\" but=\"\" the=\"\" north=\"\" and=\"\" south=\"\" icebergs=\"\" float=\"\" within=\"\" freezing=\"\" waters=\"\" above=\"\" difficult=\"\" to=\"\" see=\"\" depths=\"\" of=\"\" these=\"\" huge=\"\" pieces=\"\" ice=\"\" they=\"\" can=\"\" reach=\"\" below=\"\" an=\"\" iceberg=\"\" hide=\"\" so=\"\" much=\"\" itself=\"\" beneath=\"\" cold=\"\" never=\"\" giving=\"\" a=\"\" single=\"\" sign=\"\" us=\"\" that=\"\" more=\"\" than=\"\" what=\"\" be=\"\" seen=\"\" on=\"\" think=\"\" many=\"\" relate=\"\" feeling=\"\" exhaustion=\"\" comes=\"\" from=\"\" putting=\"\" work=\"\" people=\"\" ever=\"\" or=\"\" being=\"\" proud=\"\" it=\"\" all=\"\" same=\"\" why=\"\" imagery=\"\" surface=\"\" perfect=\"\" snow-covered=\"\" mountains=\"\" dark=\"\" water=\"\" conceal=\"\" lies=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHi friends!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's quickly warming up here in Austin, Texas, but in the North and South Poles, icebergs float within freezing waters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom above the water, it's difficult to see the depths of these huge pieces of ice. But they can \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/nsidc.org\/cryosphere\/quickfacts\/icebergs.html#:~:text=Icebergs%20come%20in%20all%20shapes,they%20are%20harder%20to%20spot.\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/nsidc.org\/cryosphere\/quickfacts\/icebergs.html#:~:text=Icebergs%20come%20in%20all%20shapes,they%20are%20harder%20to%20spot.\"\u003eeasily reach 600 feet\u003c\/a\u003e below the water's surface! An iceberg can hide so much of itself beneath the cold ocean, never giving a single sign to us that it's so much more than what can be seen on the surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI think many of us can relate to that; the feeling of exhaustion that comes from putting in so much work that many people won't ever see or understand, but being proud of it all the same. That's why the imagery of Beneath The Surface is so perfect. The snow-covered mountains and dark water conceal what lies beneath.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eMore To You Than Meets The Eye\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eHumans are complex, and not everyone will understand all the layers of you beyond what you've presented to the world. Others can see the success story, but all that came before is often hidden from view.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eWorking toward your goals requires commitment, resilience, and sacrifice, so how are outsiders supposed to know about all the things you've done to get where you are today? Well, they won't.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eAs I sit here writing this, you would have no idea of the hours I dedicated to my four-year college degree, the work I put in at my university's newspaper, the countless editorial classes I took to further my education, or even the copyediting certificate I earned. A lot of sweat and tears were endured to get to ZOX, to you. And yet, I'm still happy with every bit of my journey.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eYour success is entirely for you to enjoy. When you look for \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.psychologytoday.com\/us\/blog\/addiction-and-recovery\/201907\/stop-seeking-validation-others\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003evalidation from others\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eHow To Practice Self-Validation\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eWhen all your work has finally paid off, you shouldn't need anyone's recognition to feel proud! Let's make\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/oregoncounseling.com\/article\/practicing-self-validation\/\"\u003e \u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eself-validation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e a habit.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eAccept ALL of your feelings.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e It's completely natural to enjoy others' positive opinions of you. Who doesn't like a compliment? But I want you to recognize that it's okay to have that desire for positive feedback. And that it may take a while to learn how to process those comments in a way that doesn't make you reliant on them. You just need to ensure that your emotional state doesn't rest entirely on others' words.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBe mindful of your circumstance.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e Take a moment to reassess \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003ewhy\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e you're looking for validation. Are you hoping someone will take notice of you because you've done something impressive? Or are you looking to prove your worth to everyone that doubted you? While these are totally valid feelings, they can't be the sole reason you've taken on your journey. If you have found yourself in that mindset, take some time to dig deeper and find what truly drives you to accomplish your goals.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eAdjust your behavior.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e There are a couple of ways you can actively work toward providing your own validation. Start by being kind to yourself. Self-love can give you the confidence to enjoy your success all on your own. Then, acknowledge your own efforts. When you look back at your journey, take note of the challenges you've overcome. Be in awe of yourself! Lastly, be encouraging. Changing your mindset takes time, so don't skip out on offering yourself some encouragement!\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eFeeling validated yet? It might take some practice, but I know you can do it! Just remember that your successes are just as valid no matter who celebrates them along with you.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThe incredible artist behind this strap design is Jennifer Nichols, and she created it with such a beautiful message in mind. Here's what she had to say about failure, success, and all the work that happens in between:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThe concept of this strap came from a desire to create a reminder that we are each capable of so much more than we sometimes believe. We are flooded (\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003ethanks, social media!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e) with the accomplishments of others, and it can be so easy to fall down the rabbit hole of forgetting how much effort goes into those achievements behind the scenes. We can forget just how CAPABLE we truly are!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eFear of failure can be paralyzing, for sure, but it can be overcome with the right mindset…and plan! Failure happens, and THAT IS OKAY. Everybody stumbles on the way to their goals. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eYes, that means that even those super successful people who seem to have mastered their domain will sometimes face setbacks.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e They got where they are because they kept getting up and moving forward whenever they fell.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eI hope that wearing this strap helps people through the tougher days. When someone glances at their wrist, I hope that they are reminded that every sacrifice, obstacle, and risk takes them closer to success. I want the vision of their goals to give them enough resolve to persevere when challenges stack up around them. And when they ‘make it’, I want this strap to be a token of celebration and acknowledgment of how amazing that achievement is!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eWhether you've made it to the finish line or still face obstacles ahead in your journey to success, this design can help you recognize the amazing steps you've already taken. You deserve to enjoy your success! Look down on this strap and remember that you and an iceberg might just have a few things in common.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv for=\"\" in=\"\" hidden=\"\" is=\"\" data-mobiledoc='{\"version\":\"0.3.2\",\"atoms\":[],\"cards\":[],\"markups\":[[\"a\",[\"href\",\"https:\/\/www.psychologytoday.com\/us\/blog\/addiction-and-recovery\/201907\/stop-seeking-validation-others\"]]],\"sections\":[[1,\"p\",[[0,[],0,\"Humans are complex, and not everyone will understand all the layers of you beyond what you' because=\"\" just=\"\" impressive=\"\" less=\"\" any=\"\" beneath=\"\" iceberg:=\"\" like=\"\" journey=\"\" view=\"\" disappointed=\"\" very=\"\" yourself=\"\" find=\"\" worth=\"\" hard=\"\" make=\"\" look=\"\" when=\"\" enjoy=\"\" entirely=\"\" bit=\"\" every=\"\" with=\"\" happy=\"\" still=\"\" you=\"\" endured=\"\" were=\"\" tears=\"\" sweat=\"\" lot=\"\" a=\"\" earned=\"\" certificate=\"\" copyediting=\"\" even=\"\" or=\"\" further=\"\" took=\"\" classes=\"\" editorial=\"\" countless=\"\" at=\"\" put=\"\" work=\"\" college=\"\" four-year=\"\" my=\"\" dedicated=\"\" hours=\"\" of=\"\" idea=\"\" no=\"\" have=\"\" would=\"\" writing=\"\" here=\"\" sit=\"\" i=\"\" they=\"\" where=\"\" get=\"\" done=\"\" things=\"\" about=\"\" know=\"\" supposed=\"\" outsiders=\"\" are=\"\" how=\"\" so=\"\" and=\"\" requires=\"\" goals=\"\" your=\"\" toward=\"\" from=\"\" often=\"\" before=\"\" came=\"\" that=\"\" all=\"\" but=\"\" success=\"\" see=\"\" can=\"\" others=\"\" world=\"\" the=\"\" to=\"\" presented=\"\" ve=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHumans are complex, and not everyone will understand all the layers of you beyond what you've presented to the world. Others can see the success story, but all that came before is often hidden from view.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWorking toward your goals requires commitment, resilience, and sacrifice, so how are outsiders supposed to know about all the things you've done to get where you are today? Well, they won't.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs I sit here writing this, you would have no idea of the hours I dedicated to my four-year college degree, the work I put in at my university's newspaper, the countless editorial classes I took to further my education, or even the copyediting certificate I earned. A lot of sweat and tears were endured to get to ZOX, to you. And yet, I'm still happy with every bit of my journey.