Building a Second Brain with Soul: How Sublime is Reimagining Our Digital Gardens
A Sacred Growth Club Workshop Recap
Yesterday, we had the privilege of hosting
, founder of , for an intimate workshop that is fundamentally shifting how our community thinks about digital knowledge management. For 90 minutes, Sari offered a masterclass that went far beyond typical productivity advice, instead exploring how we might transform our relationship with digital information from mindless consumption to soulful creation.Setting the Stage
Sari’s powerful opening on the state of the internet and our collective anxiety.
The timing couldn’t have been more perfect. As many of us grapple with information overload and the exhausting hamster wheel of social media, Sari presented a vision for something different: a digital space that feels more like a cherished library or neighborhood coffee shop than Times Square.
The Internet’s Crossroads
The Paradox of Information Abundance
Sari began by addressing what she calls the “paradox of our time” – how we’ve gained access to the entirety of human knowledge, yet find ourselves more anxious and scattered than ever. Rather than adding to the chorus of voices advocating digital detox or complete withdrawal, she offered a more nuanced perspective: we can participate in the digital world while maintaining our agency and nurturing our souls.
Reimagining Our Digital Lives
Sari elaborating on digital gardens and the shift from information scarcity to cultivation
From Passive to Active
“We are all creators,” Sari reminded us, “and everyone just feels differently towards the world when we make things.” This simple yet profound observation set the tone for how Sublime approaches personal knowledge management. Creation, she explained, isn’t limited to producing content for social media – it could be shaping a conversation, developing an idea, or curating a collection of inspiring thoughts.
The Architecture of Ideas
One of the most compelling metaphors Sari shared was thinking about digital spaces as places. Just as different physical spaces serve different purposes in our lives, our digital tools should reflect similar intentionality. Sublime provides a dedicated sanctuary for the ideas that make us come alive, separate from the administrative clutter of daily life.
Beyond the Attention Economy
In an era where most platforms compete for our attention, Sublime stands apart by focusing on intention. As Sari eloquently put it,
“We don’t track time spent. The only barometer that matters is whether this tool is useful enough that you pay for it.”
This refreshing approach reflects a deeper understanding of what knowledge workers and creators truly need.
Where Philosophy Meets Practice
Demonstration of how philosophical principles manifest in tool design through Sari’s writing process
“I always know that if I spend time and attention and I spend a couple minutes on Sublime, I'm going to be full of ideas …it just beats the writer's luck every time”
Practical Magic
The workshop wasn’t just philosophical – Sari demonstrated how Sublime’s thoughtfully designed features support creative work:
Cards and Collections
Every piece of inspiration becomes a card
Collections grow organically around themes and intentions
Flexible organization that mirrors how our minds actually work
AI-powered connections that surface relevant ideas when needed
Collaborative Features
Private and public sharing options
Community curation possibilities
A balance between personal space and shared knowledge
No pressure to perform or build an audience
Writing and Creation Support
Integration with Google docs via the Chrome extension
Smart surfacing of relevant material while writing
Support for both structured and serendipitous discovery
Preservation of context and metadata
The Road Ahead
Sari’s vision for how digital spaces might nurture humanity rather than exploit it
The Future of Knowledge Work
What became increasingly clear throughout the workshop was how Sublime represents a larger shift in how we might approach knowledge work in the digital age. As AI takes over more routine tasks, human creativity and curation become increasingly valuable. Sublime is positioned not just as a tool, but as an environment that nurtures these distinctly human capabilities.
Building Sustainable Digital Spaces
Sari’s approach to building Sublime itself reflects the values embedded in the product. Rather than chasing rapid growth or maximizing engagement metrics, the focus is on building something sustainable and meaningful. This resonated deeply with our community’s emphasis on what it means to create a Sacred Business.
Looking Forward
As we wrapped up, many members expressed excitement about joining Sublime’s private beta. What became clear is that this isn’t just another tool – it’s a movement toward a more intentional, soul-centered internet. One where our digital spaces nurture creativity rather than exploit attention.
The future Sari and her team are building feels both revolutionary and deeply familiar – like returning to a favorite reading nook or discovering a perfect new coffee shop. It’s exactly the kind of thoughtful innovation we love to explore in Sacred Growth Club.
For those interested in learning more, Sublime is currently in private beta with plans to launch publicly in Q1 2025. You can join their waitlist at sublime.app.
Thank you, Sari, for sharing your vision with our community and showing us how technology can indeed serve our deeper creative aspirations.
What is Sacred Growth Club?
Sacred Growth Club members receive access to thought provoking workshops like this one plus a wealth of other resources to support their growth as an online entrepreneur. These include:
Monthly business growth and mindset coaching calls
Weekly embodied movement classes
A supportive community of like-minded people
Exclusive workshops with industry experts (like this one with Sari!)
By joining Sacred Growth Club, you're not just getting access to future workshops like this one (the next one is with Leo Babauta of Zen Habits fame) - you're investing in ongoing support for your online business journey.