Latest From the Journal
I Got Laid Off Twice. Only One of Them Broke Me
Getting laid off twice changed everything. The first time broke me. The second time didn’t. That difference is everything.
On Closing the Gaps in Who You Are
Every new skill you learn becomes an option you didn’t have before. It’s about expanding what you’re capable of when the time comes.
On Men, Color, and Painted Nails
A hotel lobby comment turned into an unexpected ritual. On confidence, color, and why painted nails tend to start conversations.
When It Stops Being Just Yours
Owning something people want to talk about changes the experience. A reflection on taste, color, and making something fully your own.
Surviving a Week From Hell
A grounded look at how to re-enter work after a brutal week, when motivation is gone, energy is low, and all you can do is tread water.
Breaking Up With My Apple Watch
Letting go of my Apple Watch wasn’t a rejection of technology. It was a decision to protect my attention and dial back constant urgency.
Giving Yourself the Gift of Grace
For those who push themselves hard. This is a reminder that giving yourself grace isn’t quitting. It’s knowing when to stop.
Money Shouldn’t Sit Still, Let’s Fix That
Money shouldn’t sit still. A practical guide to putting your money to work without finance-bro nonsense.
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Tattooed & Tweed was created for men who move through the world with curiosity, style, and heart.