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYour success is entirely for you to enjoy. When you look for \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.psychologytoday.com\/us\/blog\/addiction-and-recovery\/201907\/stop-seeking-validation-others\"\u003evalidation from others\u003c\/a\u003e to make your hard work worth it, you'll find yourself very disappointed. View your journey like the iceberg: what's beneath isn't any less impressive just because others can't see it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv face=\"\" is=\"\" kind=\"\" by=\"\" start=\"\" in=\"\" for=\"\" data-mobiledoc='{\"version\":\"0.3.2\",\"atoms\":[[\"soft-return\",\"\",{}]],\"cards\":[[\"hr\",{}]],\"markups\":[[\"a\",[\"href\",\"https:\/\/oregoncounseling.com\/article\/practicing-self-validation\/\"]],[\"strong\"],[\"em\"]],\"sections\":[[1,\"p\",[[0,[],0,\"When all your work has finally paid off, you shouldn' things=\"\" few=\"\" iceberg=\"\" an=\"\" deserve=\"\" taken=\"\" already=\"\" steps=\"\" help=\"\" journey=\"\" ahead=\"\" obstacles=\"\" still=\"\" line=\"\" finish=\"\" made=\"\" achievement=\"\" amazing=\"\" acknowledgment=\"\" celebration=\"\" token=\"\" around=\"\" stack=\"\" persevere=\"\" resolve=\"\" enough=\"\" goals=\"\" vision=\"\" success=\"\" closer=\"\" risk=\"\" every=\"\" reminded=\"\" glances=\"\" days=\"\" tougher=\"\" through=\"\" helps=\"\" wearing=\"\" hope=\"\" fell=\"\" whenever=\"\" forward=\"\" moving=\"\" up=\"\" getting=\"\" kept=\"\" where=\"\" got=\"\" domain=\"\" mastered=\"\" seem=\"\" people=\"\" successful=\"\" super=\"\" even=\"\" means=\"\" their=\"\" stumbles=\"\" everybody=\"\" okay=\"\" right=\"\" overcome=\"\" failure=\"\" forget=\"\" scenes=\"\" achievements=\"\" into=\"\" goes=\"\" effort=\"\" forgetting=\"\" hole=\"\" rabbit=\"\" down=\"\" fall=\"\" easy=\"\" accomplishments=\"\" social=\"\" flooded=\"\" believe=\"\" sometimes=\"\" than=\"\" more=\"\" much=\"\" capable=\"\" each=\"\" we=\"\" reminder=\"\" create=\"\" from=\"\" came=\"\" concept=\"\" happens=\"\" about=\"\" say=\"\" had=\"\" mind=\"\" message=\"\" beautiful=\"\" such=\"\" created=\"\" she=\"\" jennifer=\"\" design=\"\" strap=\"\" this=\"\" behind=\"\" artist=\"\" incredible=\"\" with=\"\" along=\"\" them=\"\" celebrates=\"\" matter=\"\" no=\"\" as=\"\" successes=\"\" remember=\"\" do=\"\" know=\"\" might=\"\" validated=\"\" offering=\"\" out=\"\" skip=\"\" so=\"\" takes=\"\" mindset=\"\" changing=\"\" encouraging=\"\" awe=\"\" challenges=\"\" note=\"\" at=\"\" back=\"\" look=\"\" when=\"\" efforts=\"\" acknowledge=\"\" own=\"\" confidence=\"\" the=\"\" give=\"\" self-love=\"\" yourself=\"\" being=\"\" providing=\"\" toward=\"\" work=\"\" actively=\"\" can=\"\" ways=\"\" couple=\"\" there=\"\" accomplish=\"\" drives=\"\" truly=\"\" what=\"\" find=\"\" deeper=\"\" dig=\"\" time=\"\" some=\"\" found=\"\" if=\"\" reason=\"\" sole=\"\" be=\"\" they=\"\" valid=\"\" totally=\"\" these=\"\" doubted=\"\" everyone=\"\" worth=\"\" prove=\"\" or=\"\" something=\"\" done=\"\" because=\"\" notice=\"\" will=\"\" someone=\"\" hoping=\"\" are=\"\" validation=\"\" looking=\"\" reassess=\"\" moment=\"\" mindful=\"\" entirely=\"\" rest=\"\" state=\"\" emotional=\"\" ensure=\"\" just=\"\" on=\"\" reliant=\"\" way=\"\" comments=\"\" those=\"\" process=\"\" how=\"\" learn=\"\" while=\"\" take=\"\" may=\"\" it=\"\" and=\"\" feedback=\"\" desire=\"\" have=\"\" that=\"\" recognize=\"\" you=\"\" want=\"\" i=\"\" but=\"\" like=\"\" who=\"\" opinions=\"\" positive=\"\" enjoy=\"\" natural=\"\" completely=\"\" your=\"\" of=\"\" all=\"\" a=\"\" make=\"\" feel=\"\" to=\"\" recognition=\"\" need=\"\" t=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen all your work has finally paid off, you shouldn't need anyone's recognition to feel proud! Let's make \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/oregoncounseling.com\/article\/practicing-self-validation\/\"\u003eself-validation\u003c\/a\u003e a habit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAccept ALL of your feelings.\u003c\/strong\u003e It's completely natural to enjoy others' positive opinions of you. Who doesn't like a compliment? But I want you to recognize that it's okay to have that desire for positive feedback. And that it may take a while to learn how to process those comments in a way that doesn't make you reliant on them. You just need to ensure that your emotional state doesn't rest entirely on others' words.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBe mindful of your circumstance.\u003c\/strong\u003e Take a moment to reassess \u003cem\u003ewhy\u003c\/em\u003e you're looking for validation. Are you hoping someone will take notice of you because you've done something impressive? Or are you looking to prove your worth to everyone that doubted you? While these are totally valid feelings, they can't be to sole reason you've taken on your journey. If you have found yourself in that mindset, take some time to dig deeper and find what truly drives you to accomplish your goals.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdjust your behavior.\u003c\/strong\u003e There are a couple of ways you can actively work toward providing your own validation. Start by being kind to yourself. Self-love can give you the confidence to enjoy your success all on your own. Then, acknowledge your own efforts. When you look back at your journey, take note of the challenges you've overcome. Be in awe of yourself! Lastly, be encouraging. Changing your mindset takes time, so don't skip out on offering yourself some encouragement!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFeeling validated yet? It might take some practice, but I know you can do it! Just remember that your successes are just as valid no matter who celebrates them along with you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe incredible artist behind this strap design is Jennifer Nichols, and she created it with such a beautiful message in mind. Here's what she had to say about failure, success, and all the work that happens in between:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe concept of this strap came from a desire to create a reminder that we are each capable of so much more than we sometimes believe. We are flooded (\u003cem\u003ethanks, social media!\u003c\/em\u003e) with the accomplishments of others, and it can be so easy to fall down the rabbit hole of forgetting how much effort goes into those achievements behind the scenes. We can forget just how CAPABLE we truly are!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFear of failure can be paralyzing, for sure, but it can be overcome with the right mindset…and plan! Failure happens, and THAT IS OKAY. Everybody stumbles on the way to their goals. \u003cem\u003eYes, that means that even those super successful people who seem to have mastered their domain will sometimes face setbacks.\u003c\/em\u003e They got where they are because they kept getting up and moving forward whenever they fell.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI hope that wearing this strap helps people through the tougher days. When someone glances at their wrist, I hope that they are reminded that every sacrifice, obstacle, and risk takes them closer to success. I want the vision of their goals to give them enough resolve to persevere when challenges stack up around them. And when they ‘make it’, I want this strap to be a token of celebration and acknowledgment of how amazing that achievement is!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you've made it to the finish line or still face obstacles ahead in your journey to success, this design can help you recognize the amazing steps you've already taken. You deserve to enjoy your success! Look down on this strap and remember that you and an iceberg might just have a few things in common.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv for=\"\" in=\"\" hidden=\"\" is=\"\" data-mobiledoc='{\"version\":\"0.3.2\",\"atoms\":[],\"cards\":[],\"markups\":[[\"a\",[\"href\",\"https:\/\/www.psychologytoday.com\/us\/blog\/addiction-and-recovery\/201907\/stop-seeking-validation-others\"]]],\"sections\":[[1,\"p\",[[0,[],0,\"Humans are complex, and not everyone will understand all the layers of you beyond what you' because=\"\" just=\"\" impressive=\"\" less=\"\" any=\"\" beneath=\"\" iceberg:=\"\" like=\"\" journey=\"\" view=\"\" disappointed=\"\" very=\"\" yourself=\"\" find=\"\" worth=\"\" hard=\"\" make=\"\" look=\"\" when=\"\" enjoy=\"\" entirely=\"\" bit=\"\" every=\"\" with=\"\" happy=\"\" still=\"\" you=\"\" endured=\"\" were=\"\" tears=\"\" sweat=\"\" lot=\"\" a=\"\" earned=\"\" certificate=\"\" copyediting=\"\" even=\"\" or=\"\" further=\"\" took=\"\" classes=\"\" editorial=\"\" countless=\"\" at=\"\" put=\"\" work=\"\" college=\"\" four-year=\"\" my=\"\" dedicated=\"\" hours=\"\" of=\"\" idea=\"\" no=\"\" have=\"\" would=\"\" writing=\"\" here=\"\" sit=\"\" i=\"\" they=\"\" where=\"\" get=\"\" done=\"\" things=\"\" about=\"\" know=\"\" supposed=\"\" outsiders=\"\" are=\"\" how=\"\" so=\"\" and=\"\" requires=\"\" goals=\"\" your=\"\" toward=\"\" from=\"\" often=\"\" before=\"\" came=\"\" that=\"\" all=\"\" but=\"\" success=\"\" see=\"\" can=\"\" others=\"\" world=\"\" the=\"\" to=\"\" presented=\"\" ve=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHumans are complex, and not everyone will understand all the layers of you beyond what you've presented to the world. Others can see the success story, but all that came before is often hidden from view.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWorking toward your goals requires commitment, resilience, and sacrifice, so how are outsiders supposed to know about all the things you've done to get where you are today? Well, they won't.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs I sit here writing this, you would have no idea of the hours I dedicated to my four-year college degree, the work I put in at my university's newspaper, the countless editorial classes I took to further my education, or even the copyediting certificate I earned. A lot of sweat and tears were endured to get to ZOX, to you. And yet, I'm still happy with every bit of my journey.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYour success is entirely for you to enjoy. When you look for \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.psychologytoday.com\/us\/blog\/addiction-and-recovery\/201907\/stop-seeking-validation-others\"\u003evalidation from others\u003c\/a\u003e to make your hard work worth it, you'll find yourself very disappointed. View your journey like the iceberg: what's beneath isn't any less impressive just because others can't see it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv for=\"\" in=\"\" hidden=\"\" is=\"\" data-mobiledoc='{\"version\":\"0.3.2\",\"atoms\":[],\"cards\":[],\"markups\":[[\"a\",[\"href\",\"https:\/\/www.psychologytoday.com\/us\/blog\/addiction-and-recovery\/201907\/stop-seeking-validation-others\"]]],\"sections\":[[1,\"p\",[[0,[],0,\"umans are complex, and not everyone will understand all the layers of you beyond what you' because=\"\" just=\"\" impressive=\"\" less=\"\" any=\"\" beneath=\"\" iceberg:=\"\" like=\"\" journey=\"\" view=\"\" disappointed=\"\" very=\"\" yourself=\"\" find=\"\" worth=\"\" hard=\"\" make=\"\" look=\"\" when=\"\" enjoy=\"\" entirely=\"\" bit=\"\" every=\"\" with=\"\" happy=\"\" still=\"\" you=\"\" endured=\"\" were=\"\" tears=\"\" sweat=\"\" lot=\"\" a=\"\" earned=\"\" certificate=\"\" copyediting=\"\" even=\"\" or=\"\" further=\"\" took=\"\" classes=\"\" editorial=\"\" countless=\"\" at=\"\" put=\"\" work=\"\" college=\"\" four-year=\"\" my=\"\" dedicated=\"\" hours=\"\" of=\"\" idea=\"\" no=\"\" have=\"\" would=\"\" writing=\"\" here=\"\" sit=\"\" i=\"\" they=\"\" where=\"\" get=\"\" done=\"\" things=\"\" about=\"\" know=\"\" supposed=\"\" outsiders=\"\" are=\"\" how=\"\" so=\"\" and=\"\" requires=\"\" goals=\"\" your=\"\" toward=\"\" from=\"\" often=\"\" before=\"\" came=\"\" that=\"\" all=\"\" but=\"\" success=\"\" see=\"\" can=\"\" others=\"\" world=\"\" the=\"\" to=\"\" presented=\"\" ve=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eumans are complex, and not everyone will understand all the layers of you beyond what you've presented to the world. Others can see the success story, but all that came before is often hidden from view.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWorking toward your goals requires commitment, resilience, and sacrifice, so how are outsiders supposed to know about all the things you've done to get where you are today? Well, they won't.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs I sit here writing this, you would have no idea of the hours I dedicated to my four-year college degree, the work I put in at my university's newspaper, the countless editorial classes I took to further my education, or even the copyediting certificate I earned. A lot of sweat and tears were endured to get to ZOX, to you. And yet, I'm still happy with every bit of my journey.