Nick Cernak
@nickcernak.com
Dad x2, Husband, Artist, Storyteller, Mindful Technologist, Founder of @northstardigital.design ✨
This song fucks! ❤️ "Cold at Night" - The Mountain Goats ft. Tommy Stinson (LIVE on The Late Show) www.youtube.com/watch?v=pv53...
"Cold at Night" - The Mountain Goats ft. Tommy Stinson (LIVE on The Late Show)
YouTube video by The Late Show with Stephen Colbert
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January 14, 2026 at 8:01 PM
This song fucks! ❤️ "Cold at Night" - The Mountain Goats ft. Tommy Stinson (LIVE on The Late Show) www.youtube.com/watch?v=pv53...
Land of the free, home of the “sorry, there’s still a shortage.” 🦅
January 14, 2026 at 6:25 PM
Land of the free, home of the “sorry, there’s still a shortage.” 🦅
Nothing says “first-world country” like having a valid prescription and still not being able to get your medication, going on now for 2+ years. 🇺🇸✨
🔗: www.fda.gov/drugs/drug-s...
#ADHD #Adderall
🔗: www.fda.gov/drugs/drug-s...
#ADHD #Adderall
FDA Announces Shortage of Adderall
FDA posted a shortage of the immediate release formulation of amphetamine mixed salts, commonly referred to by the brand name Adderall or Adderall IR.
www.fda.gov
January 14, 2026 at 6:24 PM
Nothing says “first-world country” like having a valid prescription and still not being able to get your medication, going on now for 2+ years. 🇺🇸✨
🔗: www.fda.gov/drugs/drug-s...
#ADHD #Adderall
🔗: www.fda.gov/drugs/drug-s...
#ADHD #Adderall
I wish it was Monday, all I want to do is work until I'm dead.
January 9, 2026 at 5:39 PM
I wish it was Monday, all I want to do is work until I'm dead.
Reposted by Nick Cernak
ICE, get the fuck out of Minneapolis.
January 7, 2026 at 9:11 PM
ICE, get the fuck out of Minneapolis.
As I was doing the work of St. Nicholas yesterday, the universe winked at me with this ⚡️ Trips Festival poster w/ Jefferson Airplane, The Collectors, Magic Fern, & Painted Ship rock poster #art by Bob Masse! Spotted at #ElectricFetus in Minneapolis.
🖼️: expressobeans.com/public/detai...
#gigposter
🖼️: expressobeans.com/public/detai...
#gigposter
December 18, 2025 at 4:31 PM
As I was doing the work of St. Nicholas yesterday, the universe winked at me with this ⚡️ Trips Festival poster w/ Jefferson Airplane, The Collectors, Magic Fern, & Painted Ship rock poster #art by Bob Masse! Spotted at #ElectricFetus in Minneapolis.
🖼️: expressobeans.com/public/detai...
#gigposter
🖼️: expressobeans.com/public/detai...
#gigposter
High-conflict environments don’t always leave visible marks.
But they shape how we see ourselves,
how we trust,
and how we carry stress into adulthood.
This isn’t blame.
It’s awareness. ✨
cernak.substack.com/p/facing-the... #Leadership #OriginStory #FacingTheDarkness #NorthstarThinking
But they shape how we see ourselves,
how we trust,
and how we carry stress into adulthood.
This isn’t blame.
It’s awareness. ✨
cernak.substack.com/p/facing-the... #Leadership #OriginStory #FacingTheDarkness #NorthstarThinking
December 16, 2025 at 9:46 PM
High-conflict environments don’t always leave visible marks.
But they shape how we see ourselves,
how we trust,
and how we carry stress into adulthood.
This isn’t blame.
It’s awareness. ✨
cernak.substack.com/p/facing-the... #Leadership #OriginStory #FacingTheDarkness #NorthstarThinking
But they shape how we see ourselves,
how we trust,
and how we carry stress into adulthood.
This isn’t blame.
It’s awareness. ✨
cernak.substack.com/p/facing-the... #Leadership #OriginStory #FacingTheDarkness #NorthstarThinking
Some stories take years before you’re ready to tell them.
Not because the memories aren’t clear -
but because understanding them takes time.
This is part of my origin story.
Not the conclusion.
Just the moment where I stop looking away.
More soon
Not because the memories aren’t clear -
but because understanding them takes time.
This is part of my origin story.
Not the conclusion.
Just the moment where I stop looking away.
More soon
December 16, 2025 at 8:58 PM
Some stories take years before you’re ready to tell them.
Not because the memories aren’t clear -
but because understanding them takes time.
This is part of my origin story.
