This feels important*

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Notes from a design researcher collecting patterns in our common life. Expect meandering essays, weird charts, & the odd napkin sketch.

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About Catherine Woodiwiss

I write This feels important*, a collection of rambling essays, weird charts, and napkin sketches about common life. I also host, build, and design things for social healing. Journalist & designer in Austin, TX.

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