The Not-So-Instagrammable Side of Starting Something New

Everyone loves the glossy “launch day” pictures smiling faces, perfect lighting, and captions about new beginnings. But let’s be honest… the real story happens in between those polished posts.

It’s 1:37 AM and I’m sitting at my desk, surrounded by sticky notes, half-drunk coffee, and a to-do list that looks like it’s multiplying by itself. My hair’s in a messy bun that’s hanging on for dear life. My screen has 18 tabs open and I’m still not on the one I need.

The Little Truths No One Posts About

• The three hours I spent trying to fix a “simple” tech issue, only to realize it was a missing comma.

• The days when motivation packs its bags and leaves without notice.

• The moments I question if I’m in way over my head and then keep going anyway.

Why I Share This

Because there’s a dangerous myth that successful journeys are made of constant wins and clean workspaces.The truth? It’s made of persistence in chaos. It’s laughing at your own silly mistakes. It’s showing up, even when nothing feels like it’s working.

Here’s What I Know So Far

Every late night, every small setback, every “what am I doing” moment it’s all part of the foundation I’m building. One day, I’ll look back at this messy desk and realize… this was where the real magic was happening.

So if you’re in your own messy middle right now remember, this is where the story gets interesting mine. And if you’re reading this, maybe it’s your sign to take yours too.