Ayla and Potato3s: A Nightly Message From Your Best Friend

In this episode, I talk about a busy day that turned into a lot of progress for my unicorn business and my coloring book. I also share the calls, planning, and small wins that are helping me build momentum for the week ahead.

In this episode, I’m talking about how a little better is still progress, even when the day includes a bruised finger and a packed schedule. I also share the small wins, like getting through my workout, trying something new for my audio, and making steady moves toward a better routine.

In this episode, I’m figuring out things as I process my first glass project, plan my workouts, and sort out the next steps for my week. I also talk through my half-birthday, my new priorities for TikTok Shop, and the pressure I put on myself to keep moving forward.

In this episode, I sit with the possibilities of what’s next while keeping things simple and one step at a time. I talk about making progress on glass work, thinking through my business, and realizing how much I need creative collaboration to keep building.

In this episode, I’m working on being much more present and go with the flow instead of planning every minute of my life. I talk about spending time with a friend, learning something new, and letting myself enjoy a slower, more flexible kind of day.

In this episode, I feel like things are finally starting to bring me back to life after a stretch of feeling lackluster. I share a full day of small wins, from getting my makeup done and finishing a questionnaire to prepping for a weekend away and figuring out what’s next.

In this episode, I lean into my day off, get a few things done, and start planning tomorrow’s priorities with a little more intention. I also talk about the gym, making bread drop-offs, balancing finger mishaps, and why I’m trying to give myself more space to rest and have fun.

In this episode, I get two important things done by the end of the day and realize that sometimes “this, that and the other” is exactly how life feels. I also talk through journaling my future, dealing with a sliced finger, and sorting out what I want my goals to look like as a writer and creator.

In this episode, I try to make it through the day by taking things one step at a time, from a Mother’s Day treat at Swig to a quiet night that somehow turns into a full evening of plans. I also talk about feeling both proud and complicated about motherhood, a date that gets interrupted, and why I’m still figuring out what it all means.

In this episode, I take a real rest day and spend time thinking through some confusing feelings instead of pushing myself to keep going. I also talk about a new prayer routine, a bath and skincare reset, and why Mother’s Day brings up more questions than answers for me.

In this episode, I’m admitting that it’s better to simplify and stop trying to do everything the hard way. I talk through a quiet but productive day of errands, movie inspiration, a big shift in my book project, and why I’m trying to focus on what actually feels sustainable.

In this episode, I get to say something I never expected: I’m an author of a children’s book now. I share the whole journey of writing it in one day, reading it to a friend, and realizing I can keep building more books, coloring projects, and creative ideas from here

In this episode, I have a lot to do, but I also take the rest I need and let the day unfold at its own pace. I talk through a new project, house-hunting frustrations, a calming visit with a friend, and all the little tasks I’m juggling for tomorrow.

In this episode, I notice the beautiful little things that make a day feel full: my coloring book going live, a heartfelt audio getting emotional reactions, and the tiny progress I’m making at the gym. I also talk about getting my eyebrows done, finding a nearby pho spot I love, and how all the small details add up in the best way.

In this episode, I stay ahead of the game by building in buffers, getting my work done early, and still making time for the little things that matter. I also talk about finishing a busy day of swimming, journaling, Substack, LinkedIn, shadow work, and the hunt for the perfect chair

In this episode, I get ahead of the game by planning out a full day of routines and priorities, from swimming and meditation to journaling, debate practice, and LinkedIn posts. I also talk through the practical stuff I want to tackle this week, like Amazon optimization, school work, and booking a haircut so I can stay on top of everything.

In this episode, I’m juggling a bunch of projects and realizing that all the moving pieces still count as progress. I finish my coloring book, map out future collaborations, and talk through how I’m building one idea at a time without letting myself get discouraged

In this episode, I’m sitting with some momentous moments: standing up for myself, reflecting on family dynamics, and realizing how much it matters to be heard without being shut down. I also talk through a stormy day of grocery runs, website updates, and the emotional weight of figuring out when to stay, when to speak, and when to step away.

In this episode, my day turns into a group project of sorts as I bring friends into my next big idea and start building out a new creative lineup. I also talk through finishing the playlist and website work, recording for Reddit, and realizing that my best ideas often come when I let other people help shape them.

In this episode, I get to build something new, and it feels good to say that out loud. I work on my coloring book, think through a digital version, and start shaping future projects while reminding myself that even slow progress is still progress.

In this episode, I have a more than okay day that turns into real progress: I work on my new coloring book, optimize the landing page, meet my new teacher, and keep moving on all the little things that matter. I also share a surprisingly emotional perfume moment, a Costco stop, and why I’m reminding myself that my pace is still enough.

In this episode, I have a necessary day: I get back into my rhythm with groceries, laundry, meditation, and the small errands that make home feel normal again. I also talk about starting my next coloring book, restarting my Reddit presence, and appreciating the little wins that make a busy day feel productive.

In this episode, I’m focused on the little moments that keep my day moving: unpacking skincare, finally getting my assessment uploaded, and trying to stay on top of the many small tasks waiting for me tomorrow. I also share a date update, family catch-up, and how I’m trying to keep my momentum going while I build a more consistent life for myself

In this update, I make it home safely, unpack, and start figuring out the next few days, from an assessment and a giveaway to a possible date and a new Reddit reset. I also share the little things on my mind, like a study about writing through trauma, my sore ankle and toe, and how good it feels to finally be able to sleep in.

In this episode, I get a reminder that even when I feel a little lost, I’m still moving forward—walking dogs, doing answer engine optimization, and figuring out what to do next. I also talk about seeing Michael, browsing furniture, loving the little wins, and trying to stay calm while I work through a Reddit lockout and a few other life hiccups