A conversation with the biggest globe himself, we talk about not boxing yourself and expanding your horizons
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GROWTH IN SILENCE
just here to give you a lil reminder that you got this keep grinding, learning, it’s coming
EDITOR’S LETTER
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THE CONSTANT
An ode to mothers and the quiet strength that shapes us.
This issue is a playful exploration of that delicate balance between nature and nurture. while encouraging you to stay on tthe course
GAMES AND FACTS
did you know about these facts? hmm cap enjoy some games and take the chance to relax your mind.
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Editor’s letter
Welcome to Issue 6.
This time, we’re diving into one of the oldest, most personal conversations Nature vs. Nurture. It’s a question that lives quietly beneath so many of our stories: Are we born with certain strengths, or are we shaped into them? Do our roots define us, or do we bloom based on how we’re watered?
In these pages, we explore that balance.
You’ll walk with artists who found themselves through moments of encouragement, community, trial, and tenderness. Mothers whose strength feels carved into her bones a quiet force of nature, unshaken by storms. One found light in a mentor’s words. Another found direction in the silence of isolation. Each story speaks to the soft power of nurturing how the right environment, even for a moment, can change everything.
Throughout this issue, you’ll find small moments meant to center you, or spark something new gentle reminders and quiet nudges placed between the stories. As always, this issue isn’t about having answers. It’s about giving space to reflect, to see yourself and others more clearly. Maybe you’ll come away more certain of who you are or maybe just more open to how beautifully complex we all are.
Thank you for growing with us. With love, Safe Place Magazine
CHRIZI JAMER
Written by Zainab Almatwari
THE GLOBE IS YOURS
The biggest globe, the one and only Chrizi jamer. i had the pleasure to ask the big man himself a few questions to see what insipires him, what makes him HIM, ENJOY.
when you’re not dropping new music or music that taps into different sounds, how do you deal with the pressure of public perception and the constant changes across time? Do you feel pressure to constantly perform or prove your versatility?
it starts with knowing who you are outside of the music. I don’t tie my identity to just one sound or moment; I let and allow myself to evolve, even when I’m not actively dropping. Whether I’m releasing music or not, I stay tapped in creatively writing music, studying music industry and observing the people that inspire me and experimenting different sounds. That’s what keeps me fluid.
As for public perception, I don’t feel pressure to constantly prove versatility because I know it’s already in me. I move with intention, not urgency. If anything, the pressure pushes me to stay sharp, but never to lose myself. I set the tone and the trends, not the opposite.
What stage of the music creation process is your favorite? Is it when you find the perfect melody and sound, those soul sinking 2 liners, picking art covers, choosing songs and their order in the project, etc.?
Honestly, I’m so passionate about what I do that I genuinely enjoy every part of the process. From creating the sound in the studio to crafting soul-hitting lines, picking cover art, and even shaping the marketing strategy; I take my time to appreciate each step. It’s all part of the bigger picture which is being an well established artist, so I love being hands-on with every piece of it..
You often include French in your songs. Why does bilingual fusion matter to you? How does that show up sonically? For example, if you’re singing in Arabic and English, you can tap into different vocal scales in Arabic than you would in English, reshaping the song sonically not only lyrically. Is that similar when it comes to French?
Including French, Swahili or Lingala in my music isn’t just about language; it’s about presence and identity. Sonically, it definitely adds
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a different texture. Just like singing in Arabic opens up new vocal scales and tones, French, Swahili or Lingala carry their own rhythm, emotion, and cadence that can reshape a melody. It allows me to explore different pockets in the beat and bring a unique dynamic that wouldn’t hit the same in just one language. It’s not just about switching tongues, it’s about shifting the feeling.
You are deeply community-centered, whether it’s through gestures like gifting mothers on Mother’s Day
or hosting video shoots that feel more like inclusive gatherings than closed sets. Why does it matter to you to merge creativity with community, and how would you describe the creative community in Maine along with your connection to it?
Because real impact happens when art serves people. Creativity is my voice, and community gives it purpose. For me, creativity without community feels incomplete it’s not just about self-expression but about connecting, uplifting, and giving something meaningful back to those around me.(cont pg 16)
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DON’T FEEL PRESSURE TO CONSTANTLY PROVE VERSATILITY BECAUSE I KNOW IT’S ALREADY IN ME.
