I think I'm in a weird portal where I know so many people that have climbed El Cap that while I'm very proud of it, I also feel it's weird to write about it because in some ways its NBD to parts of my community. Clearly I need to get over that!
I entirely hear you Elizabeth! I'm a process gal too. Part of the struggle is that I think we are engrained to believe that if you just do the steps (process) the craft will follow. And I don't think that is wrong, but I don't think it's the whole picture. The tangible example I try and use relates to my climbing. If I just show up and put in the work, there's this assumption that I will get stronger and better. And while that's true, there's a limit. Focusing on the craft or technique matters a lot. I've been trying to think about how to frame that up in other parts of my life lately!
I thoroughly enjoyed this edition, Cris. Go you! You raise such a great point, Cris, about miracle years. As someone on the other end of the journey, I like your concept of craft(ing) a wonderful year ahead. And I am here to tell you that these years do repeat over the decades. They are life's highs - there to get through the slump years. But I also believe that we need down years or consolidation years before a mega-miracle year, much as a baby sleeps before a growth spurt.
Karena - your example and mentorship have incredible. Thank you for being you! I love the framing that we need the consolidation years for the mega years. And as a mom whose kiddo is NOT sleeping, which I hope is because she's about to start walking - I HEAR YOU!
Another amazing work of words. Now, can you write about El Cap please. Oh, and send those Miracle Year vibes my wayyyyy💥. Keep crushing
I think I'm in a weird portal where I know so many people that have climbed El Cap that while I'm very proud of it, I also feel it's weird to write about it because in some ways its NBD to parts of my community. Clearly I need to get over that!
Do it for the Midwesterners.
Fascinating Cris. I'm a process gal ALL THE WAY. I honestly struggle to understand the other two frameworks. Can't wait to learn from you ✨
I entirely hear you Elizabeth! I'm a process gal too. Part of the struggle is that I think we are engrained to believe that if you just do the steps (process) the craft will follow. And I don't think that is wrong, but I don't think it's the whole picture. The tangible example I try and use relates to my climbing. If I just show up and put in the work, there's this assumption that I will get stronger and better. And while that's true, there's a limit. Focusing on the craft or technique matters a lot. I've been trying to think about how to frame that up in other parts of my life lately!
I love this approach and look forward to learning with you 🤟
Thanks for sharing our HBR article, Cris!
Definitely in the "no shit" category of science!
I am so damn proud of you and the work you are doing Molly! Keep it up mujer!
cris, i'm glad you find the 'lil fraîche taxonomy useful. it's really interesting to see how you applied it. thanks for reading it and caring!
I thoroughly enjoyed this edition, Cris. Go you! You raise such a great point, Cris, about miracle years. As someone on the other end of the journey, I like your concept of craft(ing) a wonderful year ahead. And I am here to tell you that these years do repeat over the decades. They are life's highs - there to get through the slump years. But I also believe that we need down years or consolidation years before a mega-miracle year, much as a baby sleeps before a growth spurt.
Karena - your example and mentorship have incredible. Thank you for being you! I love the framing that we need the consolidation years for the mega years. And as a mom whose kiddo is NOT sleeping, which I hope is because she's about to start walking - I HEAR YOU!
Wishing you luck with the walking phase! They just keep moving faster and further and you find yourself chasing them 20 years later.