This week something wild happened at work. My boss pulled me aside after watching one of my YouTube videos and basically said he sees me growing fast outside of my job. In the most respectful way, he said he didn’t want to hold me back. He even suggested that maybe I shift into part-time so I can get my time back and put more energy into acting, YouTube, and the businesses I’ve been building. That hit me. On one hand, I’m newly married, living in an apartment with my wife, trying to buy a house, and thinking about a baby next year. Stability matters. On the other hand, this feels like one of those life signals that shows up when you’re starting to grow into the next version of yourself. He said we could try it for a season, maybe 6 months. My coworker is about to go on paternity leave, so I’d probably shift into part-time after he’s back in January or February. I’d still keep steady income, but I’d also get back real time to build Actor Media Company, grow my YouTube, take more acting jobs, and create the life I’m actually trying to build. I’ve been thinking really deeply about it. Is this a risk? Yes. Is it also an opportunity? I think so. Sometimes success shows up disguised as a scary decision. I’m curious how y’all handle moments like this. Have you ever been at a crossroads where the “safe” option and the “growth” option didn’t match up? How did you decide? Appreciate any wisdom from this community. 🙏🏾

🎂 What a week. I celebrated my birthday and then shot down to Orlando to celebrate my nephew’s birthday too. His is three days after mine, so that little tradition is locked in every year and it always fills my cup. ❄️ Back home, Georgia decided to surprise all of us with the first snow of the season. It was wild seeing snow hit the ground in the middle of everything going on. 🎤 On the creative side, I had a singing audition for The Last 5 Years. I am really proud of how it went, and now I am in that waiting stage where you try to stay calm and not refresh your inbox every five minutes. 🎬 I also stepped on set for my first commercial shoot through my acting agency. It was at Trilith Studios, which felt surreal. Being on a lot like that gave me a whole new shot of energy for where I want to take my career. 📈 On YouTube, my video on Frugal Living took off. Seems like that topic really resonated. If there are angles you want me to explore around money, simplicity, or lifestyle habits, I would love to hear what you want a video on next. 🤝 Last thing. I edited a video for my cousin this week. He asks me a lot to help with videos and I never really want to do it, but I also never know how to say no. Still learning how to navigate that without feeling guilty. If anyone has advice on how to set boundaries with people you care about, drop it here. How are you all doing this week?

🌟 How’s everyone’s week been? I’m wrapping mine up and wanted to check in before the weekend hits. 🎭 Auditioned for two theater shows and got a callback for one. Pretty sure I didn’t book either, but that’s alright. I signed up for In The Heights next week so now I’m locking in on a song and monologue. 👔 Been posting my daily outfits on Instagram. Today is day five. Just showing how stacking consistent days can turn into something even if you don’t know what that “something” is yet. 🦷 Hit the dentist for my 6 month cleaning. Small routines matter. 💙 This week marks 18 years since my dad passed. Thinking about him always puts things in perspective. 🎤 Picked up a new phone tripod and started using a lav mic for my videos. Little upgrades but they make everything feel cleaner. 🏆 Got nominated for Best Supporting Actor in the 2025 Atlanta BroadwayWorld Awards. Still sinking in. 🔥 A lot going on but I’m trying to keep pushing, get 1% better every day, and lean into hard things because they’re shaping the next version of me. How are y’all doing? What wins or struggles showed up for you this week?

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