Monthly Moment featuring: Gerard

Gerard was born and raised in Los Angeles, California. He earned his BA in Art with an emphasis in Design at California State University, Northridge. He found his love for design through skateboard decks and comic books. That exposure influenced him to study the medium and make it a part of his everyday life. 

He’s worked in the industry for 15 years with mom and pop shops to Fortune 500 companies on branding and experiences. Outside of design, he’s passionate about martial arts, outdoor adventuring, and is on the quest to visit all the National Parks (16 out of 63 so far). 

1) Where do you find your Moments of Positivity?

I gain that through being grateful for having the life I’m able to lead. I’m fortunate to have an amazing support system that allows me to grow into the person I continually evolve towards. I’ve found positivity in community – by sharing genuine moments with people who share the things (and there are a lot of things) I’m into. I’ve found that once you start building that way, your support system continues to grow in a meaningful way.

2) How do you Claim Your Moment?

I do this by being deliberate about my self-care. As much as I want to help and give my time to everyone, I often forget to take care of myself in the way I need to. Just like everything else, this way of learning can take time and I often need a reminder to give myself grace. Being able to recognize that I’ve claimed a moment is amazing because no matter how one looks at it, I’m leveling up!

Right on Gerard! Thank you for sharing with Positivity Tribe and continue to Claim Your Moment.