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Find Friends in Studio City
Where two strangers meet over coffee
Welcome to the Studio City community! Here you can discover and connect with people in your area who share your interests and values.
Studio City is part of our Greater Los Angeles service area, where we help bring local communities together.
lowlyworm
She / Her
Los Angeles, CA

I went to a 35mm showing of Billy Wilder’s Double Indemnity <333
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Where are you at in your life stage?
I’m a 20 y/o undergraduate student studying psychology in Los Angeles! I’m a SoCal native but I haven’t explored as much of LA as I’d like to—I’d like to change that and make a friend or two in the process!
How's your life?
Just trying to balance school, internships, and finding time to meet people from all walks of life :)
What helps you keep your sanity?
Creating (I illustrate/design sometimes!), reading (memoirs, fantasy, mystery), and watching every movie under the sun at any local LA theaters (favorites: Princess Mononoke, Tampopo, Ocean’s Eleven).
I also loveee walking and traveling around LA when I have the time and resources to do so (I tend go alone via my college transit pass lol).
What is most important to you right now?
Being secure in who I am! Whether that be through career development, helping my community, or making closer connections with my friends (and potential friends!)—I just want to put myself out there more often, especially as an infp :,)
Anything you recently found interesting?
Not sure what to say here…but you should stream this song (it’s one of my favorites! the character as well 🐈⬛): https://open.spotify.com/track/6VTnxajMD15WSIkbrtpw7e?si=qggEvJmoRNCc526KkNE76g
Where are you at in your life stage?
I’m a 20 y/o undergraduate student studying psychology in Los Angeles! I’m a SoCal native but I haven’t explored as much of LA as I’d like to—I’d like to change that and make a friend or two in the process!
How's your life?
Just trying to balance school, internships, and finding time to meet people from all walks of life :)
What helps you keep your sanity?
Creating (I illustrate/design sometimes!), reading (memoirs, fantasy, mystery), and watching every movie under the sun at any local LA theaters (favorites: Princess Mononoke, Tampopo, Ocean’s Eleven).
I also loveee walking and traveling around LA when I have the time and resources to do so (I tend go alone via my college transit pass lol).
What is most important to you right now?
Being secure in who I am! Whether that be through career development, helping my community, or making closer connections with my friends (and potential friends!)—I just want to put myself out there more often, especially as an infp :,)
Anything you recently found interesting?
Not sure what to say here…but you should stream this song (it’s one of my favorites! the character as well 🐈⬛): https://open.spotify.com/track/6VTnxajMD15WSIkbrtpw7e?si=qggEvJmoRNCc526KkNE76g
Where are you at in your life stage?
I’m a 20 y/o undergraduate student studying psychology in Los Angeles! I’m a SoCal native but I haven’t explored as much of LA as I’d like to—I’d like to change that and make a friend or two in the process!
How's your life?
Just trying to balance school, internships, and finding time to meet people from all walks of life :)
What helps you keep your sanity?
Creating (I illustrate/design sometimes!), reading (memoirs, fantasy, mystery), and watching every movie under the sun at any local LA theaters (favorites: Princess Mononoke, Tampopo, Ocean’s Eleven).
I also loveee walking and traveling around LA when I have the time and resources to do so (I tend go alone via my college transit pass lol).
What is most important to you right now?
Being secure in who I am! Whether that be through career development, helping my community, or making closer connections with my friends (and potential friends!)—I just want to put myself out there more often, especially as an infp :,)
Anything you recently found interesting?
Not sure what to say here…but you should stream this song (it’s one of my favorites! the character as well 🐈⬛): https://open.spotify.com/track/6VTnxajMD15WSIkbrtpw7e?si=qggEvJmoRNCc526KkNE76g
lowlyworm
@grateful1 I plan to do communications for creative industries, with a focus on working directly with communities that need it most :) so I’m looking into working with nonprofits and public arts sectors!
fuzz
Traversing LA by metro is so fun and rewarding There is always something new to discover, What are you reading?
