When Codex and ChatGPT began merging parts of their platforms, the workspace where I’d been building 6DegreesApp suddenly looked like it had disappeared. Did I remain calm and confidently trust that everything was fine? Absolutely not. 😂 There was a brief spiral, some frantic searching, and a very real “Did I just lose the entire app?” moment. The good news: the app was still there. We found the original build, reconnected everything, and uncovered a few beta issues along the way—including a Supabase login connection that needed fixing. Because of that, changes have been made since the original beta links went out. If you’re a Founding Member, please use the newest testing links located in the Founding Members module rather than the original links. This is exactly what beta testing is for: finding the messy parts, fixing them, and making the experience stronger together. I’m building something ambitious, learning in public, and occasionally panicking in public too. I’m human! Thank you for your patience, encouragement, and willingness to be part of this journey with me. 💛 More updates soon—and hopefully fewer founder spirals. 😉

First… if you watch this entire video, THANK YOU! ❤️ It’s a longer one, but there are a lot of exciting updates. Most importantly, thank you for being here. Every one of you is helping build something that started as an idea and is quickly becoming a reality. 📣 Team Updates 🙌 @Zandria Pearson is our admin extraordinaire! If you have questions, she’s an amazing resource. Please continue supporting her posts and helping make this community warm, welcoming, and engaging. 🎨 @Ashley Cox is officially joining us as our content creator! She’s incredible, and you’ll start seeing a lot more 6DegreesApp content across our social channels. Please give us a follow! 📱 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@6degreesapp0?_r=1&_t=ZT-97oVya7Tiec 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sixdegrees.app?igsh=b2E2aDYxZTF4cTZy&utm_source=qr A huge thank you as well to @Justin Springer, who has offered to coach our Founding Members on sharing the excitement around 6DegreesApp and maximizing the opportunity. We’ll be scheduling that session very soon! 🚀 Phase 1 Launch (Tomorrow!) Our beta launch begins tomorrow! Phase 1 includes: ✅ Creating your profile ✅ Finding trusted people nearby through mutual connections ✅ Viewing member profiles ✅ Sending connection requests ✅ Beginning to test the core experience together 🌎 Phase 2 After we’ve tested and refined the foundation, we’ll begin adding more of the exciting features we’ve been talking about, including trusted recommendations, additional discovery features, affiliate links, and more. We’ll continue building based on your feedback as Founding Members. ⭐ Want to Become a Founding Member? Head to 6DegreesApp.com, enter your email, and watch the VSL to learn everything that’s included.

👋 Welcome to 6DegreesApp! You're here because you're interested in being part of building something. 6DegreesApp is on a mission to prove that the people you need are closer than you think. 🌍 This community is where we share updates, gather feedback, answer questions, and build the future of 6DegreesApp together. ⭐ START HERE ⭐ 1️⃣ Introduce yourself below Tell us where you're from, what you do, and what brought you here. 2️⃣ Join the email list Get app updates, newsletters, beta announcements, and major milestones delivered directly to your inbox. 👉 www.6degreesapp.com 3️⃣ Explore the community Ask questions, share ideas, and follow the build in real time. ⭐ Want to take a bigger role in the build? We're currently accepting our first 1,000 Founding Members. Founding Members receive: 🎖️ Founding Member Badge 💰 40% Lifetime Affiliate Commissions 📱 Grandfathered Business Profile 🚀 Early Access & Beta Testing 🛠️ Direct Input Into the Build 👉 See the Founding Member Module in the Classroom for details. Whether you're here to follow the journey, contribute ideas, or become a Founding Member, we're glad you're here. 🌎 The people you need are closer than you think. — Ashley