# Sun RAEs Vol. 41 *I had to call Monroe for this one given I had a recent moments of Imposter Syndrome in this past week. She has some advise which is going to * By [Blossom Network](https://paragraph.com/@blossom) · 2023-08-20 --- Welcome to Sun RAEs, a blog series dedicated to creating a learning experience for our audience via the exploration of creativity, life, technology, and gamification. **Contents** ------------ 1. **This week’s AI Drawing** 2. [**Weekly Random Acts of Evolution**](https://47balance.substack.com/i/136250894/weekly-random-acts-of-evolution) **- Moments meant to focus on personal growth** 3. [**Between Space and Time**](https://47balance.substack.com/i/136250894/between-space-and-time) **- Tech Exploration** 4. [**Aesthetics of the Week**](https://47balance.substack.com/i/136250894/aesthetics-of-the-week) **- A few creative ideas we’ve seen for the week** 5. [**Chaotic Explorations**](https://47balance.substack.com/i/136250894/chaotic-explorations) **- Useful Links of the week** 6. [**Gentei Kaijo**](https://47balance.substack.com/i/136250894/gentei-kaijou) **- Featured A.I. Author** 7. [**Clumsy King Dropping Gems**](https://47balance.substack.com/i/136250894/clumsy-king-dropping-gems) **- Tip of the week (Tweets)** 8. [**Chaotic Vibrations**](https://47balance.substack.com/i/136250894/chaotic-vibrations) **- Music of the week** #### This week’s AI Drawing ![](https://storage.googleapis.com/papyrus_images/9ca6d2164b7750a2c2372670352a953b.png) **Imposter Syndrome** ### **Weekly Random Acts of Evolution** After the 12 weeks of Lewis Hamilton’s Masterclass, we took a journey to developing a Winning Mindset. I learned a lot including the importance of loving yourself and how that can make you the best version of yourself to then be able to succeed. Lewis Hamilton also highlighted that despite being the 8-time world champion (that’s right, 8), there are still many moments of him having imposter syndrome. In those moments, he has to appreciate his journey more and remind himself of how far he has come. This week, I want to further explore how to cope with imposter syndrome. It happens to the best of us and I think now more than ever, it can be difficult to cope when there is even more pressure to show up than ever before. The microwave society that we have evolved into has led to an atmosphere of “What have you done for me lately?” Even as a sports player, you could win the championship today and the next day, they are already doubting your ability to do it again. There’s barely time taken to celebrate one another. This is something that impacts me as well. Every day, I feel like from I’m starting 0 with everything. There’s nothing wrong with starting fresh. But it discredits the progress and growth made the days before. Why do I think that everything I did before no longer matters? This works well when trying to rebound from a lost moment but even then, could you be deflecting and burying it deeper? To cope with this, I will often pause and take breaks to reflect and check in to confirm I am doing and that I am where I want to be, ### **Between Space and Time** This week, I want to introduce you to something new that I have been working on. For the next 12 weeks, this segment is going to be dedicated to the development of Skylark, a new app dedicated to driving engagement with Generative AI and Web 3 Experiences. ![](https://storage.googleapis.com/papyrus_images/a42f08ead7268a7129e0ffd8c654a71f.png) My business partner and I have been accepted into Immutable Founder Program with **Starter Labs** at the **Atlanta Blockchain Center.** ![](https://storage.googleapis.com/papyrus_images/efa629720b3f0dd6b3090523f567ade1.png) High Level, Skylark will have the following experience: ![](https://storage.googleapis.com/papyrus_images/18f9dc655794bf85f3495503da380290.png) Key Notes **Co-creation & Monetization** * **Participating users who engage with these experiences will play a key role in the co-creation process of unique artifacts** * **These can then be utilized for marketing, community engagement and driving revenue via product personalization** Overall, I am looking forward to the next 3 months and seeing how we can evolve our MVP. ### **Aesthetics of the week** This week’s Aesthetics is a celebration of self. I love the Skylark Logo. Peep it be below. V2 is coming soon. ![](https://storage.googleapis.com/papyrus_images/f540a79e5fa2f427ac9b74fd70071ea0.png) ### **Chaotic Explorations** This week I wanted to explore the launch of Base, an Ethereum L2 built by Coinbase * [**Base**](https://nft.coinbase.com/) * Yes, the look and feel are just like Opensea but this is bigger than just NFTs. Base is an L2 for launching Marketplaces, Dapps, De-fi projects without the high cost of building on Ethereum. During the launch, they are running an Onchain Summer series of different projects that have launched. One of which is [**Blackbird**](https://www.blackbird.xyz/summerpass) which I bought the NFT for. I like this concept for restaurant membership. Looking forward to testing it out next time I’m in New York ### **Gentei Kaijou** Monroe shares some tips below on how to cope with Imposter syndrome. As I mentioned in the intro, Imposter syndrome can have us all not feeling our full self-worth. I called Monroe and she has the following tips to share: ![](https://storage.googleapis.com/papyrus_images/88db85823d3241ea7d53ae05d6f96273.png) **“Don’t be an imposter” - Monroe** “ 1. **Recognize and Acknowledge Your Feelings:** The first step is to acknowledge that you're experiencing imposter syndrome. Recognize that these feelings are common and that many people struggle with similar doubts. 2. **Open Communication:** Share your feelings with your partner. Let them know that you've been struggling with imposter syndrome and that it's affecting your self-esteem and confidence. A supportive partner will listen and offer reassurance. 3. **Focus on Self-Reflection:** Take time to reflect on your achievements, qualities, and positive aspects of your relationship. Make a list of your accomplishments and remind yourself of the reasons your partner is with you. 4. **Challenge Negative Thoughts:** When negative thoughts related to imposter syndrome arise, challenge them with evidence of your accomplishments and positive qualities. Try to counteract these thoughts with more balanced and realistic perspectives. 5. **Set Realistic Expectations:** Understand that no one is perfect, and relationships have their ups and downs. It's natural to have moments of self-doubt, but it doesn't define your entire relationship. 6. **Practice Self-Compassion:** Treat yourself with the same kindness and understanding you'd offer to a friend. Don't be too hard on yourself for having these feelings. Remember that it's okay to have moments of vulnerability. 7. **Work on Building Confidence:** Engage in activities that boost your self-esteem and self-worth. This could be pursuing hobbies, setting and achieving small goals, or practicing positive affirmations. 8. **Celebrate Small Wins:** Acknowledge and celebrate your contributions to the relationship, whether they are big or small. Recognize that your efforts are meaningful and valued. 9. **Focus on Growth:** Instead of fixating on perfection, focus on personal growth and continuous improvement. Embrace the idea that relationships are opportunities for learning and development. 10. **Limit Social Comparisons:** Avoid comparing your relationship to others, as this can contribute to feelings of inadequacy. Remember that people typically only showcase their best moments on social media. 11. **Practice Mindfulness:** Mindfulness techniques can help you stay grounded in the present moment and reduce the intensity of negative thoughts and feelings.” ### **Clumsy King Dropping Gems** ![](https://storage.googleapis.com/papyrus_images/72bb55936ca76ee0badd7d2a531f4178.png) ### **Chaotic Vibrations** This week’s vibe is from a jazzy album from Dinner Party. They are the volton combination of **9th Wonder**, **Robert Glasper**, **Terrace Martin**, and **Kasami Washington**. The track, **First Responders** is slap. Listen below. There is a version with Punch from TDE rapping as well. Enjoy this and go check out the rest of the album as well. Enjoy! Until next time, keep on seeking balance! 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