Not the conclusion.
Just the moment where I stop looking away.
More soon
Not because the memories aren’t clear -
but because understanding them takes time.
This is part of my origin story.
Not the conclusion.
Just the moment where I stop looking away.
More soon
...and let me know. (Now you have an excuse!)
This is a small but meaningful way I choose to practice consent, respect, and digital responsibility - values that guide me both personally and professionally.
open.substack.com/pub/cernak/p...
🛡️ #NCernakFoundation #NCernakStory
This is a small but meaningful way I choose to practice consent, respect, and digital responsibility - values that guide me both personally and professionally.
open.substack.com/pub/cernak/p...
🛡️ #NCernakFoundation #NCernakStory
Butterflies to Bravery
One boy’s journey from nervous first steps to leading with confidence.
open.substack.com
December 14, 2025 at 3:33 AM
...and let me know. (Now you have an excuse!)
This is a small but meaningful way I choose to practice consent, respect, and digital responsibility - values that guide me both personally and professionally.
open.substack.com/pub/cernak/p...
🛡️ #NCernakFoundation #NCernakStory
This is a small but meaningful way I choose to practice consent, respect, and digital responsibility - values that guide me both personally and professionally.
open.substack.com/pub/cernak/p...
🛡️ #NCernakFoundation #NCernakStory
Even though these memories are special to me, I don’t want to accidentally make them public or feed AI training on images they might prefer to keep private.
If any of my friends from that time are comfortable having their face visible, I’d be more than happy to update the photo - just reach out...
If any of my friends from that time are comfortable having their face visible, I’d be more than happy to update the photo - just reach out...
December 14, 2025 at 3:31 AM
Even though these memories are special to me, I don’t want to accidentally make them public or feed AI training on images they might prefer to keep private.
If any of my friends from that time are comfortable having their face visible, I’d be more than happy to update the photo - just reach out...
If any of my friends from that time are comfortable having their face visible, I’d be more than happy to update the photo - just reach out...
🛡️ Respecting Privacy, Even in the Past ❗️
When sharing some of my childhood cheerleading photos, you might notice that I blurred out the faces of friends who were under 18 at the time. I did this intentionally because I am a mindful technologist and respect their privacy.
#NCernakFoundation
When sharing some of my childhood cheerleading photos, you might notice that I blurred out the faces of friends who were under 18 at the time. I did this intentionally because I am a mindful technologist and respect their privacy.
#NCernakFoundation
December 14, 2025 at 3:31 AM
🛡️ Respecting Privacy, Even in the Past ❗️
When sharing some of my childhood cheerleading photos, you might notice that I blurred out the faces of friends who were under 18 at the time. I did this intentionally because I am a mindful technologist and respect their privacy.
#NCernakFoundation
When sharing some of my childhood cheerleading photos, you might notice that I blurred out the faces of friends who were under 18 at the time. I did this intentionally because I am a mindful technologist and respect their privacy.
#NCernakFoundation
✌️ Supported by friends. Lifted by teammates.
Even in something unexpected, giving your best matters. Striving for excellence, respecting the craft, and honoring the trust of those around you is a lesson I carry into every part of my life.
☘️📣 #NCernakFoundation #NCernakStory
Even in something unexpected, giving your best matters. Striving for excellence, respecting the craft, and honoring the trust of those around you is a lesson I carry into every part of my life.
☘️📣 #NCernakFoundation #NCernakStory
December 14, 2025 at 3:29 AM
✌️ Supported by friends. Lifted by teammates.
Even in something unexpected, giving your best matters. Striving for excellence, respecting the craft, and honoring the trust of those around you is a lesson I carry into every part of my life.
☘️📣 #NCernakFoundation #NCernakStory
Even in something unexpected, giving your best matters. Striving for excellence, respecting the craft, and honoring the trust of those around you is a lesson I carry into every part of my life.
☘️📣 #NCernakFoundation #NCernakStory
Pure joy. Gratitude. A smile that says I knew I belonged there. 💚
Read the my story: 🦋 From Butterflies to Bravery 📣
- Sometimes the first step into the unknown is the one that teaches you the most.
open.substack.com/pub/cernak/p... #NCernakFoundation #NCernakStory
Read the my story: 🦋 From Butterflies to Bravery 📣
- Sometimes the first step into the unknown is the one that teaches you the most.
open.substack.com/pub/cernak/p... #NCernakFoundation #NCernakStory
December 14, 2025 at 3:26 AM
Pure joy. Gratitude. A smile that says I knew I belonged there. 💚
Read the my story: 🦋 From Butterflies to Bravery 📣
- Sometimes the first step into the unknown is the one that teaches you the most.
open.substack.com/pub/cernak/p... #NCernakFoundation #NCernakStory
Read the my story: 🦋 From Butterflies to Bravery 📣
- Sometimes the first step into the unknown is the one that teaches you the most.
open.substack.com/pub/cernak/p... #NCernakFoundation #NCernakStory
📣 LET'S GO IRISH ☘️
On the field with legendary Notre Dame Football team at their Blue-Gold Game 💯 cheering for University of Notre Dame, a school that continues to inspire me today!
