How to Deal With COMPARISON in the Creative Community

I hope this video encourages + uplifts you. I usually don't talk too much about my personal struggles but I want to start sharing more with y'all because I know I am not alone and this could really help some people out.

I hope this video encourages you!

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[andrewmobley]

Jessica, you are doing GREAT ! Your platform on YouTube to teach, showcase, and share is and OUTSTANDING service to help others progress their passion in photography. Forget the haters and keep moving because your online community around the world appreciates what you do !!

[jillya]

So, so well said, Jessica! In the long run, the people you impact will matter much more than the whether someone has more likes, posts, etc. I'm so glad you posted this video - I know God is using you!!

[JordanCornwellVlogs]

Thanks so much for being brave and starting this conversation :) I really needed to hear it and so appreciate it :)

[andreajimenez]

Exactly what I needed today. Thank you. Thank you. THANK YOU.

[jessicahollweg]

You are so inspiring. Thank you SO much for everything.

[beerivers]

I loved this! I'm so glad you were obedient to the Lord and spoke about this! Sharing your personal struggles is a relief to me and others who feel the same and it shows that none of us are really alone. It's amazing how God can use you as a vessel for not only the things you're talented in but with the things you struggle with to bring encouragement to others! Thank you :)

[jiannabenedetti]

Amen that you share your faith and Christian love and how it is the foundation for your career/community reach. May God continue to bless your walk to love and serve others with the gifts He crafted for you. 😇

[kowshikazad]

hi, i'm just a beginner photographer and I've been following your works for a long time now.I want to tell you that you're amazing. You are helping soo many people and build a huge community. That's not a easy thing to do. I don't know who thinks what about your work but people like you matter to me. Cause when i first bought my camera I was watching your videos and was inspired to go out and shoot photos and edit them as close as possible to your ones. That's how it all started. So people like you will always MATTER.And about the comparison i think we all face it more or less.But you know i think we all are different and no one can replace anyone.Everyone has a unique style.Of course there sooo much better and greater photographers out there. but I really don't care when people try to compare them with mine. Personally I don't intend to be the most celebrated freaking amazing photographer.I just want to improve and enjoy shooting and the whole process.We only live once right? and we love photography. So lets not give damn what others have to say. Just do what you do best. Best wishes.

[averyduvall]

You do not understand just how much I needed this video. I’ve been in such a spiritual rut lately. I’ve been the most productive I’ve ever been, but I’m just not happy. And it’s simply because I have been doing everything for me, not God. So thank you, Jessica, for beautifully reminding me who it’s all for!

[stephaniacampos]

Love this and love you! Thanks for being you :)

[christelleeloi]

Thank you for this! I’m going through this now.

[JasmineV]

THIS VIDEO IS IMMENSELY NEEDED THANK YOU GIRL

[sabrinaachamberlain]

Girl, I gotta say... this is the video that made me like you (even though I already liked you). May God keep blessing your path and filling your life of pure joy, peace and open opportunities! Loving all this positivity xoxo

[joyarose]

You're such an inspiration and have gotten me interested in photography. Everything you do is great and I love your personality. Keep up the good work. 😁

[katiehaynes]

I love that you share your faith! I just started watching your videos recently and love them! Keep on living strong for God, He made you such a beautiful woman. You are such a wonderful woman

[jessicaalhanouch]

Loved this video! Just what I needed:) thank you

[shaylaherrington]

Hey Jessica! Just wanted to let you know that when I first started photography I didn't really have a mentor. I reached out to a lot of local photographers seeking help and guidance during my journey, only to be ignored or told "I'll get back to you". I found you on youtube when I was 16 (almost 19 now), and you have helped me in so many different ways. I also learned a lot during your Instagram live streams, in which you always answered any questions I had. You never once acted impatient even though I'm sure you've heard the questions I asked a million other times. Build and Bloom also guided me a lot. It was a place I could go and ask sometimes really dumb questions, but I could always count on receiving insightful and constructive answers/guidance. I want to thank you for everything you've done just to personally help and guide me during my own photography journey! God has given you a gift for teaching and influencing, and you've truly been a blessing in my own photography journey. Don't ever get discouraged, because I know I'm probably not the only young teenage girl that looks up to you, and has been helped by your efforts. God bless! :)

[HomesAndHustles]

This was encouraging to me 🙋🏻‍♀️ loved your heart in this video and I’m thankful that you let the Lord speak through you and share some truth with all of us! Keep it up!

[d.terrillwilson]

Absolutely loved the video, I’m really glad you shared your Christian faith, and your walk with our Lord 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾

[ivanhiloma]

Thank you very much for sharing this and your faith. God bless you.
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