When life feels uncertain, or just plain out of control, making intentional choices can help us move forward and find our way. Sometimes all it takes is a gentle nudge, but for anyone waiting for that big, obvious sign from the universe: This is it!

This candid collection of essays and artwork is full of reflections, encouragement, and insights on the theme of personal transformation—realistic perspectives to help you move from "staying alive" to nurturing and celebrating the person you know you really are.

From the generous and slightly jaded mind of artist Adam J. Kurtz, these pages explore mental health, identity, handling setbacks, and finding humor in the unknown—and will be a touchstone for seekers, graduates, creatives, and anyone who's trying to figure out what's next (and maybe even feel a little hopeful about it).

Softcover

272 Pages

4.33 x 0.59 x 6.35 in.

ISBN: ‎978-0593192184

Adam J. Kurtz (aka Adam JK) is a designer, artist, and speaker whose illustrative work is rooted in honesty, humor and a little darkness. His books have sold over a million copies in seventeen languages and his offbeat creative work has been featured in NYLON, Adweek, Vice, The New Yorker, and more.

Kurtz speaks frankly about channeling human emotion into creative work, and generally just trying to be more okay with whatever we've got. His most recent book, You Are Here (For Now), is a collection of art and essays about finding your way through the unknown.