In this episode of 'A Thought I Kept' hosted by Claire Fitzsimmons, brand designer and creative mentor Sarah Robertson discusses the lasting impact of a saying from her Scottish grandmother. Sarah shares how this phrase has been an anchor throughout various personal and professional challenges, offering comfort and encouragement. She reflects on the insights gained from creating and launching her design studio, balancing creative pursuits with client work, and the importance of both stretching oneself and returning to zones of comfort. The conversation emphasizes trust, resilience, and the delicate balance between striving and acceptance in creative endeavors.

00:29 Meet Sarah Robertson: Brand Designer and Creative Mentor

00:50 The Wisdom: What's for You Won't Go By You

01:36 Applying this in Life and Business

10:53 The Creative Process and Overcoming Self-Doubt

15:18 Launching the Brand Seasons Play Deck

21:17 Reflections and Future Aspirations

27:26 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

Sarah is the writer behind Brand Seasons and a brand designer and creative mentor at These Are The Days, where she collaborates with clients to define their vision, craft beautiful visuals and discover their voices.

Claire is a writer, certified emotions coach practitioner, and co-founder of wellbeing company If Lost Start Here, and is on a mission to help get people who are lost, lonely, disconnected or simply curious to a better place. You can subscribe to Claire's substack at MoreGoodDays.

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