GROUP PROJECT: When is a time you bet on the right thing?
I feel when we are young, we are terrified to make mistakes. There is so much talk about bets gone wrong and we internalize it all.
Can you share a time you took a risk you are glad you took? I’d love to fill the comment section with examples that would make anyone young feel more hopeful about risks in life!
Moving, work, a friendship, a city, an idea, a successful hair color venture, etc. all welcome.
So many! I'm actually working on a post about it now. I bet on my now fiance. I had just gotten out of a 4 year relationship and was initially going to take time to be single. None of my friends/family understood and were worried I was rushing into things. But we clicked so well and I didn't want to let the opportunity pass me by just because of timing. He was so patient while I was still grieving my last relationship and now we're getting married in October :) I feel so lucky
I’m really glad that I decided to get honey-blonde highlights! My hair is naturally red, so it was a huge deal for me because I’d grown up with people telling me to never put dye on it. Well, I got the highlights, and to my surprise, no one except for my boyfriend and random customer at work noticed a difference! It was a small risk, but I feel like that experience gave me authority over my choices; for so long, I allowed people’s opinions dictate how I lived my life. It was very empowering to make a decision (that was actually quite small, but felt big) for myself.
I was interviewing with a super posh interior design firm - I felt so intimidated by them but also felt like I owed them my life because they took a chance by interviewing me (how silly of me). Long story short, my gut told me to run & run very far away from that kind of a life (a life that would be owned by someone else other than myself!) so I did. I may not have a stellar "real"-world job but at least I have peace and a conscious gut!
Long story long, I wrote about it in this article if anyone wants a giggle :)
I wouldn't call it a risk per se, but marrying my wife, Madeline, has been the biggest, and best, leap of faith I have taken in my life.
We married young by society's standards like you and we have no regrets. It has been an absolute joy to experience so many things together as we celebrate our 8 year anniversary this August.
Since being married, there have been countless special, and sacred experiences, that have confirmed to us that we are eternal soulmates. At times, it has felt like we even knew each other before this life even began!
My soul reaches out and yearns for hers each and every day. It's a glorious feeling! I am so grateful I get to experience every joy and heartache this life has to offer with her by my side. I wouldn't want it any other way. Taking this "risk" has given me the greatest payoff imaginable—my best friend and eternal companion.
Following your journey has been so beautiful and encouraging as an entrepreneur and creative myself! I absolutely love the new graphics and upcoming plans, and am excited to encourage you from my corner of the Internet!
We also were married young, and our 40th anniversary is in August. A move across the country, knowing no one, being very far away from all the family. The first few years were rough, but we’re going on 30 years here
Mother's Day is going to be a difficult one this year. I miscarried my first pregnancy just before Christmas, and so there are lingering questions of, "does it count? was I enough of a 'mom' to warrant Mother's Day?" I am scared of people noticing, and thereby leading to an emotional wringing-out of my soul. But then I am also scared of people not noticing, and thinking that the little life I shared a body with was too small and gone too soon to qualify me as a mother. I'm curious if anyone else has experienced this?
After finishing college, I bet on moving to a city I had never been to but it sounded nice and a few acquaintances I still followed on social media lived there. i found wonderful community and felt a deep sense of home. (One of those acquaintances slid into my DMs and we are now close friends!)
After a couple years I moved away for a grad program, but when I finished I couldn’t think of anywhere else I’d rather be. So I bet on it again and moved back!
Hey Jenna! Don't know if this is the best place to reach out with this ask, but here I go! I clicked the link and changed my subscription from the $5/month to the $50/year, but I believe it charged me $50 rather than $25. Can you help?!
Ahh how fun—I'm reading this in the car on the way to Charleston for an anniversary trip because May 4th is my anniversary as well. We're fewer years in, but the years have been packed full and it's a lovely feeling to look back and be so pleased with who you picked to be by your side, and look forward with excitement.
I absolutely loved seeing your new branding and hearing about the why and how behind it! I'm definitely hoping to put into practice your tip of finding inspiration in unique places for future projects.
And I'm also hoping your note on giving away what you don't have really sticks with me and challenges me when I face a loss in any certain area. I think it's a wonderful encouragement.
GROUP PROJECT: When is a time you bet on the right thing?
I feel when we are young, we are terrified to make mistakes. There is so much talk about bets gone wrong and we internalize it all.
Can you share a time you took a risk you are glad you took? I’d love to fill the comment section with examples that would make anyone young feel more hopeful about risks in life!
Moving, work, a friendship, a city, an idea, a successful hair color venture, etc. all welcome.
