Ayla and Potato3s: A Nightly Message From Your Best Friend

I’m talking to you after a legendary 15-hour recovery sleep to balance out my 26-hour marathon. Today was the ultimate "Executive Day Off": I woke up at 5:00 PM, had one delicious Korean dinner with my family, and spent about 45 minutes being a total boss on KDP by adding "A+ Content" to my coloring book. Sometimes, the most productive thing you can do is listen to your body and give yourself the...

I’m talking to you after a Herculean 22-hour day that started at 1:30 AM and involved three meals at Buc -ee’s , a "Safety Mission" drive to Fort Worth, and the loudest music I’ve ever heard at 8:00 AM. Between the last minute blow dry before we left and the "Tech Support" finale for my dad, this day was a masterclass in endurance, strategic parking, and the absolute necessity of a ginger ale for...

I’m talking to you with damp hair and a flustered heart as my 2:00 AM road trip just got bumped up by 45 minutes. Between a cold shower that cut out halfway and a deep meditation that turned into a "weighted blanket nap," my entire schedule is officially out of order. But even in the chaos, I’m celebrating small wins: five more days of video content filmed, a heart-to-heart with my sister about he...

Life is what happens when you’re busy making "lion-haired" plans. Today was the perfect balance of adult responsibility , like filing my taxes to get a whole $6 and spontaneous joy, like a surprise lunch with a classmate who was passing through town. I'm learning that rest isn't "making excuses"; it's the necessary grace I owe myself after a high-octane launch week. Plus, I'm celebrating a major w...

I’m coming to you with "lion hair" and sore thighs after my first real gym session since November. Today was a masterclass in the "unplanned productive" and while I might not have finished my book or my Patreon list, I resubmitted my coloring book with a new cover, taught a classmate how to speak their book into existence, and revamped my entire website. Plus, I’m getting real about my $75,000 eme...

I’m taking a deep breath today after making the executive decision to push my Patreon launch to March. Realizing that I was the one creating the pressure, I decided to choose my mental health over my to-do list, allowing me to fully show up for a powerful two-hour therapy intake and a spontaneous road trip to Fort Worth with my dad. Sometimes, the most productive thing you can do is admit you don'...

Sometimes the most productive thing you can do is absolutely nothing at all. After a five-day sprint of setting up landing pages, QR codes, and KDP formatting, my brain finally hit "system overload" today, reminding me that even without a traditional job, I still need a weekend. I’m talking about the importance of mental rest, the reality of "period brain," and why I'm learning to be okay with a d...

It is 12:20 AM and I am officially a "Finisher." Today was the day the vision became a reality: the coloring book is done, the 40 days of content are uploaded across all platforms, and my school homework is in. I’m walking you through the "midnight finish line," the reality of a "turkey and nuts" diet during a production sprint, and why my new coloring book is more than just pages , it’s a high-va...

It’s 3:15 AM, and I’m coming to you after a 17-hour "marathon" of building, pivoting, and problem-solving. From chasing down my laptop charger at the office to wrestling with three different AI models to get my color maps right, I’m realizing that the "glamour" of building a digital empire is mostly just persistence in the face of burning eyes. But with my custom landing pages finally live and my...

I’m coming to you from a "midnight morning" after a legendary five-hour nap and a productive day at the office with my dad. Between teaching him keyboard shortcuts and conquering a major formatting error in my Becoming journal, I’ve realized that life is really built on the little things—like finding the perfect dumpling spot or discovering that a hairpin actually works better than a paperclip. Pl...

I’m learning that the hardest part of life isn't the hustle, it's finally being okay with being yourself. In this episode, I recap a massive day of pivoting, from filming 7 days of "stressed vs. soulful" content to realizing my mentor saw my "ideal customer" shift long before I did. I’m also celebrating the small wins, like a surprise Amazon deposit and opening a dedicated savings account for my g...

I’m celebrating a massive "win" day where I finally beat the ADD demons and finished what I started! From mastering the "Snowball Method" at Financial Peace University to successfully uploading all 40+ audios for the transformation companion, I’m sharing the secret to how I finally cracked the code on Amazon formatting. Plus, I had a total "mic drop" moment when someone guessed I was 26—tune in to...

In today's episode, I’m navigating a day that started with a major therapy mishap but evolved into a lesson on the power of "little things." From finding the perfect floss at Walmart to using AI to map out my next 28 days of content, I’m sharing how I balance the big goals with the small victories. Tune in for updates on the new Patreon "audio vault " and a behind-the-scenes look at my upcoming co...

Travel days are a marathon, but today’s 10-hour journey from Chattanooga to home was filled with serendipity—from a meaningful conversation with an Uber driver running a nonprofit to getting some serious writing done at 30,000 feet. Now that I’m back, I’m staring down a massive week: launching my audio companion on Gumroad, starting EMDR therapy, and finally picking up my brushes for the first pai...

In this episode, I share the hilarious story of how I accidentally started "taking a break" a little too literally thanks to a black cup and some misplaced vodka. Between learning to make chicken and dumplings and navigating a confusing flight check-in across time zones, I’m leaning into a new vision for my creative work: focusing on those rebuilding their lives through emotional healing. I’ve eve...

After an icy morning turned a planned breakfast outing into a cozy day of homemade biscuits and gravy, I spent my time diving deep into the creative "war room." From mapping out my new coloring book series with Gemini to naming my Patreon, I’m strategizing how to move the needle forward even when the inspiration to paint hasn't quite struck yet. It was a quiet, "uneventful" day of rest, Reiki, and...

I didn’t sleep, flew to Nashville, cooked pork chops, and somehow ended up unpacking part of my life story in one sitting. From dreams about moving cities to how I learned to love my voice, this episode wanders everywhere — and lands right where it’s meant to.

I stayed up late finishing laundry, building new income ideas, and helping someone I love see a bigger future for themselves. Today felt like one of those quiet days where everything shifts without making a sound. If you’re wondering what an extraordinary life actually looks like, this one might surprise you

I talk about missing out on Ulta Beauty World, putting $180 back into savings, and figuring out what actually matters when money, time, and energy all collide. It’s a day of small wins, shifting plans, and choosing what really gets my attention.

Today I talk about how innovation isn’t always some big breakthrough—it’s often just using what you already have, like a hairpin instead of a paperclip. Between doctor visits, class, and getting ready for a busy couple of days, I reflect on how inspiration shows up in the smallest, most practical moments. Sometimes being clever is just being present enough to notice what’s right in front of you.

Today was a slow day—doctor visits, donuts, books, and letting myself rest without forcing inspiration. I’m learning what it means to pause, listen to my body, and trust that creativity comes back when it’s ready. Sometimes the most meaningful days are the quiet ones

I made it home, slept hard, ran errands, laughed at my dad’s very specific prayers, and realized a New York strip just isn’t for me. It wasn’t a long day, but it was full of small moments, quiet resets, and the kind of humor that sneaks up on you.

Today was one of those travel days — early alarms, airport chaos, plane etiquette drama, missed connections, surprise detours, and an Uber ride that somehow turned into the highlight of the night. I talk through exhaustion, boundaries, humor, and how the universe occasionally conspires to feed you twice when you really need it. Long day, full story, no filter.

Today was my last full day in New York, and I let it be exactly what it needed to be: slow, gentle, and unrushed. I talk about rest, love, self-acceptance, why I care more about stories than politics, and a new idea forming around love, hope, and healing. Nothing flashy — just a soft landing before going home. 💛

Today I gave myself permission to have a light day — the kind where nothing huge happens, but everything still matters. From walking dogs and laughing at small moments to slowing down and listening to my body, this episode is a soft reminder that rest counts too.