{"id":658,"date":"2025-02-05T22:51:00","date_gmt":"2025-02-05T22:51:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/jummydefila.com\/?p=658"},"modified":"2025-11-14T23:25:43","modified_gmt":"2025-11-14T23:25:43","slug":"things-i-struggled-with-in-january-as-a-corporate-creative","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/jummydefila.com\/?p=658","title":{"rendered":"Things I Struggled With In January As A Corporate Creative"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

January felt like a trial version of the year, no refunds, no extensions, just deadlines and self-imposed expectations.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Some things went\u00a0great<\/em>. Others? Not so much. So, here\u2019s my honest recap, both the wins and the struggles.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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If there\u2019s one thing I\u2019ve learned, it\u2019s this:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Progress isn\u2019t always perfect, and that\u2019s okay.<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

Here’s where I struggled last month and the lessons I\u2019m taking with me into February.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

1. Keeping Up with My Bible Plan<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Every year, I tell myself, This is the year I finally read the Bible from start to finish. So, I picked the chronological reading plan on YouVersion, thinking it would make the process easier. And then Job happened.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Listen, I respect Job. His story is important. But reading through all those long conversations tested my patience. Every day, I\u2019d open the app, see how many chapters I had left, and suddenly, washing dishes became urgent. But I stuck it out, and now, I\u2019m in Exodus, where things are getting dramatic. If Job was a slow-burn novel, Exodus is a full-blown action movie.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Lesson learned: Sometimes, discipline isn\u2019t about enjoying the process, it\u2019s about pushing through even when it feels slow.\u00a0<\/em><\/strong>\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

2. Writing on My Blog<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

I started January with the best of intentions: This year, we\u2019re writing consistently! My blog was supposed to be popping with fresh content, deep insights, and helpful resources.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

But somehow, my blog is still looking at me like, Sis, where\u2019s the content?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

I have ideas, so many of them. But the motivation to actually sit down and write? Nowhere to be found. Every time I thought about it, my brain said, Maybe later, and suddenly, it was the end of the month. At this point, I need to sit myself down and conduct a serious performance review.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Lesson learned: Waiting for motivation is a trap. Sometimes, you just have to start, even if it\u2019s messy. \u00a0
i.e; Motivation is a scam. Just start.<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

3. Resigning from a Job I Loved<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Making the decision to leave a job you love is like breaking up with someone you still care about. You know it\u2019s time, but that doesn\u2019t mean it\u2019s easy.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

I knew I had to step down from my role, and new opportunities were calling me. But nobody prepared me for the emotional rollercoaster that followed. One day, I was excited for a fresh start. The next, I was questioning everything, wondering, Did I make the right choice?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Growth is uncomfortable. Even when you know you\u2019re making the best decision for yourself, it still stings.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. Navigatingng a Mentorship Program as a Mentee<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

I was so excited to join this mentorship program. I imagined myself soaking up wisdom, networking with brilliant minds, and having deep, life-changing conversations.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

January work resumed, I was drowning in work, trying to catch up on assignments, and feeling like the mentee who needed mentoring on how to be a good mentee. Every week, I\u2019d tell myself, I\u2019ll do better next week, but next week came with its own chaos.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Lesson learned: Growth doesn\u2019t happen by accident. If something is important to me, I need to create time for it, intentionally.<\/em><\/strong>\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

5. Journaling & Self-Reflection<\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n\n

I wanted to be the kind of person who journals daily, reflecting on my emotions and tracking my personal growth. Instead, I just overanalyzed my thoughts in my head and called it a day.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Some days, I stared at my blank journal and thought, Maybe I\u2019ll write when I have something profound to say. Other days, I just didn\u2019t have the energy. But the truth is, journaling isn\u2019t about being profound, it\u2019s about showing up and creating space for self-awareness.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

6. Resuming JoliJoni for 2025<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

JoliJoni, a travel brand I partner with was supposed to be in agile mode this month.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

I had grand plans for our 2025 travel calendar, new destinations, and exciting events. But between everything else, JoliJoni was quietly sitting on the sidelines, waiting for me to come back to it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Finally worked on the calendar with my partner for the year and we\u2019re off to a good start this month. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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7. Missing Out on Mental Health Courses<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

As someone passionate about mental health, I should have been more intentional about learning and taking courses. Instead, I let busyness take over, and before I knew it, January was over.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The irony? I tell other people to prioritize their mental well-being all the time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Lesson learned: Knowledge doesn\u2019t just happen. If I want to keep growing in this field, I need to actively make time for learning.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

Things I Did in January That Just Made Sense<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Now, for the wins because even in the chaos, some things went right<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2013 Didn\u2019t miss a Sunday service<\/strong>: Consistency is key, and God remains the plug.<\/em>
\u2013 Caught up on my Bible plan<\/strong>: Day 36, still standing. Exodus is dramatic, and I\u2019m here for it.<\/em>
\u2013 Got my school issue sorted after 3 years<\/strong>: A standing ovation for patience and perseverance!<\/em>
\u2013 Wrote a blog post<\/strong>: The creative block tried it, but I won.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2013 Did my yearly compass<\/strong>: Vision? Set. Goals? Clear. February? Ready!<\/em>
\u2013 Started a mentorship program<\/strong>: I may be struggling to keep up, but we\u2019re in it!<\/em>
\u2013 Started a mental health course<\/strong>: Because growth requires work, not just vibes.<\/em>
\u2013 Had my first outreach of the year with SDG For Her<\/strong>: Nothing beats starting the year by giving back.<\/em>
\u2013 Planned an intimate 30th birthday party, and it was beautiful<\/strong>: Soft life, intentional moments, core memories unlocked.<\/em>
\u2013 Left jobs that no longer fit my goals<\/strong>: Making space for new opportunities and better alignment.<\/em>
\u2013 Made a big investment<\/strong>: Scary but necessary. Future me will thank me.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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What I\u2019m Taking Into February<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

\u2705Growth isn\u2019t linear Some months are about thriving, and some are just about figuring things out. Both are valid. \u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u27051% improvement every day is still progress, It doesn\u2019t have to be perfect. Small, consistent steps matter. \u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2705It\u2019s okay to start again January wasn\u2019t perfect, but February is a fresh page. \u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

January was a test run. February? Let\u2019s do this properly.<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Now, over to you, what\u2019s one thing you struggled with last month, and how are you planning to improve in February?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Talk soon.
JD<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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