Geriatric Millennial Wisdom & Other Unexpected Lessons
New Coffee Shop: Buttercup
Happy Sunday Fam!
I hope this week has been gentle with you. Mine absolutely flew by. I finally stepped out of my home office and decided to work from a new little coffee shop called Buttercup. Listen… the vibes? Immaculate. Seasonal drinks on rotation, warm lighting, and an intimate atmosphere made the whole place feel like a living room with better espresso.
I ended up chatting with this incredible woman who was sitting next to me. She casually mentioned she doesn’t do social media, and honestly, I admired that. It made me miss the days when the only thing my Nokia could do was let me play Snake and pray the battery held on.
She told me she recently quit her job, and the way her shoulders dropped when she said it… wow. You could feel the relief. She’s embarking on a journey to get her MBA, but in the meantime, is taking a six-month break in Australia. We bonded instantly over being what I lovingly call geriatric millennials. Like, you know those moments when Gen Alpha says “67” and I’m supposed to know whether that’s an emoji, a code, or a vibe.
Honestly, meeting her brought me so much joy. It reminded me how rare it is that I slow down enough to meet someone new, to actually see people outside of my work, my projects, my to-do lists. I spend so much time building, planning, and growing that sometimes I forget to breathe and experience what’s outside of my bubble.
Lately, I’ve been in a deeply reflective season. I’m thinking about my career, my habits, and what makes me feel grounded. I don’t think I’m the type to quit a job without another lined up, but I absolutely loved how empowering that moment was for her. It reminded me that life is too short to be miserable, bored, or stuck.
So, I’m taking a little piece of her bravery with me into this next chapter:
Fill your cup — by any means necessary.
Now I’m not telling you to quit your job or move across the world! Take a moment to think about your own needs. Maybe it’s a slow morning walk without your phone. Maybe it’s really taking the time to absorb those small moments with your family. Maybe it’s treating someone with unexpected kindness. Maybe it’s giving yourself permission to actually rest.
As for Butler & Co., filling our cup means expansion — new projects, new branding, new pathways. Growth is coming, and I’m stepping into it with intention.
But tell me… what’s next for you?
And remember — it doesn’t have to be big. The small wins count just as much, and they deserve your sincere celebration.
Until next time, fam!
