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Brad Frost sits down with legendary graphic designer Aaron Draplin to discuss his distinctive thick line style and extensive portfolio, ranging from logos to the iconic Field Notes brand. The conversation takes a deep dive into the complexities of work, hustle, and burnout, along with the struggle to overcome a scarcity mindset despite achieving financial stability. They also reflect on redefining success, simplifying life, and staying true to intrinsic motivators over external pressures. Topics include life transitions, the importance of family, and Brad's advice to Aaron on planning a sabbatical. Aaron also shares anecdotes about personal growth and the evolving nature of creative pursuits. Don't miss this insightful discussion on creativity, life balance, and the joy of authentic work.

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Topics discussed:
00:00 Introduction
00:19 Meet Aaron Draplin
02:28 Aaron Draplin's Website Journey
04:19 The Struggles and Joys of Authenticity
06:59 Financial Stability and Scarcity Mindset
13:26 Life Transitions and Sabbaticals
17:18 The Importance of Joy and Personal Fulfillment
21:39 Navigating Financial Independence
52:14 The Role of Service and Giving Back
58:17 The Struggle with Gaps and Productivity
01:03:45 Balancing Work and Personal Projects
01:25:47 Decluttering and Prioritizing
01:34:20 Reflecting on Life and Career Choices

Links Mentioned:
BOOKS
Field Notes Notebooks - https://fieldnotesbrand.com/
Atomic Design by Brad Frost - https://bradfrost.com/blog/post/atomi...
Superdrag - Head Trip in Every Key - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Head_Tr...

MOVIES
E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial - https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0083866/
Raiders of the Lost Ark - https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0082971/
The Beatles: Get Back - https://www.imdb.com/title/tt9735318/

TV SHOWS
Game of Thrones - https://www.hbo.com/game-of-thrones

WEBSITES
Brad Frost's Courses - https://bradfrost.com/courses
Draplin Design Co. - https://www.draplin.com/
Panic - https://panic.com/
Pocket Protector Gallery - http://www.pocketprotectorgallery.com/

PEOPLE
Aaron Draplin - https://www.draplin.com/
Brad Frost - https://bradfrost.com/
Cabell Sasser - https://panic.com/about/
Steve Jobs - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Steve_Jobs
Dan Mall - https://danmall.com/
Jay Maskis (Dinosaur Jr.) - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/J_Mascis
John Davis (Superdrag) - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/John_Da...)
Chris Stapleton - https://www.chrisstapleton.com/
Chuck Prophet - https://www.chuckprophet.com/
Jeffrey Zeldman - https://www.zeldman.com/
Ian MacKaye (Fugazi) - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ian_Mac...

BANDS/ARTISTS
The Beatles - https://www.thebeatles.com/
Paul McCartney - https://www.paulmccartney.com/
Wings - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wings_(...)
Superdrag - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Superdrag
Nada Surf - https://www.nadasurf.com/
The Jesus Lizard - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Jes...
Archers of Loaf - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Archers...
Pavement - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pavemen...)
Shellac - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Shellac...)
Mule - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mule_(band)
Smashing Pumpkins - https://smashingpumpkins.com/
Elliott Smith - https://www.sweetadeline.net/
Uncle Tupelo - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Uncle_T...
Brainiac - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Brainia...)
Idaho - https://idahomusic.com/