SunflowerSoul
She / Her
Costa Mesa, CA

I keep a photo album of favorite trees I come across so I can imagine I’m sitting under them.
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Where are you at in your life stage?
34f. I'm at a stage where I'm constantly growing and evolving. As a single mom of two and someone passionate about my job in public service, I'm focused on becoming the best version of myself. I'm learning to balance work, motherhood, and personal development while taking my health and well-being more seriously.
How's your life?
Life is busy, but I'm handling it. Between work, managing the household, and being a mom, it can get overwhelming, but I'm dedicated to staying productive and finding ways to improve. I'm eating well, getting enough sleep, and focusing on my health. I’m also trying to make time for creative outlets, even though it can be tough with my schedule.
What helps you keep your sanity?
Yoga, nature walks, and exercise help me stay grounded. I also love diving into graphic novels or dark fiction. Taking care of my health and making more time for art has been my priority recently.
What is most important to you right now?
Right now, my kids, my job, and my personal growth are at the forefront. I'm committed to improving my health, being more productive, and finding positive environments where I can thrive and possibly make friends. Expanding my horizons and learning new things are also really important to me.
Anything you recently found interesting?
I’ve recently been really interested in exploring my area more and finding fun, free resources for creative outlets. I’ve lived here all my life, but there’s still so much I haven’t experienced, and I’m excited to try new things and get back into artistic hobbies.
Where are you at in your life stage?
34f. I'm at a stage where I'm constantly growing and evolving. As a single mom of two and someone passionate about my job in public service, I'm focused on becoming the best version of myself. I'm learning to balance work, motherhood, and personal development while taking my health and well-being more seriously.
How's your life?
Life is busy, but I'm handling it. Between work, managing the household, and being a mom, it can get overwhelming, but I'm dedicated to staying productive and finding ways to improve. I'm eating well, getting enough sleep, and focusing on my health. I’m also trying to make time for creative outlets, even though it can be tough with my schedule.
What helps you keep your sanity?
Yoga, nature walks, and exercise help me stay grounded. I also love diving into graphic novels or dark fiction. Taking care of my health and making more time for art has been my priority recently.
What is most important to you right now?
Right now, my kids, my job, and my personal growth are at the forefront. I'm committed to improving my health, being more productive, and finding positive environments where I can thrive and possibly make friends. Expanding my horizons and learning new things are also really important to me.
Anything you recently found interesting?
I’ve recently been really interested in exploring my area more and finding fun, free resources for creative outlets. I’ve lived here all my life, but there’s still so much I haven’t experienced, and I’m excited to try new things and get back into artistic hobbies.
Where are you at in your life stage?
34f. I'm at a stage where I'm constantly growing and evolving. As a single mom of two and someone passionate about my job in public service, I'm focused on becoming the best version of myself. I'm learning to balance work, motherhood, and personal development while taking my health and well-being more seriously.
How's your life?
Life is busy, but I'm handling it. Between work, managing the household, and being a mom, it can get overwhelming, but I'm dedicated to staying productive and finding ways to improve. I'm eating well, getting enough sleep, and focusing on my health. I’m also trying to make time for creative outlets, even though it can be tough with my schedule.
What helps you keep your sanity?
Yoga, nature walks, and exercise help me stay grounded. I also love diving into graphic novels or dark fiction. Taking care of my health and making more time for art has been my priority recently.
What is most important to you right now?
Right now, my kids, my job, and my personal growth are at the forefront. I'm committed to improving my health, being more productive, and finding positive environments where I can thrive and possibly make friends. Expanding my horizons and learning new things are also really important to me.
Anything you recently found interesting?
I’ve recently been really interested in exploring my area more and finding fun, free resources for creative outlets. I’ve lived here all my life, but there’s still so much I haven’t experienced, and I’m excited to try new things and get back into artistic hobbies.
BalancedLemongrass1
Wow you have a lot on your plate, keep up the amazing work you’re doing!
