In this episode, Shaun reflects on the slow, spiraling journey of discovering who we are—like approaching an unseen truth, closer with each loop. Through journals, changing priorities, and creative struggles, he explores the tug-of-war between consumption and creation. Are we spending our time scrolling, streaming, and reacting—or making something that outlives us?
Shaun shares personal stories of hitting creative slumps, questioning the value of his own projects, and imagining what kind of legacy he’s leaving for his kids and future grandkids. From journaling to painting, zines to podcasts, he argues that creating—even imperfectly—is an act of meaning-making, preservation, and hope.
This episode is both a confession and a challenge: audit your time. How much are you consuming versus creating? What would you want your children or grandchildren to inherit—a feed of fleeting news and distractions, or a body of work that reflects who you were and what you cared about?
