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What is the bravest thing you've ever said?

Help

Asking for help isn't giving up. It's refusing to give up.

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When the big things feel out of control …

focus on what you love right under your nose.

This storm will pass

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These are lessons I'm learning actively.

And they're from a book I've been reading: The Boy, the Mole, the Fox and the Horse by Charlie Mackesy. It's both a refreshing and an emotional read.

As I begin to dive deeper into unknown areas in my work, and let go of my boundaries voluntarily or not, things begin to feel more out of my control.

At the same time, it's showing me the things I value most.

I'm still on my journey of finding calm.

I've also been carrying this book around with me these past few days to re-read sections or just to take pause.

If you feel the same or want to see empathy and care for others, I wanted to share this with you.

📚 Read the book

I also watched the animated short film adaptation of the book on Apple TV+ when it first came out in 2022.

So far this week, I have re-watched it with my family almost every day.

📺 Watch the film

I'm curious to hear how you found this book or film. LMK

How are you doing this week?

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Most of the old moles I know wish they had listened less to their fears and more to their dreams.

Here's to listening to our dreams.

Enjoy,

Matt

mattcici.com