BalancedLemongrass1
Isn’t it amazing? It’s such a lost art form these days. Words have the power to convey so much and offer a glimpse into someone’s deepest soul
Vivio
She / Her
Irvine, CA

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Where are you at in your life stage?
Living the SINK life: single income no kids. :) Very happily in a LDR though it means I feel more single than coupled on a day-to-day basis. Pretty happy with my work as well; it keeps me busy and I don't hate it. I work remotely (amazing commute from the bed to the desk!) and sooommmeettimmmeesss.... I wish I had an office to go into. I miss having random conversations in the kitchen or taking walks for morning coffee or to refresh in the afternoon.
Socially I'm looking to get out there a bit more. Right now probably just looking for some casual friends to spend some time and/or try new experiences with. (If we become besties super cool! If not no pressure. I've learned everyone's path goes their own way and just enjoy the time together.)
How's your life?
Life is going okay. Work is interesting but not keeping me fully occupied so I'm looking for some more! Recently-ish (everything is only 3 months in this post-covid world! or maybe I'm just growing old...) moved down from the Bay Area to be closer to family but I unfortunately left all my friends behind. Plus I'm a homebody and an introvert so it's been hard to make friends. I swing between being lonely and wanting to be ALL THE SOCIALS and being content rolling around the couch. (Couch potatoes unite!)
What helps you keep your sanity?
Playing games and drinking boba! I play one computer game (guildwars 2) and I just turn my brain off as I mindlessly hit buttons. Sometimes I even accomplish something! Otherwise I'm fortunate to have some close friends who will listen to me blah blah blah when things are getting too much. They laugh at my misfortunes; I get emotional release: wins all around! (Don't worry! I won't blah blah on you until we're good friends! I'm an introvert until we're good friends.. then it's hard to shut me up. >:) )
Also boba. When things are good: celebrate with boba. When things are bad: cheer up by drinking boba! Boba solves all. (Welcoming all boba recommendations! I tend to prefer the simple: milk tea or fruit tea and boba.)
What is most important to you right now?
Enjoying my life! I hope to have a family in the future but children are a BIG responsibility. I'll just enjoy my freedom now while I still can! Also looking to set down more roots in OC and make some friends. It'd be great to hang out once every 2-3 weeks and do something new/interesting/fun. (Or we could.. just grab some boba, chit chat, and go for walks? I could probably swing that once a week... I have a very limited social meter that just got shorter over the pandemic!)
Oh.. and maybe becoming more healthy.... maybe... can someone please gift me some motivation? :(
Anything you recently found interesting?
Escape Games: I know they've been around forever but they're reallllyyy so fun! I'm always down for an escape game.
More a shower thought but: The nicer the house/apartment/etc. the more people tend to stay at home and thus build less connections. In contrast if your house/apartment sucks you just always want to go out and then you meet more people! Such a weird aftereffect of prosperity??
Where are you at in your life stage?
Living the SINK life: single income no kids. :) Very happily in a LDR though it means I feel more single than coupled on a day-to-day basis. Pretty happy with my work as well; it keeps me busy and I don't hate it. I work remotely (amazing commute from the bed to the desk!) and sooommmeettimmmeesss.... I wish I had an office to go into. I miss having random conversations in the kitchen or taking walks for morning coffee or to refresh in the afternoon.
Socially I'm looking to get out there a bit more. Right now probably just looking for some casual friends to spend some time and/or try new experiences with. (If we become besties super cool! If not no pressure. I've learned everyone's path goes their own way and just enjoy the time together.)
How's your life?
Life is going okay. Work is interesting but not keeping me fully occupied so I'm looking for some more! Recently-ish (everything is only 3 months in this post-covid world! or maybe I'm just growing old...) moved down from the Bay Area to be closer to family but I unfortunately left all my friends behind. Plus I'm a homebody and an introvert so it's been hard to make friends. I swing between being lonely and wanting to be ALL THE SOCIALS and being content rolling around the couch. (Couch potatoes unite!)
What helps you keep your sanity?
