In this episode, Fashion Designer  and content creator Julissa Arrington shares her beautiful story of being an African Colombian female fashion designer in the US. She shares the challenges she had to overcome while studying in San Francisco's Art Institute, as well as her incredible achievement of getting into New York Fashion Week. Her story is one of bravery and authenticity as she takes you on her journey from student to being an overnight entrepreneur while balancing her struggle to maintain her wellness and mental health. The trials she overcame recently with the Covid 19 pandemic and the culmination of all these challenges that have now  helped her discover her true self and what it means to her to be a balanced creative entrepreneur. She goes on to share beautiful insights into how the different spheres of her world and interests such as her relationships, hobbies, working in a tech company influence her creativity and continue to help her find the momentum to pursue her dreams.Julissa helps all of us in this episode relate to, and understand the power of transparency, building resilience and flexibility to help deal with criticism, failure, and setbacks. Tune in to hear more!Timestamps[01:32] Julissa Arrington’s background information[03:54]How Julissa got where she is today[05:18] The experience of studying in San Francisco, California[09:27] Battling anxiety and depression[12:45] How the college experience in San Francisco shaped Julissa’s life[16:00] Getting into the New York fashion week[29:40] How the two industries of fashion and technology are doing right now[36:42] The challenges of opening your first business[39:33] Julissa’s top three fashion designers[46:09] Practicing radical self-care[54:26] How the mind works[01:01:05] How Julissa’s busy work schedule influences relationships[01:01:14] Loving yourself and finding yourselfNotable quotes:“The designers that stand out bring uniqueness to the industry.”“Battling depression is not easy, and there are lots of trials and errors. You must work closely with your doctor, therapist, and psychiatrist to determine what works for you.”“Dating someone who understands your goals and what you want to accomplish is the most important part about dating.”“The biggest thing you can do with your time when you are not in a relationship is to love yourself.”Episode resources:Home - NYFW: The ShowsConnect with Julissa Arrington:Instagram: Julissa | Lifestyle (@julissa_arrington)TikTok: Julissa | Lifestyle (@julissalifestyle) TikTok | Watch JulissaFashion Label(@JAlabel): www.Julissaa.comConnect with us:Website: Sweet Sorrella.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sweet-sorrella-stories/messageConnect with Ivy on instagram @sweetsorrellaVisit the website: www.sweetsorrella.comGet a free digital copy of the book that helps save a mom's life! Click Here