Is Dose of Wonder For You?
10 questions to see if this village is your vibe
QUESTION 1 OF 10
When you're struggling, what do you need most?
Someone to witness it without trying to fix it
Practical tools and step-by-step solutions
Motivational content that reminds me I can push through
Distraction — I don't want to think about it
QUESTION 2 OF 10
How do you feel about the phrase "self-optimization"?
Exhausted by it — I'm tired of treating myself like a project
Interested, but I want a grounded, non-hustle version
Excited — I love improving and tracking progress
Neutral — I don't think about it much
QUESTION 3 OF 10
Your ideal essay ends with:
Permission to be exactly as you are, no action required
A reflection question that makes you think deeply
A clear action plan with steps to implement
Inspiration that makes you feel motivated to change
QUESTION 4 OF 10
Which statement resonates most?
"I'm allowed to grieve and be whole at the same time"
"Wonder isn't a luxury — it's a biological necessity"
"I need systems that help me stay productive without burning out"
"I just want to feel better and get back to normal"
QUESTION 5 OF 10
When you read online, you're looking for:
A voice that feels like a thoughtful friend, not a guru
Evidence-based psychology mixed with personal story
Practical frameworks and how-to guides
Quick tips and digestible advice
QUESTION 6 OF 10
How do you feel about "toxic positivity"?
I hate it — life is hard and pretending it's not makes it worse
I see the problem but I still want to find the good
I think positivity is important, even if imperfect
I don't know what that means
QUESTION 7 OF 10
You're most drawn to writing that:
Names the thing you've been feeling but couldn't articulate
Teaches you something new about how your brain/body works
Gives you clear steps to improve your life
Makes you laugh or feel inspired
QUESTION 8 OF 10
Which of these describes you best?
I'm tired of performing "fine" when I'm not
I want to understand the science behind presence and awe
I'm looking for productivity hacks that don't feel like hustle
I'm just browsing and seeing what resonates
QUESTION 9 OF 10
When someone says "slow living," you think:
Yes — it's resistance against a culture that needs me running
Interesting, but I need it grounded in real psychology, not aesthetics
Sounds nice, but unrealistic for my actual life
I'm not sure what that means
QUESTION 10 OF 10
You'd subscribe to a Substack if it offered:
A village of people who are also tired of optimizing themselves to death
Grounded psychology, personal essays, and interactive tools (apps, practices)
Clear frameworks and systems for improving my life
Quick reads that make me feel good
See Your Result