About
“The Act of Being an Adult, Grownupicity”
- Jola Ayeye, 2017
At ISWIS, we understand that adulthood can be complicated and overwhelming with a lot of stuff that no one really prepares you for: managing your health, keeping track of your finances, planning your career, and just figuring out how to juggle life’s never-ending, always changing demands. And let’s be real—it’s easy to feel like you’re faking it half the time. But here’s the good news: you’re not alone, and yes, you can get the hang of this adulting thing.
Grownupicity is a term coined by Jola & FK, the hosts of I Said What I Said, to describe the balancing act of being a responsible adult without losing your mind in the process. It’s about taking ownership of your life, being proactive in your health, your finances, your career, and your lifestyle choices, all while still enjoying life and having fun. We want to help combat imposter syndrome with more than flowery words and encouragement and that’s by building capacity. Grownupicity is being purposeful and finding a way to thrive in adulthood, even when it feels like a lot.
What is Grownupicity?
Grownupicity is the intersection of the practical and the enjoyable. It’s understanding the importance of financial planning – like investing for your future, creating budgets, or building credit. – but also knowing that adulting means making space for things you love and having a good time while you’re at it. Whether it’s making sure you’re getting regular health check-ups or finding ways to stay productive at work without burning out, Grownupicity is about managing the business of life while still keeping it real.
Why Grownupicity?
The truth is, adulting can feel like a never-ending to-do list. You’re expected to be a professional, a financial expert, a social being, a health-conscious individual, and maybe even a parent, all at the same time. (But here at Grownupicity, we believe that the more informed, intentional, and equipped you are, the easier it becomes to handle life’s curveballs.)
(We also know that it’s not all spreadsheets and deadlines. Being an adult means knowing when to take a break, relax, and enjoy the fruits of your labor. It’s about finding balance and adding a little fun to the sometimes mundane tasks of life. We make it our mission to take the “grown-up stuff” and make it digestible information: offering tips, guidance, and insights on how to handle your health, career, finances, and lifestyle without making it feel like a chore.)
The Grownupicity Philosophy
At Grownupicity, we believe adulting is about finding the sweet spot between responsibility and enjoyment. It’s about growing, evolving, and becoming the best version of yourself in every aspect of your life—without taking it all too seriously. We aim to give you the tools, knowledge, and resources to build a life that feels fulfilling, sustainable, and just plain fun.
Life is complicated enough. Adulting doesn’t have to be.