So many! I'm actually working on a post about it now. I bet on my now fiance. I had just gotten out of a 4 year relationship and was initially going to take time to be single. None of my friends/family understood and were worried I was rushing into things. But we clicked so well and I didn't want to let the opportunity pass me by just because of timing. He was so patient while I was still grieving my last relationship and now we're getting married in October :) I feel so lucky
When you know you know :) everyone has a unique story!
I’m really glad that I decided to get honey-blonde highlights! My hair is naturally red, so it was a huge deal for me because I’d grown up with people telling me to never put dye on it. Well, I got the highlights, and to my surprise, no one except for my boyfriend and random customer at work noticed a difference! It was a small risk, but I feel like that experience gave me authority over my choices; for so long, I allowed people’s opinions dictate how I lived my life. It was very empowering to make a decision (that was actually quite small, but felt big) for myself.
I was interviewing with a super posh interior design firm - I felt so intimidated by them but also felt like I owed them my life because they took a chance by interviewing me (how silly of me). Long story short, my gut told me to run & run very far away from that kind of a life (a life that would be owned by someone else other than myself!) so I did. I may not have a stellar "real"-world job but at least I have peace and a conscious gut!
Long story long, I wrote about it in this article if anyone wants a giggle :)
https://studiokaya.substack.com/p/why-i-think-everyone-can-relate-to
I wouldn't call it a risk per se, but marrying my wife, Madeline, has been the biggest, and best, leap of faith I have taken in my life.
We married young by society's standards like you and we have no regrets. It has been an absolute joy to experience so many things together as we celebrate our 8 year anniversary this August.
Since being married, there have been countless special, and sacred experiences, that have confirmed to us that we are eternal soulmates. At times, it has felt like we even knew each other before this life even began!
My soul reaches out and yearns for hers each and every day. It's a glorious feeling! I am so grateful I get to experience every joy and heartache this life has to offer with her by my side. I wouldn't want it any other way. Taking this "risk" has given me the greatest payoff imaginable—my best friend and eternal companion.
Also, LOVE the branding ! 👏
Omg, Hailey did a fabulous job! This new logo feels like New York City! :D
Oh that is music to my ears!
Following your journey has been so beautiful and encouraging as an entrepreneur and creative myself! I absolutely love the new graphics and upcoming plans, and am excited to encourage you from my corner of the Internet!
I loved it!! Hailey did amazing!! Congrats on the anniversary!! Excited about this new era! 💖
Looooooove the logo! And happy anniversary!! 🩷☺️
We also were married young, and our 40th anniversary is in August. A move across the country, knowing no one, being very far away from all the family. The first few years were rough, but we’re going on 30 years here
Happy early anniversary to you — that’s a big one!
Mother's Day is going to be a difficult one this year. I miscarried my first pregnancy just before Christmas, and so there are lingering questions of, "does it count? was I enough of a 'mom' to warrant Mother's Day?" I am scared of people noticing, and thereby leading to an emotional wringing-out of my soul. But then I am also scared of people not noticing, and thinking that the little life I shared a body with was too small and gone too soon to qualify me as a mother. I'm curious if anyone else has experienced this?
Looove the new look Jenna! (Also did a little happy dance when I spotted one of my pieces of work on your moodboard 🥰)
No way! Which was yours?!
The All-In Suite graphic, middle row right end!
After finishing college, I bet on moving to a city I had never been to but it sounded nice and a few acquaintances I still followed on social media lived there. i found wonderful community and felt a deep sense of home. (One of those acquaintances slid into my DMs and we are now close friends!)
After a couple years I moved away for a grad program, but when I finished I couldn’t think of anywhere else I’d rather be. So I bet on it again and moved back!
The place we live has such an impact on everything else. Love that the risk worked out in such a beautiful way.
Will the pen pal option be open internationally?
Yes!
Hey Jenna! Don't know if this is the best place to reach out with this ask, but here I go! I clicked the link and changed my subscription from the $5/month to the $50/year, but I believe it charged me $50 rather than $25. Can you help?!
Ahh how fun—I'm reading this in the car on the way to Charleston for an anniversary trip because May 4th is my anniversary as well. We're fewer years in, but the years have been packed full and it's a lovely feeling to look back and be so pleased with who you picked to be by your side, and look forward with excitement.
I absolutely loved seeing your new branding and hearing about the why and how behind it! I'm definitely hoping to put into practice your tip of finding inspiration in unique places for future projects.
And I'm also hoping your note on giving away what you don't have really sticks with me and challenges me when I face a loss in any certain area. I think it's a wonderful encouragement.
How does someone find more of Hailey’s work!!!
What an inspiring note to kick this off on, happy anniversary!
The new branding look absolutely fabulous, I love it!! Makes me smile to see a new post or notification from Feeling!