Hi friends! It’s been an entire month since we’ve spoken so I hope we haven’t become too much of strangers!! Can it really be June already? To me, June always signified the beginning got summer and with the crazy warm weather we’ve been getting, summer is definitely here. And more exciting news: today is national donut day….so go grab yourself some donuts!
But let’s go back to one of my favorite types of posts: talking about goals for the month. In May. I was stuck in a creative funk and couldn’t get out of it. Thus the lack of blog posts. I took time out to complete tasks in my life and kind of put the blog on the back burner to really think about what I wanted to do moving forward. At all times, I have a whole list of topics to talk about and a whole album of photos to share, but I couldn’t get myself to sit down and put them together. I didn’t know what was wrong with me! I felt as if I had nothing valuable to share anymore. Somehow along the way, my creativity bubble had burst in my face.
So for June, I want that bubble back. Starting out, I am going to restructure how I want my creativity to flow. Usually I block out a chunk of time in my day to just sit down and think of a topic I want to write about and then add the necessary photos. Since I was still a student, planning was crucial and this was the only way I knew how to make time for this space. But it has led me to the stagnant period…which was not fun!
Starting now, I want to be more casual with my creativity. Restructuring my creativity bubble to make sure it doesn’t pop again ya know. And to start off, I want to be on less of a schedule and to write whenever it an idea strikes. Whether that be sitting down and writing it right away or just making sure to document the idea somewhere. Instead of focusing on what I must produce for ht blog, I want to create more content on whatever flows. Sometimes, it’s harder for me to write about an outfit than it is to write about life, which is tricky to navigate when I am trying to create a balance of material.
I’ve also made a conscious effort to stop looking at numbers in regards to growth, whether it be on this blog or on my connected Instagram account. So often I couldn’t really tap into my creativity because I was so focused on thinking about what I need to do to grow. There was a period of time that I was so focused on the numbers, I stopped interacting with you all as much and it was NOT fun. Genuine connections has really pushed me to continue what I am doing. This blog was created to fuel that creativity and I want to make sure I am going back to the beginning, where I wrote and posted what made me happy.
So I guess “restructuring my creativity bubble” means tapping back into what made me start this blog in the first place. To go back to connecting with like-minded people, to share what I find most exciting, regardless if I already wrote about it a million times, and to really let my creative juices flow whenever it calls. I think the transition back might be hard and I could fall into my habits again, but I am going to put 110% into this. I want to make sure this blog becomes my creative sanctuary again. I’m so excited for June and what’s to come and I hope you’re still along for the journey!
A million and one thanks for reading — until my next lil’ thought then!
xx Jen
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Interesting post and I think for everyone there are such moments where we don’t really what to write next 😉 Focus … ideas … and not being obsessed by numbers indeed! Cool outfit and great pictures, I love natural and floral backgrounds!
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yess i agree with all that you’ve said! thank you so much for reading!
xx Jen
You’re more than welcome Jen ,-) Have a great day xx
I’m a huge believer of “remembering why you started” in order to rediscover that lost drive and motivation! Happy to see that you’ve found a new thing to try out. “The definition of insanity is doing the same thing over and over again, but expecting different results.” Wishing you all the best with this next step of your creative journey, and looking forward to keeping up with it 🙂 -Audrey | Brunch at Audrey’s
Thank you so much Audrey! This is the first time that it really hit me and I didn’t like it one bit–but I think it really drove me to figure out what I really want out of this!
xx Jen
Finding your reason, Your why is super important
yesss i can’t agree more!
xx Jen
It is so hard to get back on track when your bubble pops! Getting out and into nature (like you are in the photos) and taking a break rather than forcing it always helps me. Looking forward to what you have in store for the future 😊
Yesss I totally agree–it’s so important to take a break from it all to refocus. I think this is was a great thing to happen since I am re-loving what I do! Thanks so much for reading!
xx Jen
Good for you for finding a new thing to try out! I wish you much success with this journey!
thanks so much daisy!
xx Jen
This is great! I love how your managing your time and not worrying about your numbers or growth in specifics.
thanks so mich britney!
xx Jen
Aw you look so adorable and the natural backdrop is everything! And I feel you, I’m also all about that creativity and having connection with like-minded people.
aw thank you so much!! and it’s so true!
xx Jen
Your smile is so beautiful and contagious 😀 Wishing you all the best in your quest for creativity, but don’t look further, if you stop for a while a look inside, you will find the answers and your creativity will boost 🙂
Have a nice day,
xx
Patricia & Miguel
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aw thank you so much–your kind words mean so much to me. And I totally agree about taking time to figure it out–I think it rekindled my love for this blog!
xx Jen
LOVE all these shots! You look fantastic and those flowers are just gorgeous.
aw thank you so much noelle!
xx Jen
What a lovely shoot, so fun and colorful! So pretty with the basic tee dear!