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MUSIC IS AND HAS ALWAYS BEEN BOTH A PRIMARY CANAL FOR EXPRESSION AND A SAFE SPACE FOR ME TO FACE AND FEEL MY EMOTIONS
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Whether through thoughtful gestures like Mother’s Day gifts or transforming video shoots into community-centric experiences, I aim to ensure people feel seen, included, and valued. Creativity is a powerful tool, but when aligned with service and shared experiences, it fosters something lasting that’s where legacy begins. Maine boasts a wealth of creative talent, but for minorities, the sense of community can often feel limited and disconnected, with clear gaps in access to resources, support, and visibility. That’s why I stay intentional about showing up, creating spaces, opportunities, and building bridges because if we don’t create our own lanes, we risk being left out of the story completely.
When I experience something extraordinary or an intense feeling, I run to my pen and paper first. Are you the type of creative who wants to translate every emotion into a project immediately, almost like a coping skill? Or do you prefer clearing your head, some creatives even meditate before the studio, then stepping into your creative process?
It really depends. A lot of times, I run straight to create when I’m feeling something intense it’s my way of expressing myself and a big part of how I cope. But there are moments when I need time to sit with what I’m feeling and really process it before I turn it into something. Music is spiritual for me, and I respect the emotion behind it. It’s not just an outlet; it’s a way of life. When you love it that much, it becomes part of how you exist, not just how you create.
In “Everything Is Good” you emphasize “I love my women pretty I make sure they look good.” If you had 5 minutes to style a woman, what would be your go to pieces, colors, or particular fashion designers?
If I had 5 minutes, I’m going for timeless and confident. A sleek black dress or a clean twopiece set something that hugs right but still leaves a little to the imagination. Gold accessories always elevate, and I’m big on scent something subtle but unforgettable. For shoes, heels with personality, not just height… I feel like sometimes it’s less about labels and more about how she wears it. Confidence is the real statement piece.
What’s one song that you wish you had written differently and how would you write it now?
As an artist, I often feel like there’s always more I could give or add on when I look back at my arts. But the truth is, I wouldn’t go back and change anything. Each piece reflects where I was emotionally, sonically, and creatively at that moment and I can live with that. It’s all part of the journey, that’s the beauty of art.
For this stage of your journey-- from performances
to new projects, what do you ideally want from your audience? Do you have any hopes for how your music is perceived? Should we be anticipating anything and having expectations, or is this a private time in your creative process?
want my audience to really take the time to appreciate the art the way I take my time crafting it for them. Every detail matters to me—from the lyrics to the production—so it means a lot when that same care is reflected in how it’s received. I also hope to see that energy match in person, especially during shows and meet
& greets. That mutual exchange is what makes the experience unforgettable
Things get harder before you level up. Know that.
I want my music to connect on different levels to feel so personal and relatable that it becomes a part of your daily life. That’s always the goal: timeless, replayable music that speaks to you no matter the mood. JUST SAYF**K IT
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you’re rare, you’re one of a kind.
Right now, I’m working on a new mixtape while preparing for tour, so you can definitely expect new music, tour dates, and a few surprises I’ve been putting together behind the scenes. As far as expectations, I want my fans to expect nothing less than quality, greatness, and consistency moving forward. And to top it all off, you can expect my very first headlining concert by the end of this year.
Styled by Christian Fataki
"I dont really need to stress myself cause i know i'ts gon be my time"
CHRIZI JAMER
Birds fly fish swim do what you do
Growth in silence
There is a kind of beauty that doesn’t speak.
GARNON
God Builds in Silence
Every thing in nature is strength, resilience, pain, growth, but take a look at the growth, take a look of the beauty of it. it doesn’t have to scream at you “ooh look at my branches, I am so beautiful”, no people can just look and recognise the beauty. what you’re doing by yourself, all those lil actions, all those things you’re striving for, whatever you are praying for it’s coming!!!
just here to give you a lil reminder that you got this keep grinding, learning, it’s coming
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TAKE YOUR TIME
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Fill in the blank squares so that each row, each column and each 3-by-3 block contain all of the digits 1 thru 9. If you use logic you can solve the puzzle without guesswork.
Sudoku by KrazyDad, Volume 1, Book 1
Sudoku
LET THIS BE YOUR SAFE PLACE, LET THE HEAVY PARTS STAY ON THIS PAGE
WHAT’S ON YOUR Mind?
DID YOU KNOW
* Did you knowcats have over 100 vocal chords
* Did you knowyour tongue is the fastest healing part of your body
* Did you knowdragonflies have 6 legs but can’t walk
* Did you know you can’t tickle yourself?
* Did you knowThe Great Wall of China is approximately 6,430 Km long (3,995 miles)
* Did you knowonly female mosquitoes bite
* Did you knowthat you can spell the word ‘level’ the same backwards
Well, now you know!