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYour success is entirely for you to enjoy. When you look for \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.psychologytoday.com\/us\/blog\/addiction-and-recovery\/201907\/stop-seeking-validation-others\"\u003evalidation from others\u003c\/a\u003e to make your hard work worth it, you'll find yourself very disappointed. View your journey like the iceberg: what's beneath isn't any less impressive just because others can't see it\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv for=\"\" in=\"\" hidden=\"\" is=\"\" data-mobiledoc='{\"version\":\"0.3.2\",\"atoms\":[],\"cards\":[],\"markups\":[[\"a\",[\"href\",\"https:\/\/www.psychologytoday.com\/us\/blog\/addiction-and-recovery\/201907\/stop-seeking-validation-others\"]]],\"sections\":[[1,\"p\",[[0,[],0,\"Humans are complex, and not everyone will understand all the layers of you beyond what you' because=\"\" just=\"\" impressive=\"\" less=\"\" any=\"\" beneath=\"\" iceberg:=\"\" like=\"\" journey=\"\" view=\"\" disappointed=\"\" very=\"\" yourself=\"\" find=\"\" worth=\"\" hard=\"\" make=\"\" look=\"\" when=\"\" enjoy=\"\" entirely=\"\" bit=\"\" every=\"\" with=\"\" happy=\"\" still=\"\" you=\"\" endured=\"\" were=\"\" tears=\"\" sweat=\"\" lot=\"\" a=\"\" earned=\"\" certificate=\"\" copyediting=\"\" even=\"\" or=\"\" further=\"\" took=\"\" classes=\"\" editorial=\"\" countless=\"\" at=\"\" put=\"\" work=\"\" college=\"\" four-year=\"\" my=\"\" dedicated=\"\" hours=\"\" of=\"\" idea=\"\" no=\"\" have=\"\" would=\"\" writing=\"\" here=\"\" sit=\"\" i=\"\" they=\"\" where=\"\" get=\"\" done=\"\" things=\"\" about=\"\" know=\"\" supposed=\"\" outsiders=\"\" are=\"\" how=\"\" so=\"\" and=\"\" requires=\"\" goals=\"\" your=\"\" toward=\"\" from=\"\" often=\"\" before=\"\" came=\"\" that=\"\" all=\"\" but=\"\" success=\"\" see=\"\" can=\"\" others=\"\" world=\"\" the=\"\" to=\"\" presented=\"\" ve=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHumans are complex, and not everyone will understand all the layers of you beyond what you've presented to the world. Others can see the success story, but all that came before is often hidden from view.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWorking toward your goals requires commitment, resilience, and sacrifice, so how are outsiders supposed to know about all the things you've done to get where you are today? Well, they won't.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs I sit here writing this, you would have no idea of the hours I dedicated to my four-year college degree, the work I put in at my university's newspaper, the countless editorial classes I took to further my education, or even the copyediting certificate I earned. A lot of sweat and tears were endured to get to ZOX, to you. And yet, I'm still happy with every bit of my journey.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYour success is entirely for you to enjoy. When you look for \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.psychologytoday.com\/us\/blog\/addiction-and-recovery\/201907\/stop-seeking-validation-others\"\u003evalidation from others\u003c\/a\u003e to make your hard work worth it, you'll find yourself very disappointed. View your journey like the iceberg: what's beneath isn't any less impressive just because others can't see it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv for=\"\" in=\"\" hidden=\"\" is=\"\" data-mobiledoc='{\"version\":\"0.3.2\",\"atoms\":[],\"cards\":[],\"markups\":[[\"a\",[\"href\",\"https:\/\/www.psychologytoday.com\/us\/blog\/addiction-and-recovery\/201907\/stop-seeking-validation-others\"]]],\"sections\":[[1,\"p\",[[0,[],0,\"Humans are complex, and not everyone will understand all the layers of you beyond what you' because=\"\" just=\"\" impressive=\"\" less=\"\" any=\"\" beneath=\"\" iceberg:=\"\" like=\"\" journey=\"\" view=\"\" disappointed=\"\" very=\"\" yourself=\"\" find=\"\" worth=\"\" hard=\"\" make=\"\" look=\"\" when=\"\" enjoy=\"\" entirely=\"\" bit=\"\" every=\"\" with=\"\" happy=\"\" still=\"\" you=\"\" endured=\"\" were=\"\" tears=\"\" sweat=\"\" lot=\"\" a=\"\" earned=\"\" certificate=\"\" copyediting=\"\" even=\"\" or=\"\" further=\"\" took=\"\" classes=\"\" editorial=\"\" countless=\"\" at=\"\" put=\"\" work=\"\" college=\"\" four-year=\"\" my=\"\" dedicated=\"\" hours=\"\" of=\"\" idea=\"\" no=\"\" have=\"\" would=\"\" writing=\"\" here=\"\" sit=\"\" i=\"\" they=\"\" where=\"\" get=\"\" done=\"\" things=\"\" about=\"\" know=\"\" supposed=\"\" outsiders=\"\" are=\"\" how=\"\" so=\"\" and=\"\" requires=\"\" goals=\"\" your=\"\" toward=\"\" from=\"\" often=\"\" before=\"\" came=\"\" that=\"\" all=\"\" but=\"\" success=\"\" see=\"\" can=\"\" others=\"\" world=\"\" the=\"\" to=\"\" presented=\"\" ve=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHumans are complex, and not everyone will understand all the layers of you beyond what you've presented to the world. Others can see the success story, but all that came before is often hidden from view.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWorking toward your goals requires commitment, resilience, and sacrifice, so how are outsiders supposed to know about all the things you've done to get where you are today? Well, they won't.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs I sit here writing this, you would have no idea of the hours I dedicated to my four-year college degree, the work I put in at my university's newspaper, the countless editorial classes I took to further my education, or even the copyediting certificate I earned. A lot of sweat and tears were endured to get to ZOX, to you. And yet, I'm still happy with every bit of my journey.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYour success is entirely for you to enjoy. When you look for \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.psychologytoday.com\/us\/blog\/addiction-and-recovery\/201907\/stop-seeking-validation-others\"\u003evalidation from others\u003c\/a\u003e to make your hard work worth it, you'll find yourself very disappointed. View your journey like the iceberg: what's beneath isn't any less impressive just because others can't see it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eArtist\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eJennifer Nichols\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"ZOX","offers":[{"title":"Small","offer_id":48249557418282,"sku":"12-8-21-WB-SPL-06-s","price":9.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Medium","offer_id":48249557549354,"sku":"12-8-21-WB-SPL-06-m","price":9.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Large","offer_id":48249557680426,"sku":"12-8-21-WB-SPL-06-l","price":9.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0873\/6892\/5482\/files\/BeneaththeSurfaceOutside_0c0f641c-17fb-4f80-a4ed-63fa6c7a0efb.png?v=1714018868"},{"product_id":"she-was-the-storm","title":"She Was The Storm","description":"\u003cdiv data-region=\"main\" data-shogun-variant-id=\"5e449d4a726f0b0067639cdb\" data-shogun-platform-type=\"shopify\" data-shogun-page-version-id=\"5e449d4a726f0b0067639cd7\" data-shogun-page-id=\"5e449d4a726f0b0067639cd8\" data-shogun-site-id=\"7926eac2-5d57-432e-a16a-ab91f79a5215\" data-shogun-id=\"5e449d4a726f0b0067639cd8\" class=\"shogun-root\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"shg-c\" id=\"s-4fa3e472-0cd9-4ad1-a953-bd59349ee3ce\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eStory\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv capture=\"\" data-mobiledoc='{\"version\":\"0.3.2\",\"atoms\":[],\"cards\":[],\"markups\":[[\"em\"]],\"sections\":[[1,\"p\",[[0,[],0,\"Hi y' for=\"\" is=\"\" in=\"\" by=\"\" end=\"\" kind=\"\" how=\"\" are=\"\" things=\"\" going=\"\" well=\"\" my=\"\" got=\"\" a=\"\" new=\"\" papasan=\"\" chair=\"\" living=\"\" and=\"\" it=\"\" speaking=\"\" of=\"\" comfort=\"\" been=\"\" storming=\"\" over=\"\" texas=\"\" week=\"\" or=\"\" so=\"\" i=\"\" know=\"\" about=\"\" but=\"\" love=\"\" the=\"\" stormy=\"\" weather=\"\" always=\"\" gets=\"\" me=\"\" something=\"\" juxtaposition=\"\" chaos=\"\" outside=\"\" to=\"\" coziness=\"\" that=\"\" can=\"\" be=\"\" found=\"\" inside=\"\" those=\"\" ideas=\"\" guess=\"\" through=\"\" came=\"\" this=\"\" strap:=\"\" she=\"\" was=\"\" storm=\"\" went=\"\" lot=\"\" trial=\"\" error=\"\" sure=\"\" you=\"\" see=\"\" beginning=\"\" video=\"\" painterly=\"\" wanted=\"\" normal=\"\" go=\"\" stages=\"\" project=\"\" where=\"\" piece=\"\" just=\"\" does=\"\" not=\"\" look=\"\" way=\"\" want=\"\" your=\"\" job=\"\" figure=\"\" out=\"\" make=\"\" work=\"\" neverending=\"\" task=\"\" trying=\"\" marry=\"\" picture=\"\" have=\"\" head=\"\" actual=\"\" physically=\"\" creating=\"\" think=\"\" same=\"\" said=\"\" we=\"\" all=\"\" fate=\"\" keeps=\"\" dealing=\"\" up=\"\" us=\"\" decide=\"\" react=\"\" do=\"\" let=\"\" circumstance=\"\" overtake=\"\" become=\"\" because=\"\" what=\"\" with=\"\" time=\"\" given=\"\" gandalf=\"\" change=\"\" cards=\"\" dealt=\"\" control=\"\" them=\"\" after=\"\" every=\"\" come=\"\" little=\"\" bit=\"\" stronger=\"\" sometimes=\"\" storms=\"\" feel=\"\" like=\"\" last=\"\" they=\"\" will=\"\" pass=\"\" sun=\"\" brighter=\"\" than=\"\" had=\"\" before=\"\" our=\"\" discover=\"\" powerful=\"\" really=\"\" flowers=\"\" need=\"\" both=\"\" rain=\"\" sunshine=\"\" as=\"\" stated=\"\" gave=\"\" trouble=\"\" glad=\"\" kept=\"\" idea=\"\" enjoyed=\"\" strap=\"\" wild=\"\" these=\"\" styles=\"\" fluxuate=\"\" somehow=\"\" recognized=\"\" art=\"\" fun=\"\" am=\"\" game=\"\" draw=\"\" some=\"\" pretty=\"\" clouds=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHi y'all; how are ya? Things are going well on my end, just got a new papasan chair for my living room, and it is \u003cem\u003eso \u003c\/em\u003ecomfy! Speaking of comfort – it's been storming over Texas for a week or so now, and I don't know about y'all, but I love the rain. Stormy weather always gets me inspired; something about the juxtaposition of the chaos outside to the coziness that can be found inside just gets those ideas flowing, I guess. Through that inspiration, came this strap: She Was the Storm!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis strap was a storm in and of itself; I went through a lot of trial and error (as I'm sure you can see in the beginning of the video haha) before I got to the painterly style I wanted to capture. It's normal to go through stages of a project where the piece just... does not look the way you want it to, and it's your job to figure out how to make it work. Art is a neverending task of compromise; trying to marry the picture you have in your head to the actual piece you're physically creating. I think the same can be said about life; we all go through stages where fate keeps dealing punches, but it's up to us to decide how to react – do we let circumstance overtake us, or do we become stronger because of it?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\"All we have to decide is what to do with the time that is given us.\" - Gandalf\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe can't change the cards we're dealt in life, but we can control what we do with them and after every storm, we can come out a little bit stronger. Sometimes storms feel like they'll last forever, but they will always pass and the sun will always come out just a bit brighter than it had before. Through our storms, we discover just how powerful we really are, and after all, flowers need both rain and sunshine to grow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNow for the strap! As I stated previously, this one gave me a bit of trouble in the beginning, but I'm glad I kept going with the idea I had in my head and by the end of the process, I really enjoyed this style and this strap. Kind of wild how, as artists, we have all these styles we fluxuate between, but somehow it can always be recognized as \u003cem\u003eour\u003c\/em\u003e art. Anyways, I had a lot of fun with this one, and I am always game to draw some pretty clouds haha!