An Honest Encouragement To Stay The Course

Here is a raw journal entry from today. I'm sharing it with you because it's important to hear what the process is like while you're still in the thick of it, not just once you've reached the mountaintop.

I'm committed to never gold-plating my gritty times.

I hope it helps you find encouragement and helpful perspective to keep moving forward.

Here’s Why Comfort Is Overrated

While comfort and security things aren’t bad in themselves, it’s too easy for us to MISS OUT on the massive benefits of DISCOMFORT.

Personal DevelopmentNathanael ClantonJuly 19, 2018Comfort Zone, Pain, Grow, Goals, Personal Development, Perserverance, Learn, Finances, Refine, Decisions, Mindset, Faith, Challenge, EmpathyComment

Why You Should be Grateful For People Who Rub You The Wrong Way

Do you know someone who pushes your buttons? Rubs you the wrong way? Irritates you? You can either let these people make your life miserable, or you can let them REFINE you into a better person.

Personal DevelopmentNathanael ClantonMarch 22, 2018Relationships, Grow, People, Conflict, Refine, Work, Life, Issues Comments

Business Advice That Will Make-Or-Break You As A Creative Entrepreneur

I’ve been a designer for over 11 years now, and as much as I learned in school, there’s SO many lessons that you can only truly learn firsthand. This article shares some of the most valuable lessons I’ve learned in my career as a creative entrepreneur.

EntrepreneurshipNathanael ClantonJuly 13, 2017Graphic Design, Entrepreneurship, Personal Development, Experience, Grow, Responsibility, Stress, Clients, Money, Finances, Relationships, Value, Education, Balance Comment

Selfpreneurship #2: 7 Confidence Tactics That Will Help You Crush Your Insecurity

It can be frustrating to hit walls inside yourself over and over again, especially with something you care about deeply. Here's how to dismantle those walls.

Entrepreneurship, Personal DevelopmentNathanael ClantonSeptember 2, 2016Insecurity, Fear, Business, Skill, Talent, Dreams, Frustration, Obstacles, Issues, Confidence, Perspective, Grow, Practice, Belief, Value, Customer, Selling, Product, Opportunity, Purpose, Process Comments

F.O.M.O. | Fear Of Missing Out

Do you struggle with Fear Of Missing Out? Like you've been left behind?

Personal Development, Entrepreneurship, StartingNathanael ClantonJune 7, 2016Fear, Grow, Passion, Journey, Wisdom, Process, Alone, Personal Development, Self Development, Leadership, Decisions Comments

Little Wins

Don’t underestimate the power of little victories. – They are the stepping stones to progress when you feel paralyzed.

Starting, Personal DevelopmentNathanael ClantonMay 10, 2016Writing, Grow, Motivation, Grace, Starting, Taking Action, Depression, PerfectionismComment

Bookshelf: 5 Must-Reads For Growth & Success

The books I’m sharing in this post are some that have had the greatest impact on my personal, creative, and professional development through the past 15 years. They cover a broad range of topics, but the common thread is they are all focused on growth. Reading any one of these will help you grow immensely and increase your speed forward.

Personal DevelopmentNathanael ClantonMay 3, 2016Books, Reading, Grow Comment