Downshift: Adventures in Slowing the Heck Down

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Join Aaron James Draplin for an unfiltered, freewheeling look at his journey to pump the brakes on life's relentless pace. In this no-holds-barred session, Aaron reflects on his new approach in his 51st year — complete with client slowdowns, personal wake-up calls, and unexpected joys. With the trademark grit, humor, and humanity that only the Draplin Design Co. icon can bring, he'll dive into the messy, beautiful reality of learning that less truly is more.

Expect stories, hard-won insights, and a few questionable life choices as Aaron shows you how to:

  • Find balance without losing your edge in today's non-stop design world
  • Give yourself permission to ease up, reset, and maybe sleep in on a Wednesday
  • Make more out of less: more ideas, more ruminations, more graphics

Technical Level: General Audience

Category: Inspiration

Track: Graphic Design and Illustration

Audience: Art/Creative Director, Business Strategist/Owner, Graphic Designer, Print Designer, Illustrator

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