#NCernakFoundation #NCernakStory
On the field with legendary Notre Dame Football team at their Blue-Gold Game 💯 cheering for University of Notre Dame, a school that continues to inspire me today!
#NCernakFoundation #NCernakStory
December 14, 2025 at 3:24 AM
📣 LET'S GO IRISH ☘️
On the field with legendary Notre Dame Football team at their Blue-Gold Game 💯 cheering for University of Notre Dame, a school that continues to inspire me today!
#NCernakFoundation #NCernakStory
On the field with legendary Notre Dame Football team at their Blue-Gold Game 💯 cheering for University of Notre Dame, a school that continues to inspire me today!
#NCernakFoundation #NCernakStory
Apparently my fifteen minutes weren't up...
This time, front page of the South Bend Tribune:
“His Slam Dunks Are ‘Awesome’ Toe Touches.” by Margaret Fosmoe. Thursday, June 22, 1989, Page 1
📣 #NCernakFoundation #NCernakStory
This time, front page of the South Bend Tribune:
“His Slam Dunks Are ‘Awesome’ Toe Touches.” by Margaret Fosmoe. Thursday, June 22, 1989, Page 1
📣 #NCernakFoundation #NCernakStory
December 14, 2025 at 3:22 AM
Apparently my fifteen minutes weren't up...
This time, front page of the South Bend Tribune:
“His Slam Dunks Are ‘Awesome’ Toe Touches.” by Margaret Fosmoe. Thursday, June 22, 1989, Page 1
📣 #NCernakFoundation #NCernakStory
This time, front page of the South Bend Tribune:
“His Slam Dunks Are ‘Awesome’ Toe Touches.” by Margaret Fosmoe. Thursday, June 22, 1989, Page 1
📣 #NCernakFoundation #NCernakStory
December 14, 2025 at 3:19 AM
I was featured in the local newspaper at age 11 for being a cheerleader at Christ the King School in South Bend, Indiana.
“Camp Trains Cheerleader To Be Hip-Hip.” By Maggie Sieger, South Bend Tribune Staff Writer, Friday, June 17, 1988. - Page 10 #NCernakFoundation
“Camp Trains Cheerleader To Be Hip-Hip.” By Maggie Sieger, South Bend Tribune Staff Writer, Friday, June 17, 1988. - Page 10 #NCernakFoundation
December 14, 2025 at 3:17 AM
I was featured in the local newspaper at age 11 for being a cheerleader at Christ the King School in South Bend, Indiana.
“Camp Trains Cheerleader To Be Hip-Hip.” By Maggie Sieger, South Bend Tribune Staff Writer, Friday, June 17, 1988. - Page 10 #NCernakFoundation
“Camp Trains Cheerleader To Be Hip-Hip.” By Maggie Sieger, South Bend Tribune Staff Writer, Friday, June 17, 1988. - Page 10 #NCernakFoundation
📣 First year cheerleading!
First year on the cheer squad. Curious. Nervous. Willing to try.
First year on the cheer squad. Curious. Nervous. Willing to try.
December 14, 2025 at 3:14 AM
📣 First year cheerleading!
First year on the cheer squad. Curious. Nervous. Willing to try.
First year on the cheer squad. Curious. Nervous. Willing to try.
🦋 From Butterflies to Bravery 📣
Sometimes the first step into the unknown is the one that teaches you the most.
open.substack.com/pub/cernak/p... #NCernakFoundation #NCernakStory
Sometimes the first step into the unknown is the one that teaches you the most.
open.substack.com/pub/cernak/p... #NCernakFoundation #NCernakStory
Butterflies to Bravery
One boy’s journey from nervous first steps to leading with confidence.
open.substack.com
December 14, 2025 at 3:13 AM
🦋 From Butterflies to Bravery 📣
Sometimes the first step into the unknown is the one that teaches you the most.
open.substack.com/pub/cernak/p... #NCernakFoundation #NCernakStory
Sometimes the first step into the unknown is the one that teaches you the most.
open.substack.com/pub/cernak/p... #NCernakFoundation #NCernakStory
“I stayed with the game - and the game stayed with me.”
