2022 ~ Not Perfect Perfect Blog

Saturday, December 31, 2022

It doesn’t have to be black or white.

It’s the human brain. One day you “can’t” see it and the next day you can see it all. One day you think you “lost” it and the next thing you know you “got it”. It doesn’t have to be black or white. Remember it for next time.

Big of a dream.

"What if you are dreaming too big?" well, that's how you should be dreaming. It may feel like "too big" of a dream but don't forget you once had a dream to be exactly where you are today.

Stories.

It’s all stories. Stories you tell yourself, so why not tell a good one? Why not tell an optimistic one?. Looking back, thinking about old stories is not going to help you but creating new ones, will.

"More".

You feel like you're stomping in place but you are not. You feel like you're not doing enough even if you can see the work in front of you. You always think "more” but it doesn’t mean you're not moving.

You got this.

Start small. Start strong. Make a plan. And stick to it. You already know how it woks. You got this.

Good days will come.

It feels like it will never go away, but it will. It feels like you will never solve that problem, but you will. When you can’t see it, hang in there. Good days will come.

Phase.

It a phase. That happens. It doesn’t mean you have to re write your goals, it just mean you have to be patient and let your body heal. Maybe not tomorrow, but soon.

Winning.

It happens. What are you going to do when it happens will determine your future. You better not let doubt get in you way, you only have one option. Winning.

Every day a step forward toward your goal.

You don't need a certain date, a special call, or a great opportunity. You need to put in the work. No excuses, no "tomorrow", no hesitation. Every day a step forward toward your goal.

Real work.

When someone else is grabbing your attention, but you keep going. When your mind is all over but you are trying to stay focused. When you find it hard sometimes but still see a better tomorrow. That is where real work begins.

Better than you ever imagined.

It may take longer than expected but don't bite yourself up. You are doing the best you can and you already proved to yourself it's better than you ever imagined.

You are here to get better. Every single day.

If it’s not challenging you, if you are not doing something better than you did yesterday- It’s not worth it. It may take longer, or may not get you the same attention. But, you are not here for that. You are here to get better. Every single day.

Don’t say “but”.

Don’t say “but”. "I have this, but I don’t have that". "I feel great but, I wish I had XXX". It’s a bottomless pit. Try to be happy with what you have got now. No “but” is needed. Every chance you have to smile, you better smile.

"Are you able to think"?- Then you have everything.

Stress will not let you enjoy it fully. Thinking about 10 years from now won't do it either. You better be here, "in the moment" because "who knows" what tomorrow holds for you. Remember to zip that coffee with a smile, let the sunlight touch your face, and tell yourself "are you able to think"?- Then you have everything.

The life you always wanted.

As long as you have that bug. That feeling you need to know more. You will be fine. Learning will get you the life you always wanted.

You already have it all.

You can do it. You already passed the hard part. Making that decision. Now you "just" need to stick to it and keep pushing forward. keep getting better. You may not feel that way, but you already have it all.

Friends.

Good friends will understand you. Good friends will be happy for you . They will tell you what they think not what you want to hear. Lucky you. Don’t you forget it.

Your secret.

Some day it will happen. Someday people will know what you managed to keep a secret for a very long time. Some day you won't be able to laugh it out, saying it's "just a hobby". You can't control everything. The only thing you can control is to keep on going.

It’s just noise.

It’s just noise. A loud noise telling you how things should be. Society's voice telling you this isn’t normal. You can listen but it doesn’t mean you have to act accordingly. You do you, and the rest will follow.

Win.

Sometimes you have an answer and sometimes you don’t. Sometimes you have a 10 year plan energy and sometimes you don’t. Uncertainty is a big part of this journey but moving forward with it, is what makes you win.

It adds up.

Doing the same but better is not a joke. It’s what brought me here. It’s what made me get an email, like the one I got today. Being happy when things go as planned doesn’t count, it’s the other way around. And that is exactly why I am here now.

You have to rethink.

You have to rethink, to question yourself. You have to hear things that make you uncomfortable. Something is not working and you need to fix it. Please note, this is not a hobby, it’s a business.

Kind people brought you here, don't you forget it.

It's the pilates teacher who wants you to feel better after her class, it's the young man who voluntarily drove 80 minutes to fix your car, it's the people in the fabric store who welcome you with a big smile when you walk through the store. Kind people brought you here, don't you forget it.

Don’t stall. Focus.

Don’t talk about the small things for too long, to react to something that feels like “nothing”. Make a “room” for the good stuff”. For your ideas, kind thoughts, imagination, and goals. Don’t stall, focus.