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-mobiledoc='{\"version\":\"0.3.2\",\"atoms\":[],\"cards\":[],\"markups\":[],\"sections\":[[1,\"p\",[[0,[],0,\"I hope you enjoyed this strap and I hope the message speaks to you like it did for me! My music recommendation this week is from one of my favorite movies, Xanadu – definitely recommend if you haven' t=\"\" seen=\"\" it=\"\" or=\"\" if=\"\" you=\"\" just=\"\" love=\"\" olivia=\"\" newton-john=\"\" as=\"\" much=\"\" i=\"\" see=\"\" next=\"\" and=\"\" have=\"\" a=\"\" wonderful=\"\" rest=\"\" of=\"\" your=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI hope you enjoyed this strap and I hope the message speaks to you like it did for me! My music recommendation this week is from one of my favorite movies, Xanadu – definitely recommend if you haven't seen it or if you just love Olivia Newton-John as much as I do! See y'all next time, and have a wonderful rest of your day!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChelsea\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eArtist\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eChelsea Tolin\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"ZOX","offers":[{"title":"Small","offer_id":48249523437866,"sku":"6-7-21-WB-14-s","price":9.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Medium","offer_id":48249523536170,"sku":"6-7-21-WB-14-m","price":9.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Large","offer_id":48249523601706,"sku":"6-7-21-WB-14-l","price":9.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0873\/6892\/5482\/files\/shewasthestormoutside_16370430-c6c7-4fe6-b10e-980b16ea893a.png?v=1714018869"},{"product_id":"nothing-to-fear","title":"Nothing To Fear","description":"\u003cdiv data-region=\"main\" data-shogun-variant-id=\"5e449d4a726f0b0067639cdb\" data-shogun-platform-type=\"shopify\" data-shogun-page-version-id=\"5e449d4a726f0b0067639cd7\" data-shogun-page-id=\"5e449d4a726f0b0067639cd8\" data-shogun-site-id=\"7926eac2-5d57-432e-a16a-ab91f79a5215\" data-shogun-id=\"5e449d4a726f0b0067639cd8\" class=\"shogun-root\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"shg-c\" id=\"s-4fa3e472-0cd9-4ad1-a953-bd59349ee3ce\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eStory\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-mobiledoc='{\"version\":\"0.3.2\",\"atoms\":[],\"cards\":[],\"markups\":[[\"em\"]],\"sections\":[[1,\"p\",[[0,[],0,\"Hello, friends! If you' for=\"\" in=\"\" by=\"\" face=\"\" kind=\"\" is=\"\" ve=\"\" been=\"\" a=\"\" member=\"\" of=\"\" the=\"\" zox=\"\" blog=\"\" while=\"\" you=\"\" may=\"\" have=\"\" noticed=\"\" that=\"\" this=\"\" design=\"\" was=\"\" released=\"\" an=\"\" earlier=\"\" year=\"\" chelsea=\"\" she=\"\" shared=\"\" her=\"\" inspiration=\"\" behind=\"\" and=\"\" debuted=\"\" it=\"\" through=\"\" video=\"\" time=\"\" strap=\"\" to=\"\" be=\"\" with=\"\" going=\"\" share=\"\" some=\"\" information=\"\" you:=\"\" very=\"\" first=\"\" i=\"\" ever=\"\" worked=\"\" at=\"\" beautiful=\"\" job=\"\" my=\"\" creative=\"\" test=\"\" during=\"\" application=\"\" process=\"\" from=\"\" exposed=\"\" incredible=\"\" saw=\"\" immediately=\"\" thought:=\"\" wonderland=\"\" otherworldly=\"\" same=\"\" thoughts=\"\" remain=\"\" after=\"\" reading=\"\" realized=\"\" something=\"\" more=\"\" artistic=\"\" exploration=\"\" journey=\"\" read=\"\" snippet:=\"\" will=\"\" always=\"\" things=\"\" afraid=\"\" but=\"\" how=\"\" we=\"\" determines=\"\" what=\"\" life=\"\" live=\"\" being=\"\" brave=\"\" special=\"\" trait=\"\" few=\"\" us=\"\" bravery=\"\" all=\"\" nothing=\"\" fear=\"\" created=\"\" right=\"\" moving=\"\" away=\"\" new=\"\" think=\"\" can=\"\" relate=\"\" as=\"\" well=\"\" anxiety=\"\" comes=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHello, friends! If you've been a member of the ZOX Blog for a while now, you may have noticed that this design was released in an earlier blog this year by Chelsea. She shared her inspiration behind this design and debuted it through a video. Now, it's time for the Strap to be shared with the world!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI'm going to share some information with you: this design was one of the very, very first ones I ever worked on at this beautiful job. Literally! It was in my creative test during my application process. So, from the very start, I was exposed to Chelsea's incredible art.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen I first saw it, I immediately thought: wonderland. It was whimsical, explorative, and otherworldly. The same thoughts remain. Except, after reading Chelsea's first blog on it, I realized it was something more. It was an artistic exploration of the journey through life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you haven't read her blog, here's a snippet: \u003cem\u003eThere will always be things to be afraid of, but how we face that fear determines what kind of life we're going to live. Being brave isn't a special trait that a few of us have, bravery is in all of us, and we have nothing to fear. \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShe'd created this Strap right after moving here, away from her family.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStarting something new – something I think we can all relate to, as well as the anxiety that comes with it!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-mobiledoc='{\"version\":\"0.3.2\",\"atoms\":[],\"cards\":[],\"markups\":[[\"a\",[\"href\",\"https:\/\/www.verywellmind.com\/what-is-the-fear-of-new-things-2671892\"]],[\"a\",[\"href\",\"https:\/\/www.verywellmind.com\/fears-of-failure-and-success-2671684\"]]],\"sections\":[[1,\"h2\",[[0,[],0,\"Trying New Things\"]]],[1,\"p\",[[0,[],0,\"When new experiences arise, it' for=\"\" is=\"\" start=\"\" end=\"\" s=\"\" not=\"\" uncommon=\"\" us=\"\" to=\"\" feel=\"\" a=\"\" little=\"\" bit=\"\" anxious=\"\" about=\"\" breaking=\"\" out=\"\" of=\"\" the=\"\" familiar=\"\" did=\"\" you=\"\" know=\"\" that=\"\" fear=\"\" new=\"\" things=\"\" called=\"\" it=\"\" tends=\"\" appear=\"\" as=\"\" resistance=\"\" change=\"\" or=\"\" complete=\"\" aversion=\"\" taking=\"\" are=\"\" we=\"\" so=\"\" scared=\"\" i=\"\" tend=\"\" possibility=\"\" judgment=\"\" fitting=\"\" in=\"\" come=\"\" with=\"\" usually=\"\" when=\"\" never=\"\" if=\"\" going=\"\" get=\"\" along=\"\" your=\"\" coworkers=\"\" boss=\"\" moving=\"\" place=\"\" elicits=\"\" thoughts=\"\" meet=\"\" anyone=\"\" up=\"\" hating=\"\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTrying New Things\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen new experiences arise, it's not uncommon for us to feel a little bit anxious about breaking out of the familiar. Did you know that the fear of new things is called \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.verywellmind.com\/what-is-the-fear-of-new-things-2671892\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/www.verywellmind.com\/what-is-the-fear-of-new-things-2671892\"\u003eneophobia\u003c\/a\u003e? It tends to appear as the resistance to change or the complete aversion to taking risks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhy are we so scared of change? Well, I know that I tend to fear the possibility of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.verywellmind.com\/fears-of-failure-and-success-2671684\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/www.verywellmind.com\/fears-of-failure-and-success-2671684\"\u003efailure\u003c\/a\u003e or judgment of not fitting in. New things come with uncertainty, usually. When you start a new job, you never know if you're going to get along with your new coworkers or boss. Moving to a new place elicits thoughts like, \"what if I don't meet anyone new?\" or \"what if I end up hating it here?\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-mobiledoc='{\"version\":\"0.3.2\",\"atoms\":[],\"cards\":[],\"markups\":[[\"a\",[\"href\",\"https:\/\/www.psychologytoday.com\/us\/blog\/happiness-in-world\/201004\/trying-new-things\"]]],\"sections\":[[1,\"p\",[[0,[],0,\"As an adult, we' accept=\"\" for=\"\" in=\"\" re=\"\" expected=\"\" to=\"\" change=\"\" as=\"\" a=\"\" normal=\"\" part=\"\" of=\"\" life=\"\" it=\"\" is=\"\" also=\"\" creatures=\"\" so=\"\" the=\"\" acceptance=\"\" may=\"\" come=\"\" with=\"\" bit=\"\" hesitance=\"\" little=\"\" paradoxical:=\"\" expect=\"\" everyone=\"\" be=\"\" okay=\"\" but=\"\" encourage=\"\" wonder=\"\" scary=\"\" try=\"\" new=\"\" not=\"\" unusual=\"\" fear=\"\" stepping=\"\" out=\"\" known=\"\" and=\"\" doing=\"\" something=\"\" can=\"\" you=\"\" greatly=\"\" summon=\"\" up=\"\" possibility=\"\" discovering=\"\" keep=\"\" from=\"\" being=\"\" stuck=\"\" will=\"\" evolve=\"\" challenge=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs an adult, we're expected to accept change as a normal part of life – which, yes, it is. But, we're also creatures of habit, so the acceptance may come with a bit of hesitance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's a little paradoxical: to expect everyone to be okay with change but also encourage routines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo wonder it's scary to try new things!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's not unusual to fear stepping out of the known and comfortable, but sometimes,  doing something new can \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.psychologytoday.com\/us\/blog\/happiness-in-world\/201004\/trying-new-things\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/www.psychologytoday.com\/us\/blog\/happiness-in-world\/201004\/trying-new-things\"\u003ebenefit\u003c\/a\u003e you greatly. For example:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChange can summon courage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt can up the possibility of discovering something new for you to enjoy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt may keep you from being stuck in a rut.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt will encourage you to evolve and challenge yourself.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cdiv is=\"\" step=\"\" in=\"\" data-mobiledoc='{\"version\":\"0.3.2\",\"atoms\":[],\"cards\":[],\"markups\":[[\"a\",[\"href\",\"https:\/\/www.psychologytoday.com\/us\/blog\/fulfillment-any-age\/201703\/10-ways-make-it-through-your-life-s-transitions\"]]],\"sections\":[[1,\"h2\",[[0,[],0,\"First Steps\"]]],[1,\"p\",[[0,[],0,\"As Chelsea previously stated, bravery and courage don' do=\"\" spirit=\"\" muster=\"\" push=\"\" just=\"\" strap=\"\" this=\"\" hope=\"\" i=\"\" to=\"\" meant=\"\" exactly=\"\" play=\"\" everything=\"\" matter=\"\" no=\"\" transformation=\"\" season=\"\" routines=\"\" create=\"\" always=\"\" can=\"\" part=\"\" change=\"\" about=\"\" nothing=\"\" at=\"\" ways=\"\" side=\"\" positive=\"\" challenge=\"\" as=\"\" your=\"\" where=\"\" hold=\"\" may=\"\" that=\"\" memories=\"\" with=\"\" okay=\"\" are=\"\" here=\"\" little=\"\" a=\"\" need=\"\" you=\"\" have=\"\" things=\"\" new=\"\" trying=\"\" is:=\"\" news=\"\" good=\"\" the=\"\" but=\"\" blind=\"\" threatens=\"\" fear=\"\" when=\"\" moments=\"\" be=\"\" will=\"\" there=\"\" fearlessly=\"\" life=\"\" approach=\"\" and=\"\" obstacle=\"\" an=\"\" tackle=\"\" takes=\"\" it=\"\" what=\"\" possess=\"\" all=\"\" we=\"\" air=\"\" thin=\"\" of=\"\" out=\"\" appear=\"\" t=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFirst Steps\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs Chelsea previously stated, bravery and courage don't appear out of thin air. We all possess what it takes to tackle an obstacle and approach life fearlessly. There will be moments when fear threatens to blind us, but the good news is: trying new things doesn't have to be scary.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you need a little assistance, here are a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.psychologytoday.com\/us\/blog\/fulfillment-any-age\/201703\/10-ways-make-it-through-your-life-s-transitions\"\u003efew ways\u003c\/a\u003e to be okay with change:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAppreciate the memories that may hold you where you are\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTreat your fear as a challenge to face\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFocus on the positive side of change\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFind support\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrepare in ways you can\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTake it one step at a time\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere's nothing to fear about change. It is a part of life, and we can always create new routines in the season of transformation. No matter where life takes us, everything will play out exactly as it's meant to. I hope this Strap is just the push you need to muster a spirit of \"I can do this.