Restore Your Soul
Just like a worn-out shoe with a damaged sole, our souls can be worn and in need of repair. Embrace self-care, just like a cobbler meticulously tends to a shoe’s sole. This is a step-by-step guide to repair your soul.
INTRO
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01. APPRAISE 02. WORKBENCH 03. BUFF 04. HEEL WHEEL 05. SOLE PRESS
01. APPRAISE
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Does your soul need a repair?
NO YES
If you have marked ‘NO,’consider an alternative reading material at this time.
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stop
If you have marked ‘YES,’ proceed with care, as you may embark on a transformative journey that might interrupt binge watching Netflix.
proceed
02. WORKBENCH
The Workbench is where most of the hardwork gets done.It’s strong and sturdy and its meant to withstand the hammering of time. This work space is where passion meets craft.
A. Repair Types:
BUFF [Minor Work]
HEEL REPLACEMENT [Intermediate Repair]
SOUL REPLACEMENT [Advanced Restoration]
B. Gather Tools
C. Shimmer with Shoegaze Classics [optional]
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Essentials
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A. HAMMER
B. HEEL REMOVER
C. KNIFE
D. END NIPPER
A. B. C. D.
03. BUFF [MINOR WORK]
Buffing can be analogous to self-care for a person in the following ways:
A. Maintenance and Well-Being:
Just like buffing helps maintain the appearance and longevity of shoes, selfcare help you maintain your physical and mental well-being. Activities, such as exercise, meditation, and proper nutrition, contribute to your overall health and longevity.
B. Enhancing Appearance:
Using a shoe buffer can make shoes look polished & well-kept. Similarly, grooming, skincare, & dressing well can enhance your appearance and boost your self-esteem.
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Sutton Landis S-1000 [Shoe Buffer]
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C. Restoration and Relaxation:
A shoe buffer can restore the shine and luster to worn-out shoes. Activities like getting a massage, taking a hot bath, or engaging in hobbies can refresh your mental and physical state by reducing stress and promoting relaxation.
D. Prevention of Wear and Tear:
The use of a shoe buffer can prevent scuffs and damage. Practices such as adequate sleep, stress management, and maintaining a healthy lifestyle, help prevent physical and mental wear and tear on your mind and body.
Sutton Landis S1000
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04. HEEL WHEEL
[INTERMEDIATE
REPAIR]
A heel replacement as a means of self-care, can be viewed as minor work,and can be achieved in the following way:
Preventing Further Damage: Addressing a worn or damaged heel promptly prevents further harm to the shoe. Similarly, reflecting can prevent minor issues from escalating into more significant health or wellness problems.
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04. SOLE PRESS
[ADVANCED RESTORATION]
Replacing an entire shoe sole symbolizes the major changes and decisions you can make to improve your lifestyle. This means a fresh start.
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A. Sole Press:
Remove that worn-out old sole. Removal of this is not meant to be recycled. Use the Sole Press to attach the new sole [new lifestyle choice] to ensure the sole is reinforced and attached properly.
B. Adapting to Change:
After a sole replacement, the shoe must adapt to the new sole. Similarly, significant life changes often require adaptation and adjustment to the new circumstances and routines. Take your time and enjoy your new soul.
[We sincerely hope for a positive outcome.]
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Acknowledgement
A million thanks to Greg from Colonial Shoe Repair. Greg is one of the kindest souls I have met. He took his time and proudly gave me a tour of his workspace. I learned many new things. Most importantly I was inspired by his skills and the love for his craft.
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Graphic Tendencies ® disclaims all responsibility for any consequences arising from the use of this manual. Proceed to Restore Your Soul at your own risk.
Designed and Printed in Boston, USA by RUDY GUTIERREZ.
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