Playing games and drinking boba! I play one computer game (guildwars 2) and I just turn my brain off as I mindlessly hit buttons. Sometimes I even accomplish something! Otherwise I'm fortunate to have some close friends who will listen to me blah blah blah when things are getting too much. They laugh at my misfortunes; I get emotional release: wins all around! (Don't worry! I won't blah blah on you until we're good friends! I'm an introvert until we're good friends.. then it's hard to shut me up. >:) )
Also boba. When things are good: celebrate with boba. When things are bad: cheer up by drinking boba! Boba solves all. (Welcoming all boba recommendations! I tend to prefer the simple: milk tea or fruit tea and boba.)
What is most important to you right now?
Enjoying my life! I hope to have a family in the future but children are a BIG responsibility. I'll just enjoy my freedom now while I still can! Also looking to set down more roots in OC and make some friends. It'd be great to hang out once every 2-3 weeks and do something new/interesting/fun. (Or we could.. just grab some boba, chit chat, and go for walks? I could probably swing that once a week... I have a very limited social meter that just got shorter over the pandemic!)
Oh.. and maybe becoming more healthy.... maybe... can someone please gift me some motivation? :(
Anything you recently found interesting?
Escape Games: I know they've been around forever but they're reallllyyy so fun! I'm always down for an escape game.
More a shower thought but: The nicer the house/apartment/etc. the more people tend to stay at home and thus build less connections. In contrast if your house/apartment sucks you just always want to go out and then you meet more people! Such a weird aftereffect of prosperity??
Where are you at in your life stage?
Living the SINK life: single income no kids. :) Very happily in a LDR though it means I feel more single than coupled on a day-to-day basis. Pretty happy with my work as well; it keeps me busy and I don't hate it. I work remotely (amazing commute from the bed to the desk!) and sooommmeettimmmeesss.... I wish I had an office to go into. I miss having random conversations in the kitchen or taking walks for morning coffee or to refresh in the afternoon.
Socially I'm looking to get out there a bit more. Right now probably just looking for some casual friends to spend some time and/or try new experiences with. (If we become besties super cool! If not no pressure. I've learned everyone's path goes their own way and just enjoy the time together.)
How's your life?
Life is going okay. Work is interesting but not keeping me fully occupied so I'm looking for some more! Recently-ish (everything is only 3 months in this post-covid world! or maybe I'm just growing old...) moved down from the Bay Area to be closer to family but I unfortunately left all my friends behind. Plus I'm a homebody and an introvert so it's been hard to make friends. I swing between being lonely and wanting to be ALL THE SOCIALS and being content rolling around the couch. (Couch potatoes unite!)
What helps you keep your sanity?
Playing games and drinking boba! I play one computer game (guildwars 2) and I just turn my brain off as I mindlessly hit buttons. Sometimes I even accomplish something! Otherwise I'm fortunate to have some close friends who will listen to me blah blah blah when things are getting too much. They laugh at my misfortunes; I get emotional release: wins all around! (Don't worry! I won't blah blah on you until we're good friends! I'm an introvert until we're good friends.. then it's hard to shut me up. >:) )
Also boba. When things are good: celebrate with boba. When things are bad: cheer up by drinking boba! Boba solves all. (Welcoming all boba recommendations! I tend to prefer the simple: milk tea or fruit tea and boba.)
What is most important to you right now?
Enjoying my life! I hope to have a family in the future but children are a BIG responsibility. I'll just enjoy my freedom now while I still can! Also looking to set down more roots in OC and make some friends. It'd be great to hang out once every 2-3 weeks and do something new/interesting/fun. (Or we could.. just grab some boba, chit chat, and go for walks? I could probably swing that once a week... I have a very limited social meter that just got shorter over the pandemic!)
Oh.. and maybe becoming more healthy.... maybe... can someone please gift me some motivation? :(
Anything you recently found interesting?
Escape Games: I know they've been around forever but they're reallllyyy so fun! I'm always down for an escape game.
