I wonder how would it feel to earn money from something you care so much about. How would It feel to see a beautiful woman wearing my design, in the middle of the street. I don’t know the answers to those questions yet, but I do hope those "shiny eyes" will never go away. Those eyes who always tell, I wouldn't want it any other way.
Sunday, February 28, 2021
Saturday, February 27, 2021
It's my happy place
Saturday morning. I am here, in this four-floor building by myself. And it feels like I am in heaven. It is so quiet I can only hear myself typing and the birds singing outside. Even though it's been hard working here, sharing a table with 5 more people, the endless noise, and unbelievable mess- I love it here. It's my happy place.
Friday, February 26, 2021
Brave enough
I was trying to cheer them up when he said "but you already have an idea. A concept". There is always a "beginning" along this journey. There is no done time because there is always something new to learn, something that can make things better. But I do remember. The days I used to sit at the library dreaming I will be brave enough to do what I am doing today.
Thursday, February 25, 2021
Never give up
I met him more than a year ago. Back then I had an idea, he didn't believe in. Today I went black there. Same place, same bus- different response. I guess all you need to do is follow your instincts. And never give up.
Wednesday, February 24, 2021
Hard work always pays off
I have come a long way and still, I have a long way to go. Sometimes It seems like too big of a dream and sometimes I feel like I can do anything. One thing is sure- no matter where I will go, no matter what I will do- I will be o.k, because hard work always pays off.
Tuesday, February 23, 2021
It doesn’t happen overnight
I want my website to be perfect, I want to overcome my social media phobia, to have my own studio, where I can work with peace of mind. Not big dreams. Small and precious ones. Perfect is not realistic and dreams sometimes do come true but patience is needed. It doesn’t happen overnight.
Monday, February 22, 2021
You will succeed
When you don’t look at your watch, when you don’t think about being In bed, or the upcoming weekend- You will get things done. One step at a time. One problem to solve after another. At the end of the day- it adds up. When your only focus is progress- You will succeed.
Sunday, February 21, 2021
You can always try again tomorrow
For the past 8 hours, I have been trying to make a new design. A vision who ended up in the trash. When that happens I always remember- It's accurate when you say trying. Because by doing something new, no one can promise you it will work. It's hard when it cost you 8 hours. And harder when it takes longer. But the most important lesson is you can always try again tomorrow.
Saturday, February 20, 2021
Keep going
Keep going. Even if you don’t know where you are going yet. Even if you are tired and not sure if there is a light at the end of the tunnel. Keep going because the alternative is very clear. The uncertainty can be replaced with excitement. The fear can be replaced with pushing forward. Flip your thought. Most of the time it will work.
Friday, February 19, 2021
Thursday, February 18, 2021
Miss the most
Sometimes I feel like I am running out of energy. I don’t think money will bring me the energy nor a well-designed website. The energy will come from customers, connections, from the things I miss the most.
Wednesday, February 17, 2021
The first step
The first step is the hardest. Once you decide, all you need is to follow. Every night I write my tasks for the next day, so when I start my day- I follow. There is no magic trick for the first step except thinking about what it would feel like in a few months from now if you start today.
Tuesday, February 16, 2021
Don't give up
I went through the photos of my first collection and I got so emotional. It was an idea for such a long time. A concept I wondered how come no one has ever tried before. Looking at it now, knowing how hard this journey was I think I got the answer. Don't give up.
Monday, February 15, 2021
It's inevitable
I always wonder if the deal I have made was worth it. Most of the time I feel like I was deceived. I will gladly pay you extra if you're worth it but I would feel betrayed if you are not. It's inevitable. It's like wanting to be right all the time. Winning one time after another. And no one can promise you that.
Sunday, February 14, 2021
For a stronger character
I would probably try to avoid confronting you. I will see it as a failed deal instead of telling you where you did wrong. But now, I can't afford those mistakes. Those mistakes are not something you can overcome easily. My heart beats fast, I keep repeating what I said and how, but I am doing it. For my business, for myself, for a stronger character.