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou're capable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBe bold,\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLandri\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eArtist\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eChelsea Tolin\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"ZOX","offers":[{"title":"Small","offer_id":48249523241258,"sku":"6-7-21-WB-10-s","price":9.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Medium","offer_id":48249523372330,"sku":"6-7-21-WB-10-m","price":9.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Large","offer_id":48249523405098,"sku":"6-7-21-WB-10-l","price":9.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0873\/6892\/5482\/files\/nothingtofearoutside_1654027c-c67e-420f-af37-4a8556b55589.png?v=1714018869"},{"product_id":"dont-be-a-stranger-blog","title":"Don't Be A Stranger - Blog","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"shogun-root\" data-shogun-id=\"5e449d4a726f0b0067639cd8\" data-shogun-site-id=\"7926eac2-5d57-432e-a16a-ab91f79a5215\" data-shogun-page-id=\"5e449d4a726f0b0067639cd8\" data-shogun-page-version-id=\"5e449d4a726f0b0067639cd7\" data-shogun-platform-type=\"shopify\" data-shogun-variant-id=\"5e449d4a726f0b0067639cdb\" data-region=\"main\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"s-4fa3e472-0cd9-4ad1-a953-bd59349ee3ce\" class=\"shg-c\"\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eStory\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cdiv start=\"\" by=\"\" kind=\"\" open=\"\" in=\"\" for=\"\" is=\"\" data-mobiledoc='{\"version\":\"0.3.2\",\"atoms\":[],\"cards\":[[\"hr\",{}]],\"markups\":[[\"a\",[\"href\",\"https:\/\/practicalpie.com\/the-psychology-of-long-distance-relationships\/\"]],[\"a\",[\"href\",\"https:\/\/www.nbcnews.com\/better\/lifestyle\/how-stay-touch-your-long-distance-friends-ncna995951\"]],[\"strong\"]],\"sections\":[[1,\"p\",[[0,[],0,\"Good morning, my friends!! Did you have a good Christmas? Can you believe it' matter=\"\" us=\"\" bind=\"\" above=\"\" stars=\"\" them=\"\" reach=\"\" bridge=\"\" helps=\"\" awesome=\"\" right=\"\" think=\"\" promise=\"\" relationships=\"\" then=\"\" now=\"\" off=\"\" left=\"\" where=\"\" picked=\"\" same=\"\" felt=\"\" did=\"\" happened=\"\" had=\"\" nothing=\"\" again=\"\" months=\"\" adult=\"\" throughout=\"\" first=\"\" awkward=\"\" if=\"\" checking=\"\" better=\"\" taking=\"\" means=\"\" what=\"\" before=\"\" could=\"\" bit=\"\" yourself=\"\" surround=\"\" decide=\"\" own=\"\" its=\"\" exciting=\"\" last=\"\" want=\"\" friendships=\"\" nurture=\"\" initiative=\"\" whether=\"\" forces=\"\" sorta=\"\" kinda=\"\" school=\"\" made=\"\" basically=\"\" grew=\"\" were=\"\" shared=\"\" she=\"\" words=\"\" few=\"\" these=\"\" amazing=\"\" this=\"\" earlier=\"\" debuted=\"\" art=\"\" strap=\"\" part=\"\" beautiful=\"\" far=\"\" why=\"\" level=\"\" deep=\"\" easily=\"\" alone=\"\" virtually=\"\" there=\"\" about=\"\" hear=\"\" many=\"\" hard=\"\" always=\"\" conversations=\"\" face-to-face=\"\" person=\"\" hang=\"\" vacation=\"\" fly=\"\" or=\"\" meet=\"\" plan=\"\" try=\"\" much=\"\" together=\"\" phsyical=\"\" spending=\"\" cool=\"\" videochat=\"\" through=\"\" talking=\"\" actual=\"\" spend=\"\" aside=\"\" thinking=\"\" heartwarming=\"\" pretty=\"\" needs=\"\" though=\"\" let=\"\" just=\"\" doing=\"\" hope=\"\" you=\"\" miss=\"\" text=\"\" random=\"\" her=\"\" shoot=\"\" photo=\"\" old=\"\" see=\"\" top=\"\" stay=\"\" routine=\"\" into=\"\" scheduling=\"\" time=\"\" during=\"\" changed=\"\" has=\"\" life=\"\" telling=\"\" month=\"\" letter=\"\" grandparents=\"\" write=\"\" maybe=\"\" evening=\"\" tuesday=\"\" friend=\"\" call=\"\" facetime=\"\" apart=\"\" set=\"\" idea=\"\" plans=\"\" both=\"\" figure=\"\" easier=\"\" they=\"\" week=\"\" session=\"\" venting=\"\" hour-long=\"\" others=\"\" while=\"\" every=\"\" need=\"\" people=\"\" how=\"\" than=\"\" journey=\"\" different=\"\" going=\"\" may=\"\" ways=\"\" well=\"\" your=\"\" involved=\"\" party=\"\" reinforce=\"\" help=\"\" will=\"\" everyone=\"\" way=\"\" long=\"\" go=\"\" time-to-time=\"\" from=\"\" chatter=\"\" snippets=\"\" little=\"\" constant=\"\" alive=\"\" still=\"\" bond=\"\" ourselves=\"\" also=\"\" reminds=\"\" love=\"\" important=\"\" check=\"\" even=\"\" busy=\"\" too=\"\" often=\"\" are=\"\" lives=\"\" our=\"\" considering=\"\" it=\"\" touch=\"\" keep=\"\" measures=\"\" take=\"\" actually=\"\" we=\"\" do=\"\" tend=\"\" quickly=\"\" so=\"\" family=\"\" became=\"\" who=\"\" goodbye=\"\" say=\"\" have=\"\" suddenly=\"\" painful=\"\" difficult=\"\" leaving=\"\" planning=\"\" across=\"\" all=\"\" spread=\"\" loved=\"\" between=\"\" distance=\"\" bridging=\"\" trying=\"\" happen=\"\" things=\"\" as=\"\" leading=\"\" board=\"\" next=\"\" today=\"\" friends=\"\" best=\"\" me=\"\" led=\"\" likes=\"\" talk=\"\" small=\"\" make=\"\" forced=\"\" but=\"\" each=\"\" strangers=\"\" those=\"\" some=\"\" to=\"\" position=\"\" comfortable=\"\" exactly=\"\" not=\"\" which=\"\" full=\"\" room=\"\" was=\"\" no=\"\" knew=\"\" at=\"\" up=\"\" showed=\"\" when=\"\" invited=\"\" gotten=\"\" society=\"\" honor=\"\" an=\"\" meeting=\"\" attended=\"\" and=\"\" zone=\"\" comfort=\"\" my=\"\" out=\"\" stepped=\"\" of=\"\" semester=\"\" making=\"\" like=\"\" good=\"\" know=\"\" because=\"\" working=\"\" something=\"\" with=\"\" simply=\"\" that=\"\" someone=\"\" get=\"\" i=\"\" really=\"\" be=\"\" can=\"\" change=\"\" comes=\"\" a=\"\" upon=\"\" year=\"\" new=\"\" the=\"\" until=\"\" days=\"\" more=\"\" two=\"\" almost=\"\" s=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGood morning, my friends!! Did you have a good Christmas? Can you believe it's almost 2022?! Only two more days until the new year is upon us.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith a new year comes change. Change can be really scary, I get it. I'm someone that simply isn't good with change. It's something I'm working on because I know change can be really good. Like making new friends, that's a good change.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMy first semester of college, I stepped out of my comfort zone and attended a meeting for an honor society I'd gotten invited to. When I showed up at the first meeting, I knew no one. I was in a room full of strangers, which was not exactly a comfortable position to be in. Some of those strangers knew each other, but not me. I was forced to make small talk (and no one likes that), but that small talk led to me making some of my best friends today. The next semester, I was on the board with those \"strangers\" leading the honor society as a director.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAmazing things can happen when you're open to trying new things.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLike bridging the distance between you and a loved one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKeeping In Touch\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter graduation, my best friends and I spread apart. Some all across Texas, some planning on leaving the state.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's difficult – painful even, to suddenly have to say goodbye to those who became family so quickly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe tend to say \"don't be a stranger\" when someone's leaving, but do we actually take measures to keep in touch with them? It can be hard, considering each of our lives are often too busy to even check in with ourselves, but it's important to keep in touch with those we love. It reminds not only them but also ourselves that that bond is still alive and well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFriendship doesn't have to be a constant conversation, but little snippets of chatter from time-to-time go a long way – for everyone involved. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/practicalpie.com\/the-psychology-of-long-distance-relationships\/\"\u003eIt will help reinforce each party that they're still involved in your life, as well as theirs.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.nbcnews.com\/better\/lifestyle\/how-stay-touch-your-long-distance-friends-ncna995951\"\u003eHere are some ways \u003c\/a\u003eto keep in touch with those who may be going on a different journey than you in 2022:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDetermine how you and your loved one communicate\u003c\/strong\u003e – Everyone's different, so some people may need to talk every day, while others only need a good hour-long venting session once a week. Once you know how they operate, it'll be easier to figure out how and when you can talk to them, when you both have time.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMake plans to talk \u003c\/strong\u003e– It doesn't have to be every day, but it may be a good idea to set apart time for a FaceTime call with your best friend every Tuesday evening. Or, maybe you can write your grandparents a letter every month telling them how your life has changed during that time. Scheduling it into your routine will help you stay on top of things.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRemind your loved ones that they're on your mind\u003c\/strong\u003e – Sometimes, when I see an old photo of me and my friend (shoutout to Laura), I'll shoot her a random text saying, \"Hey, I miss you. Hope you're doing well,\" just to let her know that even though we don't talk everyday, she's still important to me. Not everyone needs it, but it's pretty heartwarming to know someone's thinking of you.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSet aside time to spend actual time together\u003c\/strong\u003e – Talking through videochat is cool and all, but spending actual, phsyical time together is so much better. Everyone has busy schedules, but try to plan a time when you can meet halfway, or fly out to see them when you have vacation days, so you can hang out with them in person. Face-to-face conversations are always special.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBe there when it matters\u003c\/strong\u003e – Distance is hard for so many reasons, but when you hear from a loved one about something important to them, be there. Virtually or in person, listen, talk, and let them know they're not alone. It will go a long way.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBonds Not Easily Broken\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRelationships of every kind are special, and they bond us on a deep level. That's why it's so difficult to be far from those we love. But, the beautiful part is that we don't have to be far always.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis strap art was debuted earlier this year by the amazing Chelsea, and these are a few words she shared about it:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you were like me, you grew up with friends that were basically made for you. Going to a small school kinda sorta forces you into it whether you like it or not, but as an adult, you have to take the initiative and nurture those friendships that you want to keep so that they last. It's exciting in its own way, too – you get to decide who you surround yourself with a bit more than you could before. This is what \"Don't Be a Stranger\" means to me; taking the time to get to know someone better or checking in with an old friend, even if it's a little bit awkward at first. Throughout my adult life, there were many friends that I didn't talk to for months on end, thinking it'd be awkward to just start talking again like nothing had happened. But when I did check-in, to my surprise, they felt the same and we picked up exactly where we had left off. Don't be a stranger; check in every now and then to keep those relationships that you want in your life – I promise it's not as awkward as you think it'll be.