Journaling Idea - On Holding Things Lightly.

If we've been using our hands as metaphors for centuries, can you imagine a different metaphor for living with the different ideas, projects, relationships, identities in your mind?

If we start with a handful of ideas, where do we go from here?

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Zach Beauvais

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Sep 2, 2021

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Zach helps stoic design experiences for mental and emotional wellness, creating guided meditations, mindful walks, and journaling prompts rooted in Stoic philosophy. He also serves as Marketing Director at Cornell’s ILR School, where he helps leaders clarify their purpose and turn ideas into content that engages students, faculty, and collaborators. With over 15 years of experience in storytelling, community building, and content strategy, Zach brings both creativity and clarity to his work. Outside of writing and strategy, he enjoys photography, making coffee, and carving spoons, bowls, and cups from green wood.

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