The Joy of Missing Out
Inspired by Carole Olinger’s talk at WCEU 2023, Michelle and Kathy discuss all the feelings that come up when you cannot attend an event. Michelle, who chose not to attend WordCamp Buffalo even though she was an organizer this year, experienced both joy and sadness of missing out on this year’s event. Kathy recalled events in which others had traveled very far to attend, causing much FOMO, but also a realization that the travel involved wouldn’t be worth it. When you miss out, you can still live vicariously through others and celebrate their successes and connection, even when you’re not there.
