Here are 10 finds that I thought might trigger your curiosity this month:
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A wonderful quote I’ve come across this week from Friedrich Nietzsche, about his stance on how there’s no single, universal truth or “right way” to live:
‘You have your way. I have my way. As for the right way, the correct way, and the only way, it does not exist.’
Source: Friedrich Wilhelm Nietzsche, Thus Spoke Zarathustra.
II.
Q&A: In the Q&A of this month, I answered a reader’s question about why I chose this medium for expressing my creativity.
III.
My year in review: This year, I’ve learned that loving the practice—the daily work, even the boring, repetitive bits—can bring real happiness, both before and after you achieve what you’ve been chasing. When you enjoy the process, not just chase the goal, you stay motivated and fulfilled. Much like planting a seed and enjoying each stage of its growth. If you love the work, you’ll see the results later. Read on for my full year in review.
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A small ask: If you’ve been enjoying the newsletter, I’d love it if you could share it with others who might appreciate it. I only ask once a year, and your support makes a difference! Thank you!
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What this community loved: I dug through the archives (and the click stats 👀) to find the Tiny Bits that you loved most this year. These 10 little gems were the most clicked, shared, and responded to—basically, your faves. So here they are: 10 Favorite Tiny Bits, Picked by You.
VI.
One of the latest reviews I received from a reader for the book What Happened To You?:
I highly recommend listening to the audiobook instead of reading the book. As the book is basically one conversation between Oprah and Dr. Perry, the audio definitely adds something to the experience. I’m a big fan of reading personal stories but I probably like it even more how they have intertwined the science into it, making it a fun and informative read – guiding you through it. I also like the attempt to make mental health more accessible to the public – removing barriers to talking about it. This is one of those books that is not necessarily a piece of literature, yet it belongs to everyone’s bookshelf. While it may not achieve absolute perfection, I find it deserving of a solid four out of five stars, a testament to its contribution to humanity.
—Sem
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A cool video: British art critic and curator David Sylvester in 1969 on the BBC show The Visual Scene (the “Playing it Cool” episode) talking about the social pressure artists can feel when being in the public eye.
VIII.
Learning languages: Being exposed to the language you’re trying to learn is often seen as the ultimate way to learn a foreign language. But what if you’re in your own country, not being exposed to it everyday? I’ve been using Italki.com for a while now. You can meet people online and talk with them for only 5 dollars an hour. It’s a very nice way to meet people and practice more. (Note: I’ve no affiliation with them).
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Fun fact of this month: Cows produce more milk when they listen to relaxing music– studies have shown that classical music can help them produce more.
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In the spotlight this month:
Gabriëlle Kok, 2017, acryl op linnen 40 x 50 cm
Collectie Gabriëlle Kok, Schiedam, by Neel Korteweg
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