cancelled momocon appearance
apologies for the later announcement as the convention started today, but i will no longer be going to momocon as a content creator this year. this would have been year 2 going as well as a content creator.
i felt it was only fair to most my friends and those who actually support my work to announce this choice of mine.
over the past few weeks, i have had to prioritize my mental health and recovery, and after taking time to really reflect on where I'm at, i realized traveling and taking on another convention so soon just wouldn't be the healthiest decision for me right now.
i'm doing much better and taking things one step at a time, attending Anime Central this past weekend was already a huge step forward for me, and I'm excited to share the content I created there soon.
while i'm genuinely sad to miss out on momocon and seeing everyone, i know choosing rest and stability right now is the right decision.
thank you all for the kindness, patience, and support. thank you again so so much momocon for accepting me in the program once again, so sorry to disappoint, i sincerely hope you all will consider me for the program again next year.
i truly appreciate it more than you know, and i hope to return stronger in the future.
have fun, momma loves y'all !! <3
- Momma Seph (Persephone)
Deciding to cancel an anticipated convention appearance, like Persephone did for Momocon 2024, highlights an important but often overlooked aspect of the content creator community: mental health. From personal experience and conversations with fellow creators, the pressures of constant travel, engagement, and content production can add up quickly and impact wellbeing significantly. Taking a step back, as Persephone shared, is not a sign of quitting but of responsible self-care. Balancing participation in events like Momocon requires physical stamina and emotional readiness — especially for content creators who often juggle preparing their panels, recording sessions, and community interactions. Persephone’s choice to prioritize recovery after recently attending Anime Central illustrates a gradual and mindful approach to managing these commitments. For anyone in similar shoes, it’s helpful to plan conventions strategically. Building in buffers before and after events, focusing on manageable content goals, and openly communicating with fans and organizers about one’s availability and health needs can foster a supportive environment. Persephone’s transparent message to her audience demonstrates how authentic communication cultivates understanding and ongoing support from fans and event teams alike. Moreover, the community response to such announcements often reminds us that mental health is as vital as physical health. Events like Momocon embracing creators’ needs for breaks or adjustments ultimately strengthen the overall culture and inclusiveness of fandom spaces. As Persephone mentioned, taking things "one step at a time" and aiming to return stronger reflects a sustainable path forward. For creators and fans alike, this reinforces how valuing rest, recovery, and stability can lead to more meaningful contributions and long-term engagement in the vibrant world of conventions and fandom content creation.