elizabeth kershaw

My youtube is probably the only creative project that I'm not trying to make "successful".

To be creative, you need to avoid perfectionism at all costs. I've learned to embrace the 'good enough' mindset.

For the last 8 months I've been traveling through Asia. Every time I move to a new place, it takes me a while to rebuild my confidence.

My time in Chiang Mai has been defined by the worst flood the city has ever seen. For 4 days I had no power or running water.

For the last two years I've completely cut out alcohol. But my health actually IMPROVED when I allowed myself a drink or two.

I used to be scared of showing up on social media until one day I decided to stop waiting until I was an expert to use my voice!

I've recently become an amateur in the wonderful world of youtube. And I've come to realise that I should be one more often.

I've learned so much while traveling, including the fact that no matter where in the world you are, you can't escape yourself.

Whenever I'm unsure what to do next, I remember this: You'll recognise your path by the fun of it.

I've arrived in Bangkok! And this city has reminded of the BIGGEST benefit of traveling.

When I was 16, I was convinced I could be a big story-time Youtuber. I never did because I was too scared of what people thought.

When I was a broke uni student, If I ever couldn't afford a cool piece of art I would always think to myself: "I bet I could make that myself"

It's natural to have a wobble sometimes. But if others can build thriving businesses, why can't I?

In the world of startups, being set in your ways is a death sentence. Here's how traveling has taught me to be adaptable.

I've come to realise that if I want to be a successful entrepreneur, I need to act like one first. No literally, like I need just do what they do.

For me, that anxious pit in my stomach is always a clear sign that I'm not reaching my full potential.

I remember as a teenager only making art related to my favourite band. It helped me achieve more than I could have anticipated...

Turns out, sometimes too much freedom can be paralysing. And it's a constant struggle trying to figure out if you're doing the right thing.

In the 6 months before I quit my 9-5 and started traveling SE Asia, I was living for the “future“ digital nomad version of me.

Yesterday, I had one of the most surreal experiences of my life. All because I put myself out there.

Turns out, when you're a creative person, that creator mindset doesn't just disappear once you become your own boss.

Five months ago I became a digital nomad and moved to Da Nang in Vietnam to work on my journalling app, Journee, full time.

The Law of Detachment says the more you release emotional attachments, the more you'll attract what you actually want.

When things don't work out, there's a reason. Let me give you an example of where I've massively flopped.

I used to constantly have this feeling of 'not being good enough'. Other's achievements were a reminder of what I hadn't done...

Let me tell you the story of how someone stole the idea for Journee while sat across from me at a dinner table.

Reaching a goal makes you feel good once. Putting the work in to get a step closer to your goal feels good every time.

Since quitting my job and moving to Vietnam, I've had to re-expand my comfort zone in more areas than one.

I'm learning to code because I want to gain more independence with making progress on Journee.

I recently launched my project, Journee, to the world. Here's what's happened so far and what I've learned as a result.

I've had lots of questions about how crazy my Vietnam life must be. To tell you the truth, my life is basically the same.

As a new founder, one of my biggest expectations about entrepreneurship crashed and burned hard.

I've been working on a project for what feels like a lifetime, and I can't believe it's finally out there in the world.

Back home, you may be that eccentric friend working on some idea. But here? Here you're just another ambitious person with big goals.