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhoever you're far from right now, I hope this awesome strap helps you bridge the distance and reach out to them. Let you know you're thinking of them. And remember, the stars are always above to bind us. No matter the distance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBe bold,\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLandri\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eArtist\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eChelsea Tolin\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"ZOX","offers":[{"title":"Small","offer_id":48249525109034,"sku":"6-25-21-WB2-03-s","price":9.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Medium","offer_id":48249525338410,"sku":"6-25-21-WB2-03-m","price":9.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Large","offer_id":48249525436714,"sku":"6-25-21-WB2-03-l","price":9.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0873\/6892\/5482\/files\/DON_TBEASTRANGERBLOGOUTSIDE_222713d0-81e7-4c54-aeb9-e4cc6a489cb2.png?v=1714018870"},{"product_id":"open-your-heart","title":"Open Your Heart","description":"\u003cdiv data-region=\"main\" data-shogun-variant-id=\"5e449d4a726f0b0067639cdb\" data-shogun-platform-type=\"shopify\" data-shogun-page-version-id=\"5e449d4a726f0b0067639cd7\" data-shogun-page-id=\"5e449d4a726f0b0067639cd8\" data-shogun-site-id=\"7926eac2-5d57-432e-a16a-ab91f79a5215\" data-shogun-id=\"5e449d4a726f0b0067639cd8\" class=\"shogun-root\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"shg-c\" id=\"s-4fa3e472-0cd9-4ad1-a953-bd59349ee3ce\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eStory\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eI’ve found that when we’re so used to things going wrong, we find it hard to accept when things start to go right. It’s almost as if we feel like we don’t deserve it – anything good, redeeming, or safe. Instead of allowing the world to punish us, we begin to punish ourselves. A friend of mine, no matter how much he wants things to be good, does things to dig himself in a hole further. He finds ways to stay in the darkness, rather than stepping towards the light of the door open for him.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eWhy do we punish ourselves when things are starting to look brighter? We yearn for the good days – when we can laugh and feel safe without worrying about what could go wrong. Yet, when that door opens, we find it hard to step through. I think it’s because we really don’t think we deserve it. We find something to hold onto, just to relish in the pain a little longer. The thing is: if you really want things to get better, you have to let yourself actually enjoy when things \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003edo\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e get better. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eAs this wonderful Card reads, “Open your hands to receive, your eyes to see, and your heart to welcome what’s meant to be.” An opportunity lies at your feet to accept the good things coming your way. I really hope that this ZOX encourages you to let them happen to you. You deserve to be surrounded by all things good. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eBe bold,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eLandri\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eArtist\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eKate Lower\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cb\u003eChild Advisory\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eWARNING: CHOKING HAZARD – Small parts. Not for children under 3 yrs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"ZOX","offers":[{"title":"Small","offer_id":48249595560234,"sku":"6-09-22-WB-2K-08-S","price":11.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Medium","offer_id":48249595920682,"sku":"6-09-22-WB-2K-08-M","price":11.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Large","offer_id":48249596084522,"sku":"6-09-22-WB-2K-08-L","price":11.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0873\/6892\/5482\/files\/OpenYourHeartOutside_07c9b197-6324-47c1-997b-8609a0fc90d1.png?v=1714018871"},{"product_id":"fired-up","title":"Fired Up","description":"\u003cdiv data-region=\"main\" data-shogun-variant-id=\"5e449d4a726f0b0067639cdb\" data-shogun-platform-type=\"shopify\" data-shogun-page-version-id=\"5e449d4a726f0b0067639cd7\" data-shogun-page-id=\"5e449d4a726f0b0067639cd8\" data-shogun-site-id=\"7926eac2-5d57-432e-a16a-ab91f79a5215\" data-shogun-id=\"5e449d4a726f0b0067639cd8\" class=\"shogun-root\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"shg-c\" id=\"s-4fa3e472-0cd9-4ad1-a953-bd59349ee3ce\"\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eStory\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-mobiledoc='{\"version\":\"0.3.2\",\"atoms\":[],\"cards\":[],\"markups\":[[\"em\"]],\"sections\":[[1,\"p\",[[0,[],0,\"Hey y' is=\"\" for=\"\" in=\"\" by=\"\" start=\"\" whatcha=\"\" up=\"\" you=\"\" working=\"\" what=\"\" are=\"\" dreaming=\"\" about=\"\" sure=\"\" whatever=\"\" currently=\"\" as=\"\" amazing=\"\" and=\"\" will=\"\" see=\"\" great=\"\" if=\"\" i=\"\" seem=\"\" more=\"\" than=\"\" it=\"\" because=\"\" am=\"\" should=\"\" be=\"\" too=\"\" incredible=\"\" inspiring=\"\" those=\"\" around=\"\" every=\"\" know=\"\" ever=\"\" told=\"\" how=\"\" came=\"\" to=\"\" work=\"\" zox=\"\" a=\"\" little=\"\" over=\"\" two=\"\" half=\"\" years=\"\" which=\"\" still=\"\" wild=\"\" story=\"\" picture=\"\" young=\"\" illustrator=\"\" with=\"\" the=\"\" second=\"\" year=\"\" of=\"\" college=\"\" under=\"\" her=\"\" belt=\"\" beginning=\"\" worry=\"\" something=\"\" all=\"\" artists=\"\" about:=\"\" going=\"\" make=\"\" living=\"\" doing=\"\" always=\"\" wanted=\"\" an=\"\" some=\"\" or=\"\" but=\"\" when=\"\" entered=\"\" decided=\"\" that=\"\" graphic=\"\" design=\"\" might=\"\" opportunities=\"\" looking=\"\" have=\"\" any=\"\" other=\"\" way=\"\" program=\"\" was=\"\" taught=\"\" me=\"\" where=\"\" without=\"\" knowledge=\"\" during=\"\" this=\"\" contacted=\"\" position=\"\" their=\"\" team=\"\" quite=\"\" my=\"\" dream=\"\" job=\"\" believe=\"\" forward=\"\" here=\"\" able=\"\" live=\"\" create=\"\" art=\"\" day=\"\" long=\"\" lot=\"\" wonderful=\"\" brings=\"\" accomplished=\"\" thus=\"\" far=\"\" your=\"\" journey=\"\" bettering=\"\" ourselves=\"\" our=\"\" we=\"\" can=\"\" lose=\"\" sight=\"\" done=\"\" so=\"\" who=\"\" moment=\"\" thinking=\"\" could=\"\" better=\"\" important=\"\" take=\"\" inventory=\"\" good=\"\" aspects=\"\" life=\"\" present=\"\" constantly=\"\" no=\"\" tomorrow=\"\" were=\"\" mean=\"\" today=\"\" happy=\"\" at=\"\" right=\"\" time=\"\" slows=\"\" appreciate=\"\" things=\"\" hard=\"\" anything=\"\" easy=\"\" look=\"\" back=\"\" past=\"\" works=\"\" critique=\"\" them=\"\" endlessly=\"\" not=\"\" allowing=\"\" yourself=\"\" let=\"\" wait=\"\" celebrate=\"\" get=\"\" fired=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHey y'all; whatcha up to? What're you working on – what are you dreaming about today? I'm sure whatever you're working on currently is as amazing as you are and will see great success! If I seem more \u003cem\u003efired up\u003c\/em\u003e than usual, it is because I am and you should be too – you are incredible and are inspiring those around you every day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI don't know if I've ever told y'all about how I came to work for Zox a little over two and a half years ago; which is still a wild story to me. Picture this, if you will – a young illustrator with the second year of college under her belt and beginning to worry about something all artists worry about: how am I going to make a living doing what I love?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI've always wanted to be an illustrator in some way, shape, or form, but when I entered college, I decided that graphic design might present more opportunities. Looking back, I wouldn't have it any other way – the program I was in taught me a lot, and I couldn't be where I am without that knowledge. During this time, I was contacted by Zox about a position on their team that was, quite literally, my dream job. I couldn't believe it!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFast forward about two and a half years later, and here I am, able to live the dream and create art all day long with a lot of other wonderful people! And this is what brings me to this strap, 'Fired Up' – you should be \u003cem\u003eexcited\u003c\/em\u003e about where you are and all that you've accomplished thus far in your life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSometimes during the journey of bettering ourselves and our crafts, we can lose sight of all that we've done so far – of who we are in the moment. I'm always thinking of how I could be better or how I could improve, but it's important to take inventory of all of the good aspects of life in the present. We're constantly improving, there's no other way about it; we're going to be better tomorrow than we were today – but that doesn't mean we aren't wonderful today. When we start to live more in the present and be happy with where we're at right now, time slows and we can appreciate the things in life that matter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor any creator, it's hard to be 100% happy with anything you make and it's easy to look back on past works and critique them endlessly. When you're constantly thinking, \"oh well, when I'm better at ____, I'll be happy,\" you're not allowing yourself to be happy right now, in the present. Let yourself be happy \u003cem\u003enow\u003c\/em\u003e, you don't have to wait – celebrate where you're at in this moment. Get Fired Up! Get excited!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-mobiledoc='{\"version\":\"0.3.2\",\"atoms\":[],\"cards\":[],\"markups\":[],\"sections\":[[1,\"p\",[[0,[],0,\"This strap was also so fun for me because I have always been a big, big fantasy nerd – swords and dragons are my bread and butter. I hope you enjoyed these storybook-esque dragons and I hope the strap reminds you to be excited; be happy about where you are and all that you' ve=\"\" done=\"\" you=\"\" truly=\"\" and=\"\" deserve=\"\" to=\"\" be=\"\" happy=\"\" now=\"\" celebrate=\"\" yourself=\"\" love=\"\" everything=\"\" that=\"\" are=\"\" catch=\"\" next=\"\" time=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis strap was also so fun for me because I have always been a big, big fantasy nerd – swords and dragons are my bread and butter. I hope you enjoyed these storybook-esque dragons and I hope the strap reminds you to be excited; be happy about where you are and all that you've done. 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The sparkling lily of the valley flowers and colorful mermaids reminds me of all the myths and legends that once enthralled me as a child. While the imaginative world of unicorns and fairies hasn’t stayed with me as an adult, those stories have left their mark.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThe heroes and creatures never enter the story quietly; their inherent powers shine brightly no matter how hard the villains try to obstruct them. As a kid listening to these tales, I would wonder, what hidden powers do I have? I had dreams of flying, turning invisible, or having super strength. Unfortunately, none of those abilities ever appeared. But I was seeing these stories from the wrong perspective.  Each power was a metaphor for something human rather than superhuman. 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Traveling, exploring, and resting with my family. The getaway of it all was a reprieve for me, be it from school or friend drama or just life – it was my favorite. I was truly convinced it was where I was happiest.