Jessica | notjessfashion.com
aw thanks so much jess!
xx jen
Love the pictures. The flowers were gorgeous. Perfect for good pictures.
thank you so much sarah!
xx Jen
Love this! I think not focusing on “numbers” is definitely something I want to focus on this month too! It’s just way too stressful and not an accurate representation of success. We can do it! 😊
yesss you can do it girl!! I totally agree with everything that you said!
xx Jen
A lot of useful insights. Yeah, sometimes it’s not always about the numbers. I recently took out some social media apps from my phone to have some space.
That’s such a great idea! I think it’s so important to do that once in a while!
xx Jen
Love your shoot! and I have definitely had the feeling of losing creativity. Thanks for the tips!
love you so much girl!
xx Jen
your smile is so lovely. the photos are amazing 🙂 wishing you all the best for June and the coming months
aw thank you so much for your kind words and reading!
xx Jen
I can totally relate to getting stuck in a funk! Lol. I definitely think that letting your creativity be a bit more free flowing is beneficial.
yesss it was so important for me to figure it out!
xx Jen
Such a lovely shoot! Wishing you all the best for June~
Vivian | LIVE IN LOVE
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thank you so much vivian!
xx Jen
I think of the most effective ways to get out of a rut is social media cleansing haha. I’ve deleted some social media apps on my phone and logged out of my accounts for a certain period of time and it really made such a huge difference in my life. I’ve started going back to old habits that I really missed!
Sheena | http://www.sheenalovessunsets.com
yess I am trying to do that as well–I think it’s so hard to pull away from it all but once you do, you find out how much time you waste on all of that online presence. Thanks so much for reading!
xx jen
Absolutely love this, Jen! YES – sometimes it can be super difficult to keep the creative ideas coming, especially when you post as often as is necessary to be successful. But in the end, it’s really about finding joy in it and really being able to express yourself – so important to never lose that! Seems like you’re learning to strike a great balance and really focus on the aspects of it that you LOVE, and not that you feel like you NEED to do.
Completely agree that jotting down the idea in a notebook is SUPER helpful whenever the idea hits you. I keep one by my bed and I also have a note on my phone where I jot down all my ideas as soon as they hit. That way, when I’m in need of content, I’m able to just go back and see creative ideas I’ve come up with, rather than just trying to pump something out for the sake of a post.
Thanks for sharing, girl! You are doing a fantastic job! <3
-Emily | http://www.TheEmilyEdition.com
Aw thank you so much Emily for your kind words! I actually find so much inspiration with your blog and how much creativity you always seem to let flow. I hope the journal thing helps me out and I can continue on it!
xx jen
Ah this is such a lovely post – I love posts like this and always find It so refreshing when people share posts like this as it also helps me get more motivated and creative!
Looking beautiful in the photos too – gorgeous!
Layla x
http://www.sprinklesofstyle.co.uk
Aw thank you so much Layla! Thank you so much for taking the time to read!
xx Jen
LOVE this, Jen! First of all, these pictures are gorgeous…second, creativity is so important! I love your goals/strategies!
-Kate // http://www.classyandkate.com/how-i-keep-my-skin-healthy-in-the-summer/
thank you so much kate!! i’m hoping i can keep up with them haha
xx Jen
Beautiful smile. Just remember why you started and carry on. All the best.
thank you so much! I’m definitely trying to tap into that now!
xx Jen
Love this post! Thank you so much for sharing, all the photos look great.
Xx, Tiffany Lea
https://zimmylifestyle.com
thanks so much tiffany!
xx Jen
Beautiful photos! So cute!!
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thank you so much!
xx jen
Totally hear you on the creativity girl! Sometimes I feel like I fall into a rutt and it’s important to find ways to get out of it. Awesome post beauty!
xx, mel
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yess it’s hte worst feeling but it’s so revitalizing to come back out of that rutt!
xx jen
Love the photos from this shoot! You look so lovely!
