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Bob Simmons's avatar

I needed to hear this!

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The Dude Does 4x5's avatar

That’s a piece of inspiring advice! Some things I’ve been telling myself for years, some I even started doing (momentarily). I should pin this post somewhere and look at it in the morning ;-)

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Zac's avatar

Exactly what I needed to hear as I think about going out on my own as a product manager/designer 🙂

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Paul Morin's avatar

I like it.

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Dale Weeks's avatar

Loved this. You nailed something I’ve been circling around for a while. I’ve got a piece coming Tuesday that’s in a similar headspace—different tone, but same heartbeat. I'm all about showing up and doing it for yourself 🙏🙌

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Lucy Lumen's avatar

Thanks for reading! I’ll be sure to look out for your piece as I know it will be awesome!

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Sophie P's avatar

Ha I love how positive your writing and whole vibe is, like a cheerleader to drown out our inner critic! Thanks for the reminder to take some risks 🖤

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Lucy Lumen's avatar

Thank you so much! That’s incredible to hear and I love being a positive force on the internet for creatives. :)

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ʞrys's avatar

the "How you’ll feel when you start choosing yourself" photo alone is incentive to go out there and be a badass

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Lucy Lumen's avatar

Haha thankyou so much! It’s all about getting out there and projecting that vibe and the more you do it the more your confidence will naturally build. Appreciate you reading - thank you! :)

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Frank Di Luzio's avatar

I have come to this conclusion on my own after trying the 'please notice me' routine. Now I am my own best fan. I followed your advice, Lucy (not ur real name, right?), and an hour later I started a substack. I might find the right audience, after all. Also, I understand Seth because of your introduction to it. I don't think it would have impacted me at all otherwise. Reading your blogs/videos has helped me understand many aspects of my journey. Thank you.

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Lucy Lumen's avatar

Wow - thanks so much Frank! I’m so pleased to hear this and excited that you are on substack too! Seth Godin is amazing and has great advice for creatives. Looking forward to sharing more helpful things on here and on YouTube. Talk soon :)

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Mike's avatar

This was a great read Lucy 🙌👏

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Lucy Lumen's avatar

Thank you Mike! Apprecite that and hope you have a great weekend ahead

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Mike's avatar

Thank you! You too

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Seth Werkheiser's avatar

“start the narrative” YESSSS. This is who I am, this is what I do.

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Lucy Lumen's avatar

YES SETH! You have a great narrative and you are exactly what I'm talking about when it comes to showing up and making it happen for yourself. Thanks for reading :)

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Adam Czarnowski's avatar

Inspirational, see my response!

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