More a shower thought but: The nicer the house/apartment/etc. the more people tend to stay at home and thus build less connections. In contrast if your house/apartment sucks you just always want to go out and then you meet more people! Such a weird aftereffect of prosperity??
mugeunji
Recently went to a very nice Vietnamese-owned boba shop called Mirakuru! They’re always changing up the interior decorations & their custom boba cup sleeves~ Plus, their sweetness levels feel actually accurate (not super sweet). Highly recommend :)
itsjp
Hey girly! I'm not a fan of boba but I get the drinks without boba, lol. I'd love to grab a drink sometime together and go for a hike/walk if you're interested :-)
Chillybee
He / Him
Oxnard, CA

This is a typical afternoon in our world.
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Where are you at in your life stage?
I am married to my lovely wife. We have 3 kids, a 4 year old and 2 year old twins. Both of us work too much for too little money but we are settling into being a family and just trying to find friends to join in our journey through life.
How's your life?
It's mostly great. I like my job and am working to getting further in my career. My kids drive me crazy but I wouldn't change it for the world. My spouse is super supportive of my. We are working together to make healthier life choices for our bodies and our wallets.
What helps you keep your sanity?
I have started 3d resin printing and painting the models and it's so peaceful. I also listen to audio books (typically different nonfiction / fantasy genres). And I really enjoy doing yard work, growing something fun, and keeping it clean and tidy for our kids to play in
What is most important to you right now?
My family. While I love my quiet time I love spending all the time I can with my kids and wife. We work too much to not spend time together whenever we can. And I work as much as I dare to make sure they get what they need!
Anything you recently found interesting?
I just started 3d printing and even newer to painting. I never thought I would have any artistic ability but I am not half bad at the painting!
Where are you at in your life stage?
I am married to my lovely wife. We have 3 kids, a 4 year old and 2 year old twins. Both of us work too much for too little money but we are settling into being a family and just trying to find friends to join in our journey through life.
How's your life?
It's mostly great. I like my job and am working to getting further in my career. My kids drive me crazy but I wouldn't change it for the world. My spouse is super supportive of my. We are working together to make healthier life choices for our bodies and our wallets.
What helps you keep your sanity?
I have started 3d resin printing and painting the models and it's so peaceful. I also listen to audio books (typically different nonfiction / fantasy genres). And I really enjoy doing yard work, growing something fun, and keeping it clean and tidy for our kids to play in
What is most important to you right now?
My family. While I love my quiet time I love spending all the time I can with my kids and wife. We work too much to not spend time together whenever we can. And I work as much as I dare to make sure they get what they need!
Anything you recently found interesting?
I just started 3d printing and even newer to painting. I never thought I would have any artistic ability but I am not half bad at the painting!
Where are you at in your life stage?
I am married to my lovely wife. We have 3 kids, a 4 year old and 2 year old twins. Both of us work too much for too little money but we are settling into being a family and just trying to find friends to join in our journey through life.
How's your life?
It's mostly great. I like my job and am working to getting further in my career. My kids drive me crazy but I wouldn't change it for the world. My spouse is super supportive of my. We are working together to make healthier life choices for our bodies and our wallets.
What helps you keep your sanity?
I have started 3d resin printing and painting the models and it's so peaceful. I also listen to audio books (typically different nonfiction / fantasy genres). And I really enjoy doing yard work, growing something fun, and keeping it clean and tidy for our kids to play in
What is most important to you right now?
My family. While I love my quiet time I love spending all the time I can with my kids and wife. We work too much to not spend time together whenever we can. And I work as much as I dare to make sure they get what they need!
Anything you recently found interesting?
I just started 3d printing and even newer to painting. I never thought I would have any artistic ability but I am not half bad at the painting!
Nawusijia
She / Her
Irvine, CA

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Where are you at in your life stage?
Figuring out how to be an adult. I'm 35 years old, have a good career, and have many friends (although they are mostly far away!). But other than these, I feel like I'm just figuring life out.
How's your life?
I'm happy with my life.
