Tristan SurmanDo people just not do stuff anymore? The problems of organizing in a digital post-COVID world.This weekend I attended a lovely event run by a group of veteran Montréal organizers. The issues on the docket were crucial: housing…Nov 29, 2022Nov 29, 2022
Tristan SurmanIs it just me, or does social media feel emptier than usual?Don’t get me wrong: I still scroll. My addiction is still there. It’s basically a muscle memory at this point. I don’t go onto Instagram or…May 31, 20221May 31, 20221
Tristan SurmanRelapse.It’s like a ghost. It approaches with barely audible creaks, until it haunts you. You’re so immersed in whatever is causing you to lose…Mar 24, 2022Mar 24, 2022
Tristan SurmanHow to revive your passion.Passions eb and flow. They are a nomadic best friend who crosses your path and captures your love for delightful 6 month, 2 year, 4 year…Mar 21, 2022Mar 21, 2022
Tristan SurmanDo you think that the trees are alive?There’s a lot to be said about growing up around trees.Mar 8, 2022Mar 8, 2022
Tristan SurmanWe’re probably not going to save the world, right?No, I mean — really.Feb 7, 2022Feb 7, 2022
Tristan SurmanWhy strategists need a history degree.Strategists are tasked with imagining the future we want to step into — and finding the best pathway to get us there. Sometimes, that’s at…Nov 30, 2021Nov 30, 2021
Tristan SurmanThe choices we have to make (or, maybe burnout is a gift).Over the last couple months I’ve been struggling with the realization that I cannot, in fact, have it all.Nov 24, 2021Nov 24, 2021