E is for Eskwelabs - This July, we hope you take the time to enjoy the journey, not just the destination. ⛰️
Pick yourself up and keep moving forward!
We created this newsletter to keep our alums, partners, and anyone interested in learning skills for the future of work updated and connected to our ever-growing community. If you want to read our previous issues, you can check them out here.
Our theme for July 2023—We hope you take the time to enjoy the journey, not just the destination.
Disney fan or not, you probably heard of the 2009 hit “The Climb” by Miley Cyrus. It was widely played at birthdays, graduations, and other events that celebrated milestones as it explores the journey of overcoming challenges and reaching new heights. It has a universal message of perseverance—one that resonates with people of all ages. 🌟
Recently, Miley released a video of her singing it live again. 😯 The nostalgia that this re-recording brings comes from realizing that we were in such a different place when this song was released. Since then, we’ve been through a myriad of personal and collective experiences. We've faced triumphs and failures, joys and heartbreaks, and moments of both growth and stagnation. 🌱 Hearing it again, the lyrics that once inspired countless individuals to persevere now carried an added layer of wisdom and experience.
So, dear Eskweloves, this month’s theme is a reminder that making the most out of our journey is not just about embracing the “good” times but it is also about accepting the “bad” times as opportunities for us to learn and grow. 🌌 As it is in the digital landscape, it is not just about acquiring knowledge or gaining expertise in a specific field, but also about adapting to change. This requires a mindset of curiosity, resilience, and a willingness to step out of our comfort zones. 🚀
Some questions we’ll answer throughout the month via our social media posts, blog posts, and in this E for Eskwelabs newsletter:
How can I work healthily? 💪
What are different strategies in looking for opportunities? 👀
What are key skills that can help me navigate challenges effectively? ✅
What does perseverance look like in Eskwelabs? 💟
🎶 Song of the month 🎶
There's always gonna be another mountain
I'm always gonna wanna make it move
Always gonna be an uphill battle
Sometimes you're gonna have to lose
Ain't about how fast I get there
Ain't about what's waiting on the other side
We hope this “theme reveal” email excites you for the rest of the month. See you later this month for Issue 79 and Issue 80!
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Thank you for reading! ❤️
💌 Learning with you,
Meg Ruiz
Junior Content Designer at Eskwelabs