It's primarily peaceful. I like the routine of working, gym time, and home. Work makes it exciting. When I travel, I get to go on adventures.
What helps you keep your sanity?
Workout, right now I'm going rock climbing regularly. I like watching TV shows and going out to restaurants.
What is most important to you right now?
My career. It's my passion, and I want to do my best. I also want to figure out how to better adult. How to be more financially responsible, how to eat healthier, etc.
Anything you recently found interesting?
I'm trying to watch more movies and get back to reading. I'm also learning about meditation and mindfulness.
Where are you at in your life stage?
Figuring out how to be an adult. I'm 35 years old, have a good career, and have many friends (although they are mostly far away!). But other than these, I feel like I'm just figuring life out.
How's your life?
I'm happy with my life.
It's primarily peaceful. I like the routine of working, gym time, and home. Work makes it exciting. When I travel, I get to go on adventures.
What helps you keep your sanity?
Workout, right now I'm going rock climbing regularly. I like watching TV shows and going out to restaurants.
What is most important to you right now?
My career. It's my passion, and I want to do my best. I also want to figure out how to better adult. How to be more financially responsible, how to eat healthier, etc.
Anything you recently found interesting?
I'm trying to watch more movies and get back to reading. I'm also learning about meditation and mindfulness.
Where are you at in your life stage?
Figuring out how to be an adult. I'm 35 years old, have a good career, and have many friends (although they are mostly far away!). But other than these, I feel like I'm just figuring life out.
How's your life?
I'm happy with my life.
It's primarily peaceful. I like the routine of working, gym time, and home. Work makes it exciting. When I travel, I get to go on adventures.
What helps you keep your sanity?
Workout, right now I'm going rock climbing regularly. I like watching TV shows and going out to restaurants.
What is most important to you right now?
My career. It's my passion, and I want to do my best. I also want to figure out how to better adult. How to be more financially responsible, how to eat healthier, etc.
Anything you recently found interesting?
I'm trying to watch more movies and get back to reading. I'm also learning about meditation and mindfulness.
SunlitNomad
Just dm you. What type of books would you like to read. I just finished Slade house by David Mitchell. Nice and super fun read
LostInBoba
I’ve been trying to get into meditation and it’s quite difficult to calm the chatter in my mind. The app Calm has a 30 day challenge that really helps! Turning mid 30s is really kicking my butt into high gear about being better overall.
cloud
He / Him
Cerritos, CA

Recently tapped into photography and was able to capture a ? in the sky
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Where are you at in your life stage?
I currently in my mid-20's and graduated from grad school at UC Berkeley and work remotely in healthcare as a Project Manager. As I readjust to SoCal after being in the Bay Area for 5 years, I am working on rebuilding my community and discovering new hobbies. I've been in my self love/improvement arc where I started journaling and going on solo trips.
How's your life?
Currently life is good right now! I'm getting closer to my 2nd year anniversary at work. I have gotten closer to my local pickleball community and lost 35 pounds in the process during the past few months. There were some old friendships I was able to rekindle with. I recently been in my traveling arc where I went to Maui, Japan (2x), Taiwan, New York.
What helps you keep your sanity?
Finding new food spots, curating new recipes to try, learning new skills/hobbies, traveling, watching shows, meeting new people. I usually use cooking as my creative outlet to experiment new cooking techniques/ingredients while trying to make sure things don't spoil in the fridge.
What is most important to you right now?
Nurturing current friend and family relationships, developing my career, staying healthy -physically/mentally. I feel like a lot of times we are too focused on the next steps in life, so I have been making more time in my routine to reflect on past accomplishments/milestones and reinforcing the pillars that make me who I am.
Anything you recently found interesting?
Having the mentality “An expert at anything was once a beginner” helped me open up to trying new skills and experiences. I’ve always taken an interest in developmental/behavioral psych so I read up on articles and watch videos learning more about concepts.
Where are you at in your life stage?