Invest.

It doesn’t matter what you do, treat yourself as a startup. Invest time in developing your skills, on a well-balanced diet. Invest in your body and mindset. It doesn’t matter where you came from and where you're heading- Invest in yourself because it's the best recipe for a better life.

Remember.

You are already living it, the dream. And you didn't do it all by yourself. Kind people brought you here. Kind people, you don't even know, who's cheering you without asking anything in return. Remember that.

It's not like you.

Don't go there. Don't say things you don't mean. It will cost you and the people around you and you can never take it back. Be quiet, think harder, and don't fall into the trap. It's not like you.

Waiting.

You are waiting. Waiting for an email, a package, a sign to tell you “now is the time”. Well you already know how it works, You won’t. You just need to decide today is the day, and the rest will follow.

Keep going.

You are doing amazing. Even if you don’t think you are. You keep showing up. You keep going even if it feels hard. Even if you can’t “see” it. You already know some days are like that, but you are still here. Keep going.

Life.

It’s not a brain fog, it’s a day off. You will have those days around the corner just like you have amazing ones. That’s called life. No questioning is needed.

Next level.

Now is the time to take it to the next level. To get scared again, to start something new. A mission you know will be too difficult. It may feel like it now, but think about where you might be next year. You already know how it works.

You are doing the same, but better.

I'm doing the same every day. Same road to work, same food, same table. It feels like I'm doing the same, but I am not. It seems like I'm walking in place but I am not. The “accessories” around you may be the same, but you are not. You are doing the same, but better. You're better.

“What if” questions.

Asking “what if” is asking yourself a "wasted" question. As if you ask yourself if could fly one day? or what if you were taller than you are?. You can ask those questions but you already know the answer. Think about questions with an answer worth your time and energy. Those kinds of "what if" questions are not going to help you.

Wake up. It’s not your story.

“The only one left” doesn’t mean anything. Left out of what? Who decided “left” is a bad thing?. It's all a story we choose to tell ourselves. Wake up. It’s not your story.

And suddenly “it doesn’t feel far from the real you”.

"Next year will be your year", I keep telling myself. But this year was also my year. It’s been here for a while now and suddenly “it doesn’t feel far from the real you”. Lucky you.

Lucky you.

You already know what happiness feels like, so don’t let your thoughts about the future take it away from you. Breath in, take it all in, it may not be here tomorrow.

"list" of happiness.

I can be happy for you if you have money and I don’t, I can be happy for your engagements even if I am not. Your "list" of happiness doesn’t have to be similar to mine. We can both be happy. For ourselves and for others.

Doing what you love the most is already a win.

You are not confused. You know exactly what brings you joy. No waiting but working, no distractions but focus, no destination but process. Doing what you love the most is already a win.

See yourself in the destination

You already know how it works. You “don’t feel like it”, you have a list of reasons why “you can’t” in your hand, but then you close your eyes and see yourself in the destination, and there is no better feeling than that. Keep going.

You will be fine.

You will be fine. Fine with what you have. Fine with what you find. You are not lost. You are human. One day you cry and the next day you smile. Well, that's life. Don’t beat yourself up.

Pick another box to open.

When you let your mind open those boxes you get lost. Lost in your own thought. Lost in doubt. Don’t do it to yourself. Pick another box to open. Reminisce on happy memories, they will take you further.

Clap for yourself.

Seeing it in my email box makes me smile. I may not be ready yet but it doesn’t mean I can’t be happy. "They" may not think it’s worth much but who gets to decide except you?. Be happy for yourself. Clap for yourself.

Speak up.

You have to talk, to share your story. It may not be for everyone but it may be for someone. Someone who needs to hear it. It’s not going to be easy, but it’s going to be worth it. Speak up.

Who I am is not what I do.

What do you do it’s a popular question. It helps the person in front of you build “your profile". It’s a pattern we “used” to that needs to be changed. Who I am is not what I do. I am a lot. I do a lot. You are not committed to one answer.

Be happy whenever. It’s yours to choose.

You feel happy but you don’t know if it’s a good enough reason to smile. You don’t need to explain it, after all, who is in charge of the “happiness list”? No one. You are in charge of your own list. Be happy whenever. It’s yours to choose.

Good side of things.

Don’t ask why? Ask why not. Don’t ask "when" instead think this minute. Time is running out, wouldn’t you want to waste on the good side of things?.

Another way to connect.

Maybe it’s not supposed to be like yesterday. Perhaps it’s ok, to find another way to connect. It