So, I have been having a pretty rough end of this year. I'm battling against the aftermath of job loss with this massive layoffs from major high profit AAA game studios and how the effects have also devastated many Indie studios. I recently faced a tough rejection for my animation IP, Fervent, after months of preparing for funding.

However, I have a theory on how to grow from all this.

Rejection is an inevitable part of life, affecting us in social circles, professional endeavors, and personal relationships. How we respond to rejection can shape our future experiences and growth. One compelling approach I have been putting into practice, is to embrace rejection like a wolfpack reacts to the loss of an alpha, an attitude vastly different from how a "smarter" mammals might respond to the loss of a vital group member.

Wolves, known for their pack mentality and survival instincts, process the loss of their alpha not with despair, but with resilience and adaptability. Rather than succumbing to chaos, the pack swiftly reorganizes, ensuring that leadership voids are filled and survival strategies are adapted.

By adopting the wolf's mindset, I think anyone can view rejection as an opportunity for transformation and growth. This approach encourages resilience, fostering a climate where adaptability and unity enable the forward movement, even in the face of what seems like an insurmountable loss. Embracing the wolf's reaction to rejection is about finding strength in community, adjusting roles as needed, and prioritizing perseverance over inaction. With this mindset, one can more effectively weather life's inevitable storms, transforming setbacks into powerful stepping stones toward future success.

So that's exactly where I am at. No time for processing the emotional factors of rejections. I am moving right into pushing the development of my IP and completing this project as best I can.

Keep following for updates as I sprint towards the project finish line (cue the cringe worthy wolf howl).