I currently in my mid-20's and graduated from grad school at UC Berkeley and work remotely in healthcare as a Project Manager. As I readjust to SoCal after being in the Bay Area for 5 years, I am working on rebuilding my community and discovering new hobbies. I've been in my self love/improvement arc where I started journaling and going on solo trips.
How's your life?
Currently life is good right now! I'm getting closer to my 2nd year anniversary at work. I have gotten closer to my local pickleball community and lost 35 pounds in the process during the past few months. There were some old friendships I was able to rekindle with. I recently been in my traveling arc where I went to Maui, Japan (2x), Taiwan, New York.
What helps you keep your sanity?
Finding new food spots, curating new recipes to try, learning new skills/hobbies, traveling, watching shows, meeting new people. I usually use cooking as my creative outlet to experiment new cooking techniques/ingredients while trying to make sure things don't spoil in the fridge.
What is most important to you right now?
Nurturing current friend and family relationships, developing my career, staying healthy -physically/mentally. I feel like a lot of times we are too focused on the next steps in life, so I have been making more time in my routine to reflect on past accomplishments/milestones and reinforcing the pillars that make me who I am.
Anything you recently found interesting?
Having the mentality “An expert at anything was once a beginner” helped me open up to trying new skills and experiences. I’ve always taken an interest in developmental/behavioral psych so I read up on articles and watch videos learning more about concepts.
Where are you at in your life stage?
I currently in my mid-20's and graduated from grad school at UC Berkeley and work remotely in healthcare as a Project Manager. As I readjust to SoCal after being in the Bay Area for 5 years, I am working on rebuilding my community and discovering new hobbies. I've been in my self love/improvement arc where I started journaling and going on solo trips.
How's your life?
Currently life is good right now! I'm getting closer to my 2nd year anniversary at work. I have gotten closer to my local pickleball community and lost 35 pounds in the process during the past few months. There were some old friendships I was able to rekindle with. I recently been in my traveling arc where I went to Maui, Japan (2x), Taiwan, New York.
What helps you keep your sanity?
Finding new food spots, curating new recipes to try, learning new skills/hobbies, traveling, watching shows, meeting new people. I usually use cooking as my creative outlet to experiment new cooking techniques/ingredients while trying to make sure things don't spoil in the fridge.
What is most important to you right now?
Nurturing current friend and family relationships, developing my career, staying healthy -physically/mentally. I feel like a lot of times we are too focused on the next steps in life, so I have been making more time in my routine to reflect on past accomplishments/milestones and reinforcing the pillars that make me who I am.
Anything you recently found interesting?
Having the mentality “An expert at anything was once a beginner” helped me open up to trying new skills and experiences. I’ve always taken an interest in developmental/behavioral psych so I read up on articles and watch videos learning more about concepts.
OlorinHope
He / Him
Anaheim, CA

A surreal painting in The Fine Arts Museum in Valencia, Spain. I find surreal art fascinating
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Where are you at in your life stage?
40, married and have two kids who are 8 and 11. They’re fantastic. Moved to the US 10 years ago. I have no roots here, no friends. I do have some extended family, which I’m grateful for. I’m fortunate enough to be making a high income and can afford a home. The picture of the American dream from a generation ago.
How's your life?
Objectively, pretty great. I have a successful career in FinTech. I’m a highly respected leader at my company. I’m about to leave to do my own startup with a friend, so that’s a whole other adventure. My partner is amazingly supportive.
When it comes to how it feels to me though, it’s pretty isolated. I hate the suburbs, and I miss the cosmopolitanism and cultural density of cities. I struggle with stress, and the bad days are bad. The social isolation and the career success have led to me feeling like my sole purpose is working. Joy is scarce.
What helps you keep your sanity?
Music. I listen to nearly everything but I really like indie stuff.
Yoga, regularly, usually 4-6 times a week. The exercise, physical and mental, has had real benefits on my mental health.
I travel a lot, it helps to get out of the suburbs and have experiences, add moments of richness to my life.
What is most important to you right now?
