First things first.
Brevis aculeus pessimismi valet dum potens viverra spe latuit.
(The short sting of pessimism prevails while the powerful pull of optimism goes unnoticed.) -Morgan Housel
In this newsletter:
Praxis Work: Final week of applied Copywriting
Reading: The Psychology of Money
Youth Group: Habit 3: First Things First
Art of the Week: Julia
Praxis Work
This week I wrapped up all of the project into one neat post. My goal was to A) get a copywriting client or B) write an email sequence for a local business if “A” didn’t happen. Unfortunately, I was unable to find a client, which is to be expected after only a couple of weeks of prospecting, but it is still disappointing.
So, to cap off the project, I created an email sequence for Cycopath Studios, a local fitness studio. These emails are very similar to the ones that I wrote in my marketing module. They were so much easier and better this time.
Praxis Reading
We finished The Psychology of MoneyI by Morgan Housel this week, and I have to say, it is truly a great book. From breaking down his points in the form of stories to the recap chapter, I would highly recommend Housel’s book.
I liked the chapter that talks about risk and the price of investing. I think many people are scared of investing because they see it as unstable and dangerous, but just like anything else, there is a payment to invest. Emotionally, we pay when our investments look like they might be falling, but we sometimes pay financially as well.
It’s important to remember that that is just a part of the world of investing, and not to pull ourselves out of it completely if we see that payment happening.
Youth Group
We continued going through Sean Coney’s Seven Habits of the Highly Effective Teen this week. Habit 3, "Put First Things First," emphasizes the importance of organization and prioritization in managing time effectively. Drawing from the analogy of packing a bag efficiently, the habit highlights the need to allocate time for activities based on their importance and urgency. The time quadrants model distinguishes between important tasks contributing to long-term goals and urgent tasks demanding immediate attention. Quadrant 1 represents tasks that are both urgent and important, requiring prompt action but potentially leading to stress and burnout if overemphasized. Quadrant 2 focuses on important but not urgent tasks, advocating for proactive planning and time management to avoid last-minute rushes.
In contrast, Quadrants 3 and 4 involve activities that are urgent but not important, and neither urgent nor important, respectively. Quadrant 3, known as "The Yes-man," reflects the tendency to prioritize others' demands over personal goals, leading to a lack of discipline and a reputation for people-pleasing. Quadrant 4, represented by "The Slacker," encompasses wasteful and excessive activities, highlighting the importance of moderation and redirecting time towards more meaningful pursuits. Strategies for optimizing time management include reducing procrastination, learning to say no to unimportant tasks, and balancing relaxation with productivity. Weekly planning, supported by tools like planners, facilitates prioritization and ensures focus on important tasks, ultimately leading to greater efficiency and reduced stress.
Art of the Week
This week I drew Julia from my Praxis cohort!
If you want to see more artwork from me, including more progress photos of the art above, check out my Instagram page, Lucid Ace Art.
That’s all for this week. Thanks for reading!