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Hi, I’m Austin Pranger.
I’m navigating and documenting life as a writer, vlogger, dancer, and “Digital Wizard.” Authentic musings ahead. Come say hi!
My 7 favorite things lately.
Some interesting and useful things I’ve been using or reflecting on lately in my life.
Spontaneous Concert: Lindsey Stirling!
A brief check of my email made me realize that Lindsey Stirling (a fav. musician) was going to be 20 miles from me in under an hour!
Don’t tell others what you’re going to do next.
Keep yourself agile by keeping your intentions to yourself.
10 minutes is all it takes.
An unexpected phone call at midnight created a surge of momentum. Big gratitude to Ronja. Here are a few takeaways from our chat.
What is an Experience-ographer?
April 2023 Review + May Ambitions
Intentional reflections on the past month of April along with goals and lessons for May.
Answering My Top Top Questions of 2022
12 months ago I came up with the “top questions” that guide my life. This time I’m reflecting on those questions after living with them for a year.
December Goals & November Review
Massive strides made on one of the most important areas to improve in my life: I mark November as a win, despite dropping the ball in other areas. December is looking sparse, but significant.
Fragmentation — Streamline your work space
Recent travels have highlighted how scattered my belongings are, affecting my ability to focus and get work done more effectively. — Making these simple changes have been profound in helping me focus more easily.
Back to “Home” – Recap, Goals, and Accountability (Nov 2022)
Writing is a language of the soul — a way to communicate with yourself. Use writing as a foundation for personal growth, self-discovery, and accountability.
Following the spirit of adventure • Goshen (Part 2) – YouTube Video
Part 2 of my trip in Goshen, IN! I spent some time “following soul” and it brought me to a park, along with a lovely adventure and some takeaways along the way.
My first couple days “couch surfing” in Northern Indiana
This has been on my mind for nearly a year – and I finally started.
What song is life playing?
Dance is making a comeback in my life. I’m grateful, excited, and I’m trying to “slow down” my attention to focus on what my intuition is sharing with me about life.
Your voice is important. Are you hiding from it?
We never know how what we say or do can impact others, including ourselves. Your voice is valuable: practice using it!
Pick only one. Focus on fewer things.
Having too many “important” things to work on equates to overwhelm and lack of progress. Pick fewer things and make bigger strides.
Don’t make others the Gatekeeper to your desires
Don’t wait around for the opportunity to come to you: be the one that initiates it. Your desire is the invitation.
Spinning Poi at IDX 2022
Had to work through some social anxiety — and I’m so glad I did, and so happy with how it turned out!
“Coming Home” – Indy Dance X 2022 Recap
My first swing event in over 2 years. Lots of great experiences, most notably: reconnecting to dance.
The work happens at home — not the event
Reflecting on the value of the “mundane, boring” work at home compared to the excitement and high of “events and trips.”
If overwhelmed, do you know your “XYZ”?
I’ve felt SO overwhelmed lately. I’ve resisted writing and creating in all forms. Maybe THIS is what I need right now.
DOCUMENT YOUR LIFE — Benefits & Tips
All the benefits, learnings, and tips I have around “documenting your life.”
What I do when I’m stuck and overwhelmed
When stuck and overwhelmed: “pick something, anything.”
How DRAGINBOXING helps me deal with CLUTTER
[Video] Draginboxing is a process I use to help me address the “clutter,” particularly PAPER clutter, in my life.
Top 10 Questions – 2022
These questions highlight and drive my emphasis for the year. This is one of my favorite exercises that I complete every year.
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Email: austin [at] austinpranger [dot] com
