> ## Content Index > Fetch the complete content index at: https://www.protein.xyz/llms.txt > Use this file to discover other available public pages before exploring further. # #675 | New Reports, Free Workshops & Good Vibes đŸ€™ - URL: https://www.protein.xyz/675-new-reports-free-workshops-and/ - Published: 2021-01-08T13:52:42.000Z - Updated: 2021-01-08T13:52:42.000Z - Author: Protein - Tags: Supplement, #Migrated-1715700289252, #Import 2024-05-14 15:25 ### And you thought 2020 was nuts 
 We’re only eight days into the new year and you’ve already told us [how messed up everything feels](https://www.proteincommunity.com/posts/how-are-we-feeling-about-2021-so-far?ref=protein.xyz). From the [inexcusable scenes](https://gal-dem.com/joe-biden-is-wrong-us-capitol-mob-is-america/?ref=protein.xyz) in Washington, National lockdowns [across Europe](https://www.theguardian.com/world/2021/jan/05/as-parts-of-uk-enter-third-covid-lockdown-how-does-rest-of-europe-compare?ref=protein.xyz) and -10C snow storms [in the UK](https://www.standard.co.uk/news/uk/uk-weather-snow-freezing-fog-b728584.html?ref=protein.xyz), 2021 is already looking like another crazy ride. But fear not, the *[Air](https://www.proteincommunity.com/posts/10457163?ref=protein.xyz)*[ epoch](https://www.proteincommunity.com/posts/10457163?ref=protein.xyz) is among us and you’ve got your trusted round-up of toasty links to warm you up, bring back the vibes and remind us of [times like these](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m%5FqewI-1cEs&ref=protein.xyz). So if you’re looking for another comfort blanket to the world outside, we’ve pulled together an extra strong line-up of events to get you through January. And, if you ever need a distraction, a chat or to take your mind off things 
 you know what you need to do: [Join Protein](https://www.proteincommunity.com/sign%5Fup?ref=protein.xyz) --- #### [#reports](https://www.proteincommunity.com/topics/948125?ref=protein.xyz) - Our next DIRTY WORDS report is dropping early Feb, so if you’re wondering how brands can be more authentic, why people are dumping Instagram and what the future of *influence* is, then leave [your details here](https://www.proteincommunity.com/posts/scheduled/a-series-of-dirty-words-influence?ref=protein.xyz) #### [#interesting](https://www.proteincommunity.com/topics/964353?ref=protein.xyz) - How was [Christmas during a pandemic for you?](https://www.proteincommunity.com/posts/christmas-during-a-pandemic-was?ref=protein.xyz) - [Flock Together](https://www.instagram.com/flocktogether.world/?ref=protein.xyz) is a support club combatting the underrepresentation of black, brown & POC in nature - [Scarcity as an API](https://thegeneralist.substack.com/p/scarcity-as-an-api) - Acronym just launched an [online exhibition](https://skyanycolour.com/?ref=protein.xyz) bringing together 50 artists and designers to explore humanity’s increasingly complex relationship with the future and it’s đŸ”„ - LEGO has made a [botanical collection](https://www.designboom.com/design/lego-botanical-collection-bonsai-flowers-01-04-2020/?ref=protein.xyz) for adults - An [interesting read](https://onezero.medium.com/the-giving-apps-how-venmo-and-cash-app-upended-a-century-old-charity-model-82778a2df2eb?ref=protein.xyz) on the rise of direct digital giving, making charity more interpersonal again and providing fast support for people in need - Colleen Tighe unpacks the [underlying problems with Instagram](https://www.ssense.com/en-us/editorial/culture/deconstructing-the-instagram?ref=protein.xyz) - You need to know about [Social Tokens](https://2020inreview.forefront.news/?ref=protein.xyz) and why they’re going to change everything - How consumers’ four quadrants of taste should [shape your brand strategy](https://andjelicaaa.substack.com/p/taste-map) - Forget programming, the best skill to teach children is [reinvention](https://www.wired.co.uk/article/yuval-noah-harari-extract-21-lessons-for-the-21st-century?ref=protein.xyz) in this (still relevant) long read from Yuval Noah Harari - Looking for some astrological guidance through 2021? The CHANI [7 Day Forecast](https://apps.apple.com/gb/app/chani/id1532791252?ref=protein.xyz) is all you need - And if you’re wondering, here’s how to [start a cultural movement](https://officehours.substack.com/p/39-how-to-create-your-own-cultural) #### [#events](https://www.proteincommunity.com/events?ref=protein.xyz) - **Daily** \- Our friends at [FRAME](https://moveyourframe.com/?ref=protein.xyz) have taken their incredible classes online to keep you moving all day *errrrrday*, so if you’re looking for some Cher-obics or Beyonce barre, [head this way](https://moveyourframe.com/on-demand/?ref=protein.xyz). Remember, [Protein Studios](https://www.proteinstudios.com/work?ref=protein.xyz) members get FREE classes 💯 - **Daily** \- Want to accelerate performance, increase productivity, communication, confidence, focus, alleviate stress, anxiety, fatigue and help reduce negative emotions such as anger, fear, frustration and depression? Yeah, we thought you might 