Mihaailo | mihaailo.blogspot.com
thank you so much!!
xx jen
I love this post! I just started a fashion blog a few days ago and one of the things that I am most excited about is exactly what you mentioned…writing about things that make me happy and connecting with like minded people!
omg congrats girl!! i am so excited to see your journey on sharing things you love. it’s the best feeling ever and just makes you feel as if you always have something to share!
xx Jen
Oh. My. You are so freakin’ gorgeous! Loving all these photos of you with the flowers! Hope you have an awesome June!
Kim
Simply Lovebirds
omg thank you so much kim!!
xx jen
Love this casual summer outfit, and these are beautiful photos with the flowers! 🙂
It’s great you’re settled on a routine that works for you now! 🙂 I tend to schedule all my blogs posts in advance. It means when I want to write them, I can, and if the boys don’t nap or they do nap but I’m too exhausted to write, I have a buffer of posts scheduled to go in advance 🙂
Hope that you are having a great week so far 🙂 I’ve managed to catch my first winter bug (only 2 weeks into winter, ha!) So it’s a low key one here!
Away From The Blue Blog
Thank you so much Mica. I think scheduling blog posts all in advance is such a great idea! I need to do that in the future to take off the stress of not posting and during busy times. but yesss I do take a lot of naps too haha…I hope you are feeling so much better love!
xx jen
In love with this post!! Thank you so much for posting!!
Xx, Tiffany Lea
https://zimmylifestyle.com
thanks so much tiffany!
xx jen
that is great Jen! and you look super cute here!
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IG @grace_njio
thank you so much!
xx jen
So happy you are back dear! And glad to hear you are out of your slump. Looking forward to all the amazing content and creativity 🙂
Erica
http://www.eggcanvas.me
thank you so much erica!
xx jen
Your smile is contagious.
Looks so positive and full of spirit
Much Love,
Jane | The Bandwagon Chic
thank you so much jane!
xx jen
I loved this post so much. I had a period of time last month where I felt exactly the same way so you are not alone on this. I couldn’t agree more on the fact that we should not focus on the numbers but on posting the content that makes us happy. When I had lost my creativity and motivation it really helped me to go back and read some of the old comments that I had gotten on my posts. It also really helped me to go for a long walk in nature. Maybe this might help you too!
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I am so glad I am not alone in my feelings–I am going to try to get out more and refresh my brain to really feel inspired! thank you so much for your tips and for reading!
xx jen
Amen! Sometimes it can be hard to get back into the swing of things! We’ve definitely been there! Keep up the good work!
xo Emily & Elizabeth
http://www.fashioncolumntwins.com
I am so glad I am not the only one! thank you so much emily and elizabeth!
xx jen
Lovely photos! And love your thoughts on this post =)
-mainou
http://www.looksbymc.com
thank you so much!
xx jen
these shots are beautiful! thank you so much for sharing!
Love, Tiffany Lea
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I completely forgot I had already commented on here haha, sorry Jen! Xx
thank you!
xx jen
Aw these photos are so gorgeous and I feel so inspired! Lovely post Hun 🙂
Grace Louise || http://www.gracelouiseofficial.blogspot.co.uk/
thank you so much grace!
xx jen
Love this look, love how you styled the tee.
xo
S
Grey Canvas
thank you so much!
xx jen
Girl you are absolutely beautiful! Inside & out!
x Lisa | lisaautumn.com
omg thank you so much for your kind words lisa!!
xx jen
Such cute photos! I just started blogging last month and a big concern of mine was to make sure that I really let my creativity flow and not to be too concerned with the amount of comments or traffic. I’m sure it will eat at me eventually but I hope that I can continue to write about what I love and have fun doing so. You’re blog looks great and I can’t wait to see what other posts you put out!
xx, Des
https://www.itsbetterinheels.com
Thank you so much for your kind words Des! It was such a big issue for me and I think I am back at my rhythm!Your blog looks amazing and I believe you will continue to achieve anything you set your mind to!
xx jen
I am so glad I am not alone in my feelings–I am going to try to get out more and refresh my brain to really feel inspired! thank you so much for your tips and for reading!
Happy Birthday Meme
You are definitely not alone girl! hope you can find your creativity soon!
xx jen