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BE STILL
Nature doesn’t wave its arms or shine with polish. It doesn’t call you over or explain itself. It simply exists carved over time, shaped by pressure, deepened by shadow, softened by light. These canyons weren’t formed overnight. They were sculpted by wind and water, grain by grain, moment by moment not for the world to witness, but because change was inevitable.
That’s the story of becoming.
You may not see your transformation in the mirror every day. You may feel like nothing is moving, like your effort disappears into silence. But you are shaping yourself moment by moment, choice by choice. And like these walls of stone, you are being formed by forces that don’t always make noise: discipline, healing, trust, time.
There’s something holy in that kind of becoming.
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PLACE
Not all growth is visible.
Not all strength is sharp.
Not all beauty needs to be announced.
Sometimes it’s enough to become quietly.
Like sandstone, you shift layered with experience, memory, and soft resilience. People might not understand how long you’ve stood, how much you’ve endured, how deep your roots go. They might only see the surface.
But you know better.
You’ve been shaped by everything that tried to wear you down and yet here you are, still forming, still standing.
Let that be enough. Let that be your testimony.
MAGAZINE
Nature doesn’t rush, and yet look what it builds.
Rivers move through rock, not because they force their way through, but because they are consistent. Sunlight finds the smallest cracks. And over time, what seems impossible becomes art.
So whatever you’re working on your healing, your vision, your growth, know this: it’s coming. You don’t have to perform it. You don’t have to explain it.
Just stay with it.
Because even if the world isn’t clapping yet, you are becoming something unshakable.
And when they finally see it, they’ll know this wasn’t sudden.
This was earned. This was sculpted.
YOU’RE THE GREATEST PROJECT YOU WILL EVER
Actually
the CONSTANT
Mother ;
[muhth-er] noun
One person who does the work of 20 for free
An ode to mothers and the quiet strength that shapes us.
“We enter the world needing her.” Before we have words, before we understand safety, she is both.
In her arms, we find a rhythm that feels like home steady, warm, familiar. She is the first place we know. Nature wrapped in nurture. In those early years, she is everything: our translator, protector, provider, and soft landing. We look to her when we fall. We look to her when we don’t understand. Her presence builds the foundation for how we see the world and ourselves. Then we grow. Little by little, we start pulling away, testing our edges. We declare our independence with shaky voices and strong opinions. At some point, we believe we know more than her. We roll our eyes. We keep secrets. We call less. We forget that her silence doesn’t mean absence it means she’s watching, waiting, letting us find our way.
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We never really outgrow needing her we just grow into understanding how deep that need runs.
And then something shifts.
Maybe it’s age. Maybe it’s experience. Maybe it’s pain. But one day, we see her differently. Not as the one who hovered, but the one who held. Not as someone who was always there but someone who chose to be, again and again, even when it was hard.
“She is not just strength, she is patience, sacrifice, and love that stays.”
GRANDMA
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“She’s Still With You”
From one heart to another.
There are things we carry without needing to say them out loud. And love like hers it never really goes.
You move through the world now a little differently. Not smaller, just more aware of the spaces where she used to be. But look closely.
She’s not gone from you. She’s in the decisions you make without hesitation, the calm you offer others, the way you still hear her voice when no one else is speaking.
She raised you with enough to last and whether she knew it or not, she was planting pieces of herself in everything you’d one day need.
So take your time. Stand how she taught you with grace, with grit. Let your life keep becoming something she’d be proud of, not because you owe her, but because she’s already a part of everything you do.
You’re not lost. You’re becoming. And she’s still with you in the becoming.
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LOVE A LIL HARDER.
To all the mothers the biological ones, the chosen ones, the mother figures, the quiet nurturers thank you. Your strength is not just in what you do, but in who you are. You are the beginning of us, the mirror, the anchor, the reminder that love doesn’t always shout.
Sometimes, it just stays
DONNA CLEMENTS
DAKOTA HASEY
KENDRA CHUBBUCK
AMARI SKYE MARCANO
A little soul who made me softer and stronger all at once.
THEARTOF just showin up
I know I always say this in every issue but i can’t stress this enough, JUST SHOW UP. You know, it’s funny how we often wait for this perfect wave of motivation to crash over us before we tackle something new, right? Like, we think we need to be bursting with enthusiasm to start that creative project, or have boundless energy to hit the gym (not that i am going lol). But honestly, the real secret? It’s just about showing up. Forget the grand gestures or the perfect plan. If you’ve been wanting to try something, anything, just put yourself there. Even if it’s just for a few minutes, a couple of times a week. That consistent act of presence, that subtle commitment to just be there, is where the magic truly begins. It starts to grow on you, slowly but surely. So, what are you showing up for this week?
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