Ayla and Potato3s: A Nightly Message From Your Best Friend

In this episode, I finally make it to New York, but the day leaves me feeling completely disoriented from the chaos, the travel, and the headache that hit me hard. I still manage to get through the airport, settle in, and reflect on the kindness, creativity, and little wins that carried me through

In this episode, I step into my juvenescent journey with a softer pace, packing for New York, finishing my homework, and trusting that I’m moving forward in the right rhythm. I also talk about my June theme, my plans for the month, and the small wins that make this season feel fresh and alive

In this episode, I give myself grace, empathy, and compassion as I slow down and focus on what I can actually control. I talk through a busy day of writing, planning for New York, and reminding myself that I’m doing a lot, even when it doesn’t always feel like enough

In this episode, I realize I’m the one holding myself back as I push through a full day of business, creativity, and family logistics. I also share the progress I made on my coloring book, landing page, and TikTok Shop, plus the moment I finally decide to stop shrinking myself.

In this episode, I talk about boundaries and why I’m learning to be intentional about who gets access to me and my future company. I also share how I’m thinking through team-building, family, and the kind of work culture I want to create.

In this episode, I spend my day off reflecting on the people who do and don’t belong in my future while I keep building my business and my confidence. I also talk through a new book cover idea, my TikTok Shop plans, and why I’m learning to trust my own judgment more than other people’s noise.

In this episode, I spend the day making real progress on my coloring books, my confidence work, and the next version of my business. I also talk about taking a much-needed day off, updating my future book ideas, and choosing to move forward without waiting for everything to be perfect.

In this episode, I remind myself that I’m the expert on my own life while I sort through my routine, my business ideas, and what actually works for me. I also share a few wins, like getting my medicine handled, getting feedback on my children’s story, and deciding to add handwritten thank-you notes for my TikTok Shop customers.

In this episode, I’m easing into Memorial Day with a mix of self-care, business planning, and a little travel prep for New York. I also talk about building my art page, updating my routines, and keeping my focus on rest, progress, and the next steps ahead.

In this episode, I lean into magnetic confidence by celebrating myself, practicing breath work, and shifting into a more grounded, powerful energy. I also get a little passionate about the best sandwich I’ve ever had, because sometimes joy and confidence look like great bread and good food.

In this episode, I’m focused on progress, not perfection, as I check off big tasks like my care.com posting, EIN application, and TikTok Shop setup. I also talk through my mentor calls, my next steps for art and coloring books, and why I’m trying to build momentum one piece at a time

In this episode, I celebrate my half birthday with a quieter morning, a little coloring, and a few small wins that make me feel more grounded. I also talk through my new sleep protocol, my unicorn laptop sleeve, and the next creative steps I want to take with my art and business.

In this episode, I talk about where I am right now: frustrated, grateful, and still moving forward through the mess of family, laundry, and building my business. I also reflect on how far I’ve come since my birthday, the pressure I still feel, and why I’m trying to hold on to hope while I keep building.

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