My family is everything to me. Next is my new company, coinciding with me starting my fifth decade on earth. It’ll take a lot of thought, effort, and change to make it something I am proud of in several years time.
Anything you recently found interesting?
Just rewatched Arrival(2016) again for the first time in years and I was (once again) blown away by how elegant and captivating it is. I’ve always liked Denis Villeneuve, and Ted Chiang is one of my favorite authors, but I was surprised that I couldn’t take my eyes off the screen, like it was the first time I see it. I wish more movies or TV shows were like that.
Where are you at in your life stage?
40, married and have two kids who are 8 and 11. They’re fantastic. Moved to the US 10 years ago. I have no roots here, no friends. I do have some extended family, which I’m grateful for. I’m fortunate enough to be making a high income and can afford a home. The picture of the American dream from a generation ago.
How's your life?
Objectively, pretty great. I have a successful career in FinTech. I’m a highly respected leader at my company. I’m about to leave to do my own startup with a friend, so that’s a whole other adventure. My partner is amazingly supportive.
When it comes to how it feels to me though, it’s pretty isolated. I hate the suburbs, and I miss the cosmopolitanism and cultural density of cities. I struggle with stress, and the bad days are bad. The social isolation and the career success have led to me feeling like my sole purpose is working. Joy is scarce.
What helps you keep your sanity?
Music. I listen to nearly everything but I really like indie stuff.
Yoga, regularly, usually 4-6 times a week. The exercise, physical and mental, has had real benefits on my mental health.
I travel a lot, it helps to get out of the suburbs and have experiences, add moments of richness to my life.
What is most important to you right now?
My family is everything to me. Next is my new company, coinciding with me starting my fifth decade on earth. It’ll take a lot of thought, effort, and change to make it something I am proud of in several years time.
Anything you recently found interesting?
Just rewatched Arrival(2016) again for the first time in years and I was (once again) blown away by how elegant and captivating it is. I’ve always liked Denis Villeneuve, and Ted Chiang is one of my favorite authors, but I was surprised that I couldn’t take my eyes off the screen, like it was the first time I see it. I wish more movies or TV shows were like that.
Where are you at in your life stage?
40, married and have two kids who are 8 and 11. They’re fantastic. Moved to the US 10 years ago. I have no roots here, no friends. I do have some extended family, which I’m grateful for. I’m fortunate enough to be making a high income and can afford a home. The picture of the American dream from a generation ago.
How's your life?
Objectively, pretty great. I have a successful career in FinTech. I’m a highly respected leader at my company. I’m about to leave to do my own startup with a friend, so that’s a whole other adventure. My partner is amazingly supportive.
When it comes to how it feels to me though, it’s pretty isolated. I hate the suburbs, and I miss the cosmopolitanism and cultural density of cities. I struggle with stress, and the bad days are bad. The social isolation and the career success have led to me feeling like my sole purpose is working. Joy is scarce.
What helps you keep your sanity?
Music. I listen to nearly everything but I really like indie stuff.
Yoga, regularly, usually 4-6 times a week. The exercise, physical and mental, has had real benefits on my mental health.
I travel a lot, it helps to get out of the suburbs and have experiences, add moments of richness to my life.
What is most important to you right now?
My family is everything to me. Next is my new company, coinciding with me starting my fifth decade on earth. It’ll take a lot of thought, effort, and change to make it something I am proud of in several years time.
Anything you recently found interesting?
Just rewatched Arrival(2016) again for the first time in years and I was (once again) blown away by how elegant and captivating it is. I’ve always liked Denis Villeneuve, and Ted Chiang is one of my favorite authors, but I was surprised that I couldn’t take my eyes off the screen, like it was the first time I see it. I wish more movies or TV shows were like that.
OlorinHope
I actually really liked that. It’s what made the movie different from most sci-fi I’ve seen before. I like sci-fi just fine, but Arrival felt like something more than that.
ItsAllConnected
With so much music being labeled as indie music nowadays, would love to hear some artists that we should check out!
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