2025 word of the year: Growth
Why I chose the word and what I'm hoping to do this year.
Jenn Chen
Writer & photographer with a penchant for chips. I'm endlessly inspired by my child-of-immigrants upbringing, culture, travels, food, and natural elements.
Taking a winter break
A letter to paid subscribers summarizing my thoughts about the year and the winter break.
2024: A reflection on what worked and what didn’t work
In my business and personal life, a look at the good and bad, plus highlights from the year.
BTS
Quieter holidays and time management
For paid subscribers, a look at my attempt at time-blocking.
Holiday gift guide for every interest I have
Dogs, plants, cozy things, and some work items.
BTS
Some thoughts on the future (in general and for tanjennts)
For paid subscribers, some thoughts on what future tanjennts will be like and how I can prioritize joy.
A thrive budget
Not to be confused with a budget that is thriving, if you’re going to anthropomorphize budgets
A post-election letter
A letter to paid subscribers.
Being heard vs feeling heard
Being heard vs feeling heard I want to give a little insight into where my head is at right now. Normally, these meandering thoughts would be sent to paid subscribers, but I figured why not share with everyone. This current season's theme of "New Directions" is
📸 Photo Essays
Photo Essay: Mexico
For paid subscribers, photos from my trip to Mexico.
A thought is just a thought
A nugget of wisdom from my therapist.
📸 Photo Essays
The double houses of San Francisco
Same, but not. The buildings in my neighborhood.