My favorite things about my job (Patreon)

I wanted to write about some of the things that I really like about being in this profession. I will probably do more but here are 3 things from my list of "things I really like about doing fatty comics for a living". 

1. The wholesome person 

I get these surprisingly often and almost always they contain pretty sensitive personal information. It is really humbling to read someone share something so deep and personal and every time I'm amazed by them. These are some of the best things that can keep you going when things are rough and you are really doubting yourself and your ability to create. Knowing your work has inspired someone enough to improve their mental health is the absolute best feeling, if even one person is having an easier time with their problems because of my work then it means what I do matters and that is just incredibly reassuring. Huge thanks to everyone who sends me these, I treasure them all!

2. The person who has had a rough day but still finds joy in my work

These always make me feel really grateful and sympathetic towards the commenter. It is one of the best things to hear for a creator that your work has cheered someone else up that is having a hard time. If even something like a dumb picture of a chubby girl eating pasta is enough to make someone's day better then that's heckin valid. My absolute pleasure to be of service in these trying times! 

3. The memester

I love these, I've even ran into some that are almost passive-agressive but I've yet to see a single meme that has made me feel bad. Even the dumbest jokes always cheer me up! It's a real joy to see people create new things from your own creations!

So thanks as always to everyone who keeps reading, commenting, making meems and participating in any way. You are what makes doing this worthwhile!