I played hockey off and on through all three years at St. Joseph High School, finishing my senior year still chasing improvement.
Today, I coach my son’s hockey team.
Same lessons. New generation.
Go Mavericks. 🏒
I played hockey off and on through all three years at St. Joseph High School, finishing my senior year still chasing improvement.
Today, I coach my son’s hockey team.
Same lessons. New generation.
Go Mavericks. 🏒
December 13, 2025 at 8:28 PM
“I stayed with the game - and the game stayed with me.”
I played hockey off and on through all three years at St. Joseph High School, finishing my senior year still chasing improvement.
Today, I coach my son’s hockey team.
Same lessons. New generation.
Go Mavericks. 🏒
I played hockey off and on through all three years at St. Joseph High School, finishing my senior year still chasing improvement.
Today, I coach my son’s hockey team.
Same lessons. New generation.
Go Mavericks. 🏒
“Coaching changes lives... especially when it comes from home.”
My second year, my dad coached our team: Coke Is It!
I could skate now, but more importantly, I belonged.
At the end of the season, we surprised him with this hockey stick signed by every player. I still have 🏒 , and those memories.
My second year, my dad coached our team: Coke Is It!
I could skate now, but more importantly, I belonged.
At the end of the season, we surprised him with this hockey stick signed by every player. I still have 🏒 , and those memories.
December 13, 2025 at 7:31 PM
“Coaching changes lives... especially when it comes from home.”
My second year, my dad coached our team: Coke Is It!
I could skate now, but more importantly, I belonged.
At the end of the season, we surprised him with this hockey stick signed by every player. I still have 🏒 , and those memories.
My second year, my dad coached our team: Coke Is It!
I could skate now, but more importantly, I belonged.
At the end of the season, we surprised him with this hockey stick signed by every player. I still have 🏒 , and those memories.
🏒 "I couldn’t really skate yet, but I knew I wanted to be out there." 🥅
I discovered hockey when I was 6 or 7, watching my cousin Peter play for the University of Notre Dame.
It looked dangerous. Fast. Beautiful.
I fell in love immediately, and asked my parents if I could play.
#NCernakFoundation
I discovered hockey when I was 6 or 7, watching my cousin Peter play for the University of Notre Dame.
It looked dangerous. Fast. Beautiful.
I fell in love immediately, and asked my parents if I could play.
#NCernakFoundation
December 13, 2025 at 6:57 PM
🏒 "I couldn’t really skate yet, but I knew I wanted to be out there." 🥅
I discovered hockey when I was 6 or 7, watching my cousin Peter play for the University of Notre Dame.
It looked dangerous. Fast. Beautiful.
I fell in love immediately, and asked my parents if I could play.
#NCernakFoundation
I discovered hockey when I was 6 or 7, watching my cousin Peter play for the University of Notre Dame.
It looked dangerous. Fast. Beautiful.
I fell in love immediately, and asked my parents if I could play.
#NCernakFoundation
2/... both beautiful and expressive. Art gave it context; it wasn’t about shock, but understanding form, light, and presence.
🖼️: Depicted here is “Jade,” a model my father photographed during his program. This experience shaped how I view beauty, respect, & the artistic potential of the human form.
🖼️: Depicted here is “Jade,” a model my father photographed during his program. This experience shaped how I view beauty, respect, & the artistic potential of the human form.
December 12, 2025 at 2:01 AM
2/... both beautiful and expressive. Art gave it context; it wasn’t about shock, but understanding form, light, and presence.
🖼️: Depicted here is “Jade,” a model my father photographed during his program. This experience shaped how I view beauty, respect, & the artistic potential of the human form.
🖼️: Depicted here is “Jade,” a model my father photographed during his program. This experience shaped how I view beauty, respect, & the artistic potential of the human form.
Being the son of an artist, I was exposed to the human form at an age when it felt natural and unremarkable. Growing up with a Catholic education, I had seen nudity before in art through the stories of Adam and Eve, or in classical representations, and I quickly learned to see the human body as ...
December 12, 2025 at 1:59 AM
Being the son of an artist, I was exposed to the human form at an age when it felt natural and unremarkable. Growing up with a Catholic education, I had seen nudity before in art through the stories of Adam and Eve, or in classical representations, and I quickly learned to see the human body as ...
A little 8-year-old looking up in awe at the Eiffel Tower, Paris, 1985. 🇫🇷
December 12, 2025 at 12:32 AM
A little 8-year-old looking up in awe at the Eiffel Tower, Paris, 1985. 🇫🇷