Showing Up for Those Changing the World

Hello Reader,

Last week, I did something I haven’t done in a long time—I went to a live event.

Not just any event.
It was the book launch of Still Standing, by my friend Cherry Rose Tan.

After years of work, her book is officially out there, and I got to witness it. IRL.

Since COVID, I haven’t attended many events, maybe you can relate.
Life keeps us busy, and getting out there just isn’t always easy.

But that night, showing up reminded me of something: the world changes, our world changes, when we support those around us.

Maybe you know this feeling, too—that sense of shared excitement, of believing in someone’s vision as much as they do. The kind of energy that only comes when we’re there, in the room, together.

In-person, around others moved by Cherry Rose’s journey and the conversations she’s creating around mental health, I remembered that each of us has a role in building something bigger than ourselves. The whole night was a reminder of how much courage it takes to put ourselves out there… and how meaningful it is when we choose to support each other’s hard work.

Here’s the challenge: Take a moment this week to show up for someone who’s taking their own big leap.
Attend the event.
Send a text. ​
Be there.

Because sometimes, that simple act of showing up can be the difference that keeps us all going.

Gratefully,
Edwin

P.S. Got someone in mind who’s making waves? Let them know you see them. Tag them, share their work—remind them that what they’re doing matters.