soju with sarah 3 lessons, 3 goals (season 1.5 finale)
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Jan 2, 2026 Join Sarah and James as they bid farewell to season 1.5 with reflections on their transformative year. Discover the importance of patience and delayed gratification in building dreams. They dive into the struggles of follow-through and the myth of the glamorous hustle. With big plans ahead, they discuss moving, reclaiming identity, and the joy of collaborating creatively. Plus, they share lighthearted thoughts on approaching their 30s and the importance of focus as they wrap up this meaningful season!
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Quitting Job Sparked a Rebuild
- Sarah quit her job in April and used the months after to transition into art and freelance work full time.
- That period became a year of family responsibilities and rebuilding toward a new career path.
Aimless Months Led To Brand Launch
- James described months of aimlessness after leaving his job, then launched a brand this fall that became the year's defining milestone.
- He framed the year as testing his identity and asking who he is now outside of previous roles.
Good Things Take Time
- Sarah learned that good things take time and delayed gratification matters more than instant wins.
- She realized startups and creative work require long prep and many iterative steps before payoff.