Hey there,

This one will be short.

I decided to take a little break to gather my thoughts and settle into my new routine. I'll be honest, I did not have much time or mental capacity to write, draw, or create this month outside of necessary work. But that's okay. Sometimes we need to take it easy and compromise with ourselves on what we need, want, and are capable of doing.

I've always believed that the act of creating matters more than what comes out of it. Lately, though, my routine has changed enough that the way I've been putting this newsletter together doesn't really work anymore. It's started to feel rushed. And since I genuinely love writing these, I don't want that to turn into something I just check off a list. So a small break felt like the right way to shake things up and find a system that actually fits my life right now.

But don't you worry; I have many drafts to explore, fun sketches to play with, and facts to share, all tucked away in my folders. They just need to be put together and polished. So, the break will not be long.

Don't miss me)

And remember to take it easy and take a break when you feel like you need it. Don't feel like you need to earn it. Listen to your body and take care of yourself, especially as cold weather comes around.

Be right back!

— Zhenia