Hello! Thank you for being here. I’m Grant. I share my life in 90 second clips on Instagram and TikTok. This is an extension of the videos I share. One of the best about parts sharing my life publicly is connecting with more of “my people”. Hearing other’s stories, connecting with them, and learning from them has been one of my favorite parts of social media.

Both Instagram and TikTok make connecting with others possible, but difficult. My hope is that this Substack can address that.

For those of you who are new, here is the first video I posted publicly:

What do you write about?

I share in two formats:

1. Periodic life updates - these are free for everyone. Here’s an example.

2. Regular answer to questions - these are for paid subscribers. Here’s an example.

How do the questions work?

1. Anyone can ask me a question here - you do not need to be a subscriber.

2. I answer questions most days

Why questions?

I have some great conversations in DMs many of which start with a question. I love these conversations and think others would enjoy seeing and participating in those discussions as well.

It’s easier for me to answer questions than it is to come up with new content that is relevant. That means I can share more, more often, and, hopefully, more interesting aspects of life.

Why subscribe?

Paid subscribers get access to all past and future questions I answer. I also prioritize their questions.

All subscribers get access to periodic life updates.

Thank you for even considering subscribing. First, you can subscribe for free. I get life is expensive and subscriptions can get tiring. My videos will continue to be free as well.

You may enjoy being a paid subscriber if any of these resonate with you:

1. You enjoy the content I post on Instagram and TikTok

2. You connect with people through vulnerability

3. You are navigating changes in your life

4. You just want to support me :)

My story

A year ago I was living in New York City working at a tech startup as a software engineer. I walked into work one Wednesday in November and lost my job. I was panicked. In January, after some soul searching, I moved into my grandma’s extra bedroom in Los Angeles. I wanted to work on my own business and spend time with her. Two things that I figured I would never regret.

I started building apps. In May I started posting my life on Instagram and TikTok and in June my dad was diagnosed with leukemia. I’ve continued to share my experiencing living with my grandma, helping my dad through his cancer treatment, and navigating life as a 30 year old.

Through this I’ve found an incredible community of people online and am grateful for the stories you’ve shared, the wisdom you’ve imparted, and the support you’ve given.