The Summer Slowdown: The Quiet Place
The Rebellious Systems "Slowdown" — Issue #9 | August 2024
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It’s officially August, y’all! Love Island USA is over, school is getting ready to start again, and there’s no telling how much longer we’ll be living in this heat.
I’m celebrating three years of Type C Creative this month, which is really exciting and kind of hard to believe! I’ve got some fun things to share with you before the month ends — stay tuned!
In the meantime, my email organization service is going up in price starting August 15 (from $100 to $311). If you’re overwhelmed by your inbox, reach out to see if this service is for you! Learn more here.
Peace, love and faaaawkkkk Aaron,
Andrea
📝 3 Things
Three things to check out…
The Power of Silence
What do you think about silent traveling? I’m considering doing a silent retreat for my birthday this year but part of me thinks I would lose my mind.
I’d love to test the waters by taking silent walks 2-3x/week. Going for my daily walk without the comfort/distraction of music or podcast. Where can you embrace a little bit of silence this month?
My New ‘Focus’ Tool
I finally caved and purchased a set of Loops. I’m pretty sensitive to noise, especially when I’m working, and I don’t always want to use my noise-cancelling headphones. These are a pretty solid solution to avoid overstimulation and distractions, both at home and in public — especially at my coworking space and the grocery store. I got the Engage 2 Plus pair.
Join a free, virtual craft circle!
✂️ As crafters, we have a lot of craft supplies and project ideas but we often don’t make time to work on these projects.
✂️ Dust off your Works in Progress or bring a new project and make time for yourself and your art!
✂️ You’ll meet new crafty friends and share what you’ve been working on.
✂️ Learn what others are making as well as get some tips for your project.
✂️ Any and all types and levels of craft are welcome!
🤓 Good Reads
I haven’t been keeping up with newsletters much recently but I did read How to Solve Your Own Murder in two sittings after waiting 10 weeks for it to be available on Libby. 10/10 recommend!
Before the summer ends, try to read something for fun/entertainment 📚
Got any book recs for me?
That’s all folks❣️ If you have a resource or event you’d like to share with Rebellious Systems subscribers in the next edition of The Slowdown, please reach out.
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My name is Andrea (On-Dray-Uh) Reeves (she/her), I’m the founder and systems strategist behind Type C Creative.
I’m a biracial, Black, aroace woman with ADHD and OCD. I’m an unapologetically atypical human who runs my own business on vibes, values, and good systems that meet me where I am.
I work with fellow neurodivergent, queer, and creative solopreneurs who are ready to find simpler, more compassionate and intuitive ways of running their businesses.