\"]]],[1,\"p\",[[0,[],0,\"Then, I moved out. Away from my best friends, my family, my puppy, and everything that was so familiar. \"]]],[1,\"p\",[[0,[],0,\"I quickly realized, upon visiting back home, that my true happy place was anywhere I was with my loved ones. No matter where we were, as long as we were together, I was happy. Satisfied. At peace.\"]]]]}'\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHey everyone!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBefore I lived on my own, I thought that my happy place was on vacation. Traveling, exploring, and resting with my family. The getaway of it all was a reprieve for me, be it from school or friend drama or just life – it was my favorite. I was truly convinced it was where I was happiest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThen, I moved out. Away from my best friends, my family, my puppy, and everything that was so familiar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI quickly realized, upon visiting back home, that my true happy place was anywhere I was with my loved ones. No matter where we were, as long as we were together, I was happy. Satisfied. At peace.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv when=\"\" clear=\"\" step=\"\" in=\"\" by=\"\" is=\"\" for=\"\" data-mobiledoc='{\"version\":\"0.3.2\",\"atoms\":[],\"cards\":[[\"hr\",{}]],\"markups\":[[\"a\",[\"href\",\"https:\/\/www.sciencedirect.com\/science\/article\/abs\/pii\/S030105110900235X\"]],[\"strong\"]],\"sections\":[[1,\"p\",[[0,[],0,\"We often associate being happy with feelings of intense joy, having butterflies, or laughing for moments on end, but it can also just be serene, calm, and void of any worry.\"]]],[1,\"p\",[[0,[],0,\"Sometimes, it' myself=\"\" my=\"\" so=\"\" again=\"\" being=\"\" relate=\"\" sure=\"\" spot=\"\" wherever=\"\" house=\"\" cabin=\"\" mountain=\"\" special=\"\" perhaps=\"\" time=\"\" same=\"\" full=\"\" unpredictable=\"\" me=\"\" reminds=\"\" flows=\"\" ebbs=\"\" way=\"\" fluidness=\"\" beauty=\"\" chaotic=\"\" sound=\"\" shore=\"\" along=\"\" crash=\"\" waves=\"\" watching=\"\" water=\"\" looking=\"\" always=\"\" breathe=\"\" moment=\"\" peace=\"\" at=\"\" minds=\"\" go=\"\" where=\"\" all=\"\" ourselves=\"\" center=\"\" need=\"\" artists:=\"\" from=\"\" message=\"\" every=\"\" there=\"\" escape=\"\" remember=\"\" design=\"\" spotlight=\"\" this=\"\" hope=\"\" i=\"\" much=\"\" as=\"\" bring=\"\" really=\"\" up=\"\" keep=\"\" inner=\"\" unlock=\"\" choose=\"\" state=\"\" present=\"\" off=\"\" mind=\"\" takes=\"\" pray=\"\" aside=\"\" set=\"\" yoga=\"\" take=\"\" assistance=\"\" use=\"\" especially=\"\" energy=\"\" our=\"\" invest=\"\" light=\"\" feel=\"\" we=\"\" thing=\"\" best=\"\" calls=\"\" cause=\"\" bit=\"\" zone=\"\" comfort=\"\" of=\"\" norm=\"\" than=\"\" them=\"\" activities=\"\" smile=\"\" make=\"\" who=\"\" those=\"\" extra=\"\" spending=\"\" try=\"\" spin=\"\" head=\"\" life=\"\" friends=\"\" finding=\"\" closer=\"\" get=\"\" through=\"\" work=\"\" helps=\"\" good=\"\" distracts=\"\" lowers=\"\" identifying=\"\" do=\"\" like=\"\" decipher=\"\" yourself=\"\" allow=\"\" various=\"\" trying=\"\" different=\"\" out=\"\" little=\"\" getting=\"\" things=\"\" place=\"\" find=\"\" help=\"\" ideas=\"\" few=\"\" here=\"\" often=\"\" too=\"\" neither=\"\" are=\"\" levels=\"\" your=\"\" joy=\"\" brings=\"\" something=\"\" doing=\"\" about=\"\" thought=\"\" ever=\"\" have=\"\" quickly=\"\" stress=\"\" reduce=\"\" can=\"\" experience=\"\" and=\"\" feeling=\"\" happy=\"\" to=\"\" important=\"\" that=\"\" importance=\"\" the=\"\" you=\"\" makes=\"\" what=\"\" matter=\"\" no=\"\" or=\"\" an=\"\" a=\"\" be=\"\" could=\"\" it=\"\" family=\"\" with=\"\" associated=\"\" necessarily=\"\" not=\"\" s=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe often associate being happy with feelings of intense joy, having butterflies, or laughing for moments on end, but it can also just be serene, calm, and void of any worry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSometimes, it's not necessarily associated with family. For you, it could be a hobby, a place, a job, an activity, or friends. No matter what makes you happiest, the importance is that it does.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn fact, it's so important to be happy \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.sciencedirect.com\/science\/article\/abs\/pii\/S030105110900235X\"\u003ebecause the feeling and experience can reduce stress quickly and easily\u003c\/a\u003e. Have you ever thought about doing something that brings you joy when your stress levels are rising?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMe neither. Well, not too often.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBut here are a few ideas to help you find your happy place when things are getting a little rough:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTry out different hobbies\u003c\/strong\u003e. By trying out various activities, you allow yourself to decipher what it is you like to do and what you don't. Identifying what brings joy and lowers your stress, distracts you in a good way, or helps you work through things can help you get one step closer to finding your happy place.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpend time with friends and family\u003c\/strong\u003e. When life makes your head spin a bit, try spending extra time with those who make you smile. Do different activities with them than the norm and get out of your comfort zone a bit.  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVolunteer with a cause that calls your name\u003c\/strong\u003e. Sometimes, the best thing we can do to feel light and happy is to invest our time and energy in others, especially those that could use help or assistance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInvest in yourself spiritually\u003c\/strong\u003e. Take a yoga class, set aside time to read, meditate, pray – do something that takes your mind off the present and brings you to a state of calm.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhatever it is that you choose to do to unlock your inner happy place, keep it up. It's really important to bring joy to your life as much as you can, and I hope this Spotlight design helps you remember to escape there every once in a while.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBe bold,\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLandri\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHere's a message from our Spotlight artists:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSometimes life can get overwhelming, and we need to center ourselves.  We all have a place where we go to clear our minds and feel at peace.  For me, that place is by the water.  When I need a moment to breathe and reset, I always find myself on the beach, looking out at the water and watching the waves crash along the shore.  There's something about the sound of the waves and the chaotic beauty of the fluidness of the water and the way it ebbs and flows.  It reminds me that life is unpredictable and full of beauty at the same time.  For you, perhaps that special place is a mountain hike, a cabin in the woods, or your grandma's house.  Wherever the spot is for you, I'm sure you can relate to it being a place where you can find yourself again.  So...when I find myself at my happy place, I find myself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eArtist\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eChristene Metz-Manning and Laurel Stone\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"ZOX","offers":[{"title":"Small","offer_id":48249590546730,"sku":"4-28-22-WB-SPTLGHT-02-S","price":9.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Medium","offer_id":48249590743338,"sku":"4-28-22-WB-SPTLGHT-02-M","price":9.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Large","offer_id":48249590874410,"sku":"4-28-22-WB-SPTLGHT-02-L","price":9.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0873\/6892\/5482\/files\/HappyPlaceOutside_a86d7f43-a931-480b-8dba-5c96fb7a4aed.png?v=1714018874"},{"product_id":"we-stick-together","title":"We Stick Together","description":"\u003cdiv data-region=\"main\" data-shogun-variant-id=\"5e449d4a726f0b0067639cdb\" data-shogun-platform-type=\"shopify\" data-shogun-page-version-id=\"5e449d4a726f0b0067639cd7\" data-shogun-page-id=\"5e449d4a726f0b0067639cd8\" data-shogun-site-id=\"7926eac2-5d57-432e-a16a-ab91f79a5215\" data-shogun-id=\"5e449d4a726f0b0067639cd8\" class=\"shogun-root\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"shg-c\" id=\"s-4fa3e472-0cd9-4ad1-a953-bd59349ee3ce\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eStory\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-mobiledoc='{\"version\":\"0.3.2\",\"atoms\":[],\"cards\":[],\"markups\":[],\"sections\":[[1,\"p\",[[0,[],0,\"Happy Thursday, everyone! How' is=\"\" by=\"\" end=\"\" s=\"\" your=\"\" week=\"\" spotlight=\"\" release=\"\" all=\"\" about=\"\" family=\"\" depending=\"\" relationship=\"\" with=\"\" this=\"\" may=\"\" be=\"\" a=\"\" hard=\"\" to=\"\" but=\"\" i=\"\" hope=\"\" you=\"\" stick=\"\" me=\"\" through=\"\" it=\"\" just=\"\" surprise=\"\" the=\"\" of=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHappy Thursday, everyone! How's your week been?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eToday's Spotlight release is all about family. Depending on your relationship with your family, this may be a hard one to read, but I hope you stick with me through it. I may just surprise you by the end of this!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-mobiledoc='{\"version\":\"0.3.2\",\"atoms\":[],\"cards\":[],\"markups\":[[\"em\"],[\"a\",[\"href\",\"https:\/\/www.merriam-webster.com\/dictionary\/family\"]]],\"sections\":[[1,\"h2\",[[0,[],0,\"What Makes A Family \"],[0,[0],1,\"A Family\"],[0,[],0,\"?\"]]],[1,\"p\",[[0,[],0,\"Some of you might say, \\\"my mom, my dad, my siblings, my grandparents, my wife, my partner, my husband, etc.\\\", but I think a lot of us find that as we grow older, and circumstances change, our definition of what constitutes our family changes. \"]]],[1,\"p\",[[0,[],0,\"If you travel over to Merriam-Webster (don' for=\"\" by=\"\" in=\"\" t=\"\" do=\"\" it=\"\" i=\"\" got=\"\" and=\"\" scroll=\"\" a=\"\" this=\"\" treasure=\"\" of=\"\" definition=\"\" group=\"\" things=\"\" related=\"\" common=\"\" you=\"\" think=\"\" those=\"\" call=\"\" does=\"\" that=\"\" fit=\"\" my=\"\" family=\"\" have=\"\" to=\"\" be=\"\" just=\"\" blood-related=\"\" extends=\"\" anyone=\"\" want=\"\" love=\"\" know=\"\" they=\"\" whom=\"\" turn=\"\" when=\"\" get=\"\" rough=\"\" or=\"\" are=\"\" meant=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat Makes A Family \u003cem\u003eA Family\u003c\/em\u003e?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSome of you might say, \"my mom, my dad, my siblings, my grandparents, my wife, my partner, my husband, etc.\", but I think a lot of us find that as we grow older, and circumstances change, our definition of what constitutes our family changes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you travel over to Merriam-Webster (don't do it now, I got you) and scroll a bit, you'll \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.merriam-webster.com\/dictionary\/family\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/www.merriam-webster.com\/dictionary\/family\"\u003efind this treasure of a definition for a family\u003c\/a\u003e:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eA group of things related by common characteristics.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen you think of those you call family, does that definition fit for them?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn my eyes, a family doesn't have to be just blood-related. In fact, I think family extends to anyone you want to be around, you love and know they love you, and whom you turn to when things get rough or when things are meant to be celebrated.