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…4 min read·Nov 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…3 min read·May 31, 2022--1--1
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…3 min read·Mar 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…4 min read·Mar 21, 2022----
Tristan SurmanDo you think that the trees are alive?There’s a lot to be said about growing up around trees.3 min read·Mar 8, 2022----
Tristan SurmanWe’re probably not going to save the world, right?No, I mean — really.2 min read·Feb 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…2 min read·Nov 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.4 min read·Nov 24, 2021----
