Dear Graduate,
Welcome to the world, and if you’re a recent graduate school grad, welcome back!
Although this may not have been the most ideal situation to graduate into, don’t feel discouraged. You’ve accomplished so much, making sacrifices to pursue higher education, and change the world. Your knowledge and memories can’t be taken away, and through this difficult time, you will build your character, and fuel your future in a different way. Stay determined because the world actually needs you now, more than ever — and this newsletter is here to help. We all crave our place in the world, and I am hoping to bring you resources and sources of inspiration that can help move you forward in your search for work, and love.
What is “The Search Scene”?
Psychologist Sigmund Freud once said, “Love and Work. Work and Love. That’s All There Is.”
As a Millennial, most of my time is spent at work and with people I love. But also, this means I tend to have major anxiety about my relationship/dating life, and equal anxiety about my career. Add a global pandemic on top of that, and you can only imagine how many bottles of wine I’ve finished (Cheers, btw). I understand this pandemic has turned everything upside down for everyone, and so I wanted to provide something of comfort for those struggling in these areas of work and love. Look, life isn’t always smooth sailing, but when we start our search for the right place/scene, we get closer to our calling, even if we have to be physically apart.
When I search for the right “scene” for work, I’m looking for a place that:
Sparks innovation
Creates community
Energizes me as a leader
Nods to opportunity
Encourages me to DO the best I can
When it comes to love, the same type of framework applies. I’m looking for a partner that:
Speaks truthfully
Creates memories with me
Expects and gets respect
Never gives up when times are tough
Encourages me to BE the best I can
…and so, join me on this journey of searching for the right scene. Whether that means looking for the right type of work or partner, now is the time to search and reflect on where your true place in work and/or partner is.
With Love,
The Search Scene