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-mobiledoc='{\"version\":\"0.3.2\",\"atoms\":[],\"cards\":[],\"markups\":[[\"a\",[\"href\",\"https:\/\/www.psychologytoday.com\/us\/blog\/being-unlonely\/201906\/finding-connection-through-chosen-family\"]],[\"a\",[\"href\",\"https:\/\/www.betterhelp.com\/advice\/family\/what-is-the-importance-of-family-in-modern-society\/\"]],[\"strong\"],[\"a\",[\"href\",\"https:\/\/www.psychologytoday.com\/us\/blog\/hide-and-seek\/201205\/our-hierarchy-needs\"]]],\"sections\":[[1,\"p\",[[0,[],0,\"This is called: chosen family – those a part of your \"],[0,[0],1,\"\\\"growing network, [that] can help construct a wide foundation support that grows with time.\\\" \"]]],[1,\"p\",[[0,[],0,\"If you don' fill=\"\" by=\"\" is=\"\" for=\"\" in=\"\" t=\"\" have=\"\" a=\"\" great=\"\" relationship=\"\" your=\"\" blood=\"\" okay=\"\" you=\"\" can=\"\" find=\"\" support=\"\" and=\"\" love=\"\" from=\"\" chosen=\"\" are=\"\" people=\"\" will=\"\" come=\"\" into=\"\" life=\"\" spots=\"\" left=\"\" empty=\"\" those=\"\" we=\"\" just=\"\" quite=\"\" connect=\"\" with=\"\" best=\"\" to=\"\" importance=\"\" of=\"\" several=\"\" reasons=\"\" why=\"\" important=\"\" surround=\"\" yourself=\"\" identify=\"\" as=\"\" here=\"\" may=\"\" relate=\"\" allow=\"\" belong=\"\" ever=\"\" heard=\"\" level=\"\" diagram=\"\" described=\"\" the=\"\" being=\"\" inclusion=\"\" it=\"\" feel=\"\" selfish=\"\" want=\"\" be=\"\" loved=\"\" involved=\"\" things=\"\" happening=\"\" around=\"\" but=\"\" basic=\"\" need=\"\" communal=\"\" supposed=\"\" that=\"\" finding=\"\" who=\"\" provide=\"\" fundamental=\"\" families=\"\" help=\"\" financial=\"\" depend=\"\" times=\"\" mind=\"\" turn=\"\" when=\"\" borrow=\"\" lend=\"\" money=\"\" think=\"\" more=\"\" along=\"\" lines=\"\" needing=\"\" place=\"\" switching=\"\" off=\"\" pay=\"\" gas=\"\" road=\"\" etc=\"\" knowing=\"\" someone=\"\" secure=\"\" really=\"\" what=\"\" this=\"\" about=\"\" i=\"\" said=\"\" like=\"\" mean=\"\" celebration=\"\" or=\"\" too=\"\" comes=\"\" many=\"\" forms=\"\" some=\"\" us=\"\" shoulder=\"\" cry=\"\" up=\"\" listening=\"\" distraction=\"\" whatever=\"\" if=\"\" go-to=\"\" person=\"\" group=\"\" hold=\"\" supportive=\"\" hand=\"\" family=\"\" right=\"\" there=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is called: chosen family – those a part of your \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.psychologytoday.com\/us\/blog\/being-unlonely\/201906\/finding-connection-through-chosen-family\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/www.psychologytoday.com\/us\/blog\/being-unlonely\/201906\/finding-connection-through-chosen-family\"\u003e\"growing network, [that] can help construct a wide foundation support that grows with time.\" \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you don't have a great relationship with your blood family, that's okay. You can find support and love from your chosen family. There are people that will come into your life that will fill spots left empty by those that we just didn't quite connect with. Sometimes, it's best to love people from afar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Importance of Family\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere are several reasons why it's important to surround yourself with those you identify as family. Here are a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.betterhelp.com\/advice\/family\/what-is-the-importance-of-family-in-modern-society\/\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/www.betterhelp.com\/advice\/family\/what-is-the-importance-of-family-in-modern-society\/\"\u003efew\u003c\/a\u003e you may relate to:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFamilies allow you to belong to something\u003c\/strong\u003e – Ever heard of Maslow's \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.psychologytoday.com\/us\/blog\/hide-and-seek\/201205\/our-hierarchy-needs\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/www.psychologytoday.com\/us\/blog\/hide-and-seek\/201205\/our-hierarchy-needs\"\u003eHierarchy of Needs\u003c\/a\u003e?  There's a level on that diagram that is described as \"social\", the need for being loved, belonging, and inclusion. It can feel selfish to want to be loved and involved in things happening around you, but really, it's a basic level of need. We're a communal species; we're supposed to want that. Finding people who provide that for you are important on a fundamental level.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSome families may help provide financial security\u003c\/strong\u003e – Sometimes, we need people to depend on in times of need. Your mind may turn to when people borrow\/lend money to someone, but think more along the lines of needing a place to stay, switching off to pay for gas on a road trip, etc. Knowing you can depend on someone to help you feel secure is really what this is about.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFamilies support one another\u003c\/strong\u003e – Earlier, I said that I feel like families mean that you can turn to someone in times of celebration or heartache; that's what I mean here too. Support comes in many forms. Some of us need a shoulder to cry on, help up the stairs, a listening ear, or a distraction. Whatever it is, if there's a go-to person (or group of people) for you when you're happy, sad, hurting, or struggling, hold onto that supportive hand. That's family right there.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv for=\"\" is=\"\" data-mobiledoc='{\"version\":\"0.3.2\",\"atoms\":[],\"cards\":[],\"markups\":[[\"em\"]],\"sections\":[[1,\"p\",[[0,[],0,\"I obviously don' good=\"\" through=\"\" elephants-=\"\" people=\"\" worn=\"\" be=\"\" can=\"\" strap=\"\" creatures=\"\" intelligent=\"\" such=\"\" world=\"\" left=\"\" after=\"\" time=\"\" long=\"\" place=\"\" resting=\"\" last=\"\" their=\"\" visiting=\"\" passed=\"\" that=\"\" mourn=\"\" little=\"\" protect=\"\" related=\"\" actually=\"\" not=\"\" are=\"\" some=\"\" though=\"\" even=\"\" close=\"\" like=\"\" elephant=\"\" describes=\"\" together=\"\" van=\"\" nina=\"\" the=\"\" from=\"\" note=\"\" a=\"\" love=\"\" another=\"\" fight=\"\" stick=\"\" it=\"\" with=\"\" card=\"\" spotlight=\"\" this=\"\" as=\"\" them=\"\" hold=\"\" peace=\"\" bring=\"\" who=\"\" those=\"\" find=\"\" when=\"\" whole=\"\" makes=\"\" choosing=\"\" bad=\"\" never=\"\" heard=\"\" and=\"\" feel=\"\" make=\"\" always=\"\" they=\"\" you=\"\" surrounding=\"\" system=\"\" support=\"\" incredible=\"\" an=\"\" have=\"\" hope=\"\" i=\"\" but=\"\" situation=\"\" family=\"\" your=\"\" what=\"\" know=\"\" t=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI obviously don't know what your family situation is like, but I hope you have an incredible support system surrounding you. I hope they always make you feel loved, special, seen, and heard. I hope you never feel bad for choosing what makes you feel whole.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnd when you find those who bring you peace and joy, hold onto them. As this incredible Spotlight card states, \"Sticking with family is what makes it family.\" Stick together. Fight for one another. And always love together.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHere's a note from the Spotlight artist, Nina Van Oordt:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eWe stick together describes an elephant herd, as they stick together like a close family, even though some are not actually related. They protect the little ones, and they mourn the ones that passed away, even visiting their last resting place for a long time after they left this world (they’re such intelligent creatures \u0026lt;3). This strap can be worn with the people you -like the elephants- stick with like family through the good and bad times.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBe bold,\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLandri\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eArtist\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eNina Van Oordt\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"ZOX","offers":[{"title":"Small","offer_id":48249590710570,"sku":"4-28-22-WB-SPTLGHT-03-S","price":9.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Medium","offer_id":48249591071018,"sku":"4-28-22-WB-SPTLGHT-03-M","price":9.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Large","offer_id":48249591169322,"sku":"4-28-22-WB-SPTLGHT-03-L","price":9.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0873\/6892\/5482\/files\/WeStickTogetherOutside_d538c8a1-9b70-47e6-b5fe-bb8ae8f2e513.png?v=1714018874"},{"product_id":"make-you-own-luck","title":"Make Your Own Luck","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"shogun-root\" data-shogun-id=\"5e449d4a726f0b0067639cd8\" data-shogun-site-id=\"7926eac2-5d57-432e-a16a-ab91f79a5215\" data-shogun-page-id=\"5e449d4a726f0b0067639cd8\" data-shogun-page-version-id=\"5e449d4a726f0b0067639cd7\" data-shogun-platform-type=\"shopify\" data-shogun-variant-id=\"5e449d4a726f0b0067639cdb\" data-region=\"main\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"s-4fa3e472-0cd9-4ad1-a953-bd59349ee3ce\" class=\"shg-c\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eStory\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eIt’s funny how when we see something amazing happen to someone, we often say, “Wow, you’re so lucky.” Though we don’t usually take into account what has happened to them previously, before this “lucky” moment, that may have prepared them for this open opportunity. Whether someone is “lucky” or not really depends on our perception of what’s happening for someone. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eWhen we prepare ourselves for any outcome, and then an opportunity presents itself for our preparation to take action, we consider ourselves lucky. When, in reality, we really just had equipped ourselves with the right tools to take advantage of the moment presented before us.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThis all goes to say that it’s important to prepare yourself for anything – mentally, emotionally, and physically. 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I never really give much of a second thought to breathing out of my nose, but when I can't, it becomes all I can think about.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBut that's pretty common for us, isn't it? We don't really think about it until we no longer have it.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKindness, to me, is a great example of that. It's easy to just expect it when life is good, right? We're all in a great mood, why not be kind? \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBut when things get tough, a kind person is like a light in the darkness - they stand out.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThat's my hope for this stunning ZOX: That it encourages you to be kind - to show empathy and encouragement to others when they're going through a hard time, the same way as you would hope it'd be shown to you. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBig Hugs!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJason\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"ZOX","offers":[{"title":"Small","offer_id":48249725649194,"sku":"11-17-23-WB-ORD-0224-1-1K-03-S","price":10.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Medium","offer_id":48249725845802,"sku":"11-17-23-WB-ORD-0224-1-1K-03-M","price":10.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Large","offer_id":48249726009642,"sku":"11-17-23-WB-ORD-0224-1-1K-03-L","price":10.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0873\/6892\/5482\/files\/DarkSkiesBrightStarsOutside_eb2066c1-4497-4e96-b9d7-4eadfc4102dc.webp?v=1714018885"}],"url":"https:\/\/zox-labs.myshopify.com\/collections\/blog-release.oembed","provider":"ZOX DEV Labs","version":"1.0","type":"link"}