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Day 1 of the 75-Day Joa Challenge: Why I Started and What I Already Learned

https://youtu.be/tDwpX6w4VWk

If you’re like me, you’ve probably tried a million different ways to organize your life and still ended the day wondering where the time went. That’s what led me to start the 75-Day Joa Challenge.

Inspired by AuthorTube’s take on the 75 Hard Challenge, I wanted something more personal. Something softer, more in tune with who I am—disciplined, yes, but also gentle with myself. So on July 17, 2025, I created my own version. Here’s what it includes:

  • 📖 Read 10 pages of nonfiction (currently craft books)
  • 🧘🏾‍♀️ Do a 5-minute mind reset (a.k.a. meditate)
  • ✍️ Write for 45 minutes
  • 📣 Post one brand-building item
  • 🪞Have one mirror moment (y’all, I love this one)
  • 📸 Take one picture to track the journey

What Day 1 Taught Me
On July 18, 2025 was my first day and let me tell you, when I actually carved out time for these tasks—intentionally and early—I finished everything on my list before my workday ended. That gave me something I don’t usually get: free time.

I didn’t expect that.
But here’s the epiphany: structure can give you back your time.
It felt like peace. Like I was finally in rhythm with my day instead of chasing it down.

And that feeling? That’s what I want more of. Check out the video for a more in depth account of my first day.

If this resonates, I’d love for you to follow along or even join in with your own version. Tag it.

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