Ayla and Potato3s: A Nightly Message From Your Best Friend

In this episode, I redefine what “enough” means to me and start tracking my “added bonus” days instead of feeling guilty about what I didn’t do. I also share a content project I built around a public domain book and the reminder that anything beyond my minimum is a gift, not a burden

In this episode, I take a day off, process being told I’m “too emotional,” and reframe that as a gift instead of a flaw. I also share small wins like finishing a book, making a TikTok, and getting reminded not to quit on my promise during the process

In this episode, I reflect on a long, messy day and get honest about how self-aware I am , while also being painfully self-critical. I share weird moments like an unidentifiable song, referral wins, budget spice hacks at H‑E‑B, and the choice to keep trusting myself even when I feel scattered

yawn warning. Lots of yawns. this episode, I let myself get completely absorbed in finishing a kids’ coloring book, learning how to resize images properly, and realizing that perfectionism is less the issue than professionalism. I also share exhaustion, self-doubt, and the choice to let go of TikTok Shop and focus on what feels right for my books right now

In this episode, I share an untraditional day that started with early-waking, quiet, and self-love, and ended with me crying in the shower but still choosing to believe in myself. I talk about marketing, grants, new vlog ideas, and the reminders I’m using to stay grounded when progress feels slow

In this episode, I slow down and give myself credit for the small wins; painting, journaling, mailing a thank you note, and grounding myself in the future I’m building. I also talk about rest, logistics, and why I’m choosing to trust that life improves slowly versus overnight.

In this episode, I give myself a real day off for the first time, talk through my finances, and reflect on how life keeps balancing out even when I feel behind. I also share my thoughts on content, vulnerability, and why I’m choosing to trust that things will come in the way they’re supposed to

In this episode, I walk through a day that was full of calls and small wins even though my vlog got deleted and my coloring book didn’t come out the way I hoped. I share the doubts, the exhaustion, and the reminder that I’m still learning and building, one messy step at a time

In this episode, I reflect on how a good interview pushed me to see my whole story—past and present—as one layered, creative journey. I talk about sleep struggles, rethinking my brand, and choosing to keep moving because I can, not because I’m supposed to.

In this episode, I barely start July with a migraine that knocks me sideways, but I still manage to paint, publish, and keep showing up in small ways. I share the messy day, the surprising moments of help, and why I’m still trying to “jump jubilantly” even when my body is screaming no.

In this episode, I talk about all the little pebbles I’m laying down as I keep building my life and business, even when I feel off track. I share the stress, the surrender, and the small wins that remind me things are still moving forward.

In this episode, I’m trying to surrender to timing, trust, and the messy reality of entrepreneurship while juggling money stress, travel plans, and two coloring books that still need to be finished. I also open up about how hard it can be to know whether I’m being patient or just pushing through burnout.

In this episode, I talk through my first vendor fair and how it turned into a learning experience instead of the outcome I expected. I also get honest about family tension, financial stress, and why I’m still choosing not to give up on what I’m building.

In this episode, I talk through a day that didn’t go quite as planned, from last-minute changes to vendor fair prep to baking a batch that didn’t all turn out the way I hoped. I also share how I’m trying to stay flexible, make things work, and keep moving forward even when the logistics get messy.

In this episode, I juggle sleep deprivation, final vendor fair prep, and a full day of errands while still getting my coloring books ready to launch. I also talk through the stress, the excitement, and the little wins that are keeping me moving forward.

In this episode, I push through a hard day of prep, nerves, and burnout while still getting a lot done for the vendor fair. I also remind myself that I’m proud of how far I’ve come and that showing up for myself is progress, even when I’m tired.

In this episode, I’m moving things along even though everything takes longer than I expect. I talk through finally getting my new kids’ coloring book organized, figuring out pricing, and juggling all the little logistics that come with bringing something new to life.

In this episode, I’m a little delirious from being up all night, but I still manage to get things done and push forward. I talk about a new kids’ coloring book idea, cleaning my room, and the feeling that even when I’m tired, I’m still moving toward my goals.

In this episode, I talk honestly about feeling stuck in the hallway, where life feels like it’s waiting without moving. I also share the business updates, emotional ups and downs, and the cleaning-and-reset energy I need to get myself ready for what comes next.

In this episode, I slow down, paint again, and let myself feel how much emotion can live inside one creative project. I also talk through the logistics I need to handle this week for my vendor fair, my business, and the next steps I’m trying to keep organized.

In this episode, I talk about how a small conversation can have a big impact, both for me and for someone else. I also share the mix of business wins, family tension, and personal reflection that keeps reminding me why I’m building what I’m building.

In this episode, I let myself be exactly who I am while I sort through a late night, a busy day, and a few emotional reminders that I don’t have to be anything else. I also share some of the logistics, family moments, and creative thoughts that keep shaping the life I’m building.

In this episode, I slow down, take a much-needed day off, and realize that even “unproductive” time can still be useful in its own way. I also share my thoughts on Toy Story, my cookie experiment, and the little life skills I’ve picked up that don’t always seem important until they are.

In this episode, I step outside my comfort zone to drop off a sample of my coloring book at an assisted living center and make a few meaningful connections along the way. I also share the small wins that kept my business moving, from selling another copy of my book to getting encouragement on my audio and figuring out my next steps.

n this episode, I’m proud of the progress I made with my updated coloring book, especially seeing how much better it looks with the new cover and darker lines. I also share the little wins from my day, from getting a 100 on my assessment to sending out books, bedazzling my AirPods case, and keeping the momentum going with my business.