Saturday, February 13, 2021
Watch out
I was supposed to be a big step forward and yet tears are running through my face. I don’t know why I am crying. Maybe it's a mixed feeling of fear and uncertainty. Maybe it's me being too sensitive, thinking about why people say or do the things they do. This discussion is irrelevant and dangerous. Watch out.
Friday, February 12, 2021
Do you believe
What will make you give up? Will it be people around you. Maybe your inability to trust the process, and your instincts. At the corner of my eyes, I saw the rack with my designs and thought the only question that really matters is- Do you believe in yourself. I will figure it out. As I always do.
Thursday, February 11, 2021
Wednesday, February 10, 2021
Changing your mindset
"Focus on ideas, not people" I keep telling myself. People will always be there. Everywhere. In every company or an open space. The question is will you let it bother you. Will you invest your time discussing it or will you focus on your work, your progress, and ideas. Packing up your things and move elsewhere will not solve the problem. Changing your mindset will.
Tuesday, February 9, 2021
Quality of life
What Is the point if we are not in a good mood? No matter how far you have come, no matter if success is waiting for you around the corner- If you are not "in the mood" nothing matters. Being in a good mood is not for others around you, it is for you. For your wellbeing, your success, your quality of life.
Monday, February 8, 2021
Growing pains
It is going to be a hectic week, with too long lists of tasks and long hours. I used to always feel like I want to be "after", after the stressful event, after a big step forward, where the waves are calmer. But now I don’t. I no longer want to be "after", I am happy I have those full "mission accomplished" days, where you can point out the progress and feel the growing pains. This is what life is all about.
Sunday, February 7, 2021
You can.
This Friday I will be there, looking at the beautiful model wearing my designs. I know many would wonder how come I am so excited about a day in a studio- but I am. It is not only the 18 months I have been working on every inch of every outfit- It's my forever dream. A road I never believed I would be brave enough to take. And all I can think about these days are not the people who said "no" to me but the people who said "Yes, You can".
Saturday, February 6, 2021
Butterflies
Tomorrow I will be back at the studio after a mouth in lockdown. I know the vibe, the people, the routine and still, I have those new start butterflies. Nothing really stays the same. Not if progress is your daily mission. Embrace those butterflies. It indicates you are moving in the right direction.
Friday, February 5, 2021
My kind of Friday.
Friday night, I am sitting on my bed drinking tea with biscuits dreaming about next Friday. Next Friday will be a big day for me. My first collection will be photographed on a beautiful model by a professional photographer. Thinking about all those days at the studio on Fridays, all those moments I couldn’t stop the tears running through my face. Step by step, I am moving towards my dreams. My kind of Friday.
Thursday, February 4, 2021
Be prepared
I started my day planning my post-quarantine schedule, drinking my
coffee when my computer shut down. I didn't lose it but I was nervous. Scared I
lost everything. A black square of hardware and plastic that has my whole life
in it. Unbelievable. Lucky me, I was able to save it. Be prepared, take the
extra step so when it happens, you will be ready.
Wednesday, February 3, 2021
The right mood
Sometimes you get out of bed, and you are not in the "mood". Not a specific reason or any sign of getting sick. "Just" a mood that controls you until you snap out of it. It affects your productivity, your wellbeing, the things that normally make you happy. Decide to get up in the right mood. It's is only up to you.
Tuesday, February 2, 2021
Magic that happens once you decide
I used to see her printing in 3D next to my cutting table. I looked at it as if it was a miracle. I always said "one day" I will learn how to print my ideas. Then a year passed and I said "one day" is today. Scrolling through my old pictures today, I saw them. All my printed ideas- and smiled. Pictures of magic that happens once you decide.
Monday, February 1, 2021
Flip your thought
Some people know where they will be in 5 years. I don’t. Sometimes it feels like those unknown parts of life make me nervous but maybe, not knowing is exciting. It's a good reason to push your boundaries, run as if life is a marathon. Flip your thought, no one knows for sure anyway.
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