 sounds like you need some [Breathpod in your routine](https://www.instagram.com/breathpod/channel?ref=protein.xyz) - **13th Jan** \- [Ethics in Street and Documentary Photography](https://www.proteincommunity.com/events/ethics-in-street-and-documentary-photography-webinar?ref=protein.xyz) is a discussion around the responsibilities that come with documentary photography with Simon King - **14th-30th Jan** \- gal-dem present [Rest and Reset](https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/o/gal-demcom-8346425849?ref=protein.xyz), ⁣covering everything from spirituality and wellbeing, to finances and culture – all led by incredible creatives and experts - **16th Jan** \- [What’s My Purpose?](https://www.proteincommunity.com/events/whats-my-purpose-free-lgbtq-workshop?ref=protein.xyz) This free LGBTQ+ workshop equips participants with new self-care and empowerment tools for personal growth; challenging self-imposed narratives and bringing more awareness to the impact that our stories can have on deciding our own future - **20th Jan** \- [Yoga with Gina](https://www.proteincommunity.com/events/yoga-with-gina?ref=protein.xyz) is a 60 minute meditation, Vinyasa, and Yoga Nidra with our very own Gina Stewart that's suitable for all levels. It's happening at 7pm GMT and an optional donations is appreciated - **21st Jan** \- [Protein Members Meet-up](https://www.proteincommunity.com/events/protein-members-meetup-10820747?ref=protein.xyz) 👋 - **25th Jan** \- [Rules of Growth](https://www.proteincommunity.com/events/an-introduction-to-rules-of-growth-10820868?ref=protein.xyz) a free workshop with Protein Founder & CEO, William Rowe, to help you grow your business, your team or yourself in a sustainable way - **30th Jan** \- [Play Your Self](https://www.proteincommunity.com/events/play-your-self-free-lgbtq-workshop?ref=protein.xyz) is a free LGBTQ+ workshop using script-writing as a tool for self-enquiry. You'll be guided through a simple process of character building and story telling, exploring the protagonist and antagonist of your own personal narrative > **Want to see your event listed here?** Make sure you [add it here](https://www.proteincommunity.com/events/new?ref=protein.xyz) Until next month. Hold tight and stay safe ♄ Your friends at [Protein](https://www.proteincommunity.com/?ref=protein.xyz). --- **SMALL PRINT:** [Protein](https://prote.in/?ref=protein.xyz) is a place where people and ideas grow đŸŒ± We do this through our global [community](https://www.proteincommunity.com/?ref=protein.xyz), [agency](https://www.proteinagency.com/?ref=protein.xyz), and [studio](https://www.proteinstudios.com/?ref=protein.xyz) space. We believe we’ve all got a responsibility to think and act bigger than ourselves and that "good growth" can only be achieved by balancing progress, profit, and purpose. Yes, we really have published 675 issues of this newsletter. The first [Protein Supplement](https://protein.substack.com/) was sent on 17th September 1997 to 14 people and (other than a few breaks over the years) has always aimed to distill what’s happening at the intersection of culture and technology into a concise and accessible digest. If you’re interested in digging into the (incomplete) archive, you can [here](https://protein.substack.com/archive). You can also find us on [Insta](https://www.instagram.com/protein/?ref=protein.xyz), [Twitter](https://www.twitter.com/protein/?ref=protein.xyz), [The Dots](https://the-dots.com/pages/protein-71243?ref=protein.xyz), [Telegram](https://t.me/proteincommunity?ref=protein.xyz), [iTunes](https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/stories-of-growth/id1449302502?ref=protein.xyz), and [Linkedin](https://www.linkedin.com/company/protein-?ref=protein.xyz). We always like to hear from you and how we can improve what we do, so if you want to get in touch about anything, please use [this form](https://prote.in/contact?ref=protein.xyz).