Show them you care

Recently I’ve been thumbing through artist profiles on Discord.

There are channels dedicated to folks posting their creations, often nervously so, in hope that someone likes them.

They’re often from junior or young talent, working on their craft, hoping someone cares.

They’re often missing one or two key lessons that will unlock a whole new level of skill.

It’s a joy to leave encouraging words. To let folks feel seen. And to message some of them if I think they’re close enough to take on a project for me, with a little training.

If you see someone trying…

Whether it’s an artist in a café or online… a musician on the street or on YouTube… whatever they’re doing… compliment them. Ask to see or hear more. Ask where you can follow along online. Show care. Show them they’re not invisible.

It means more to almost every single one I’ve spoken to than you’d ever think.

Try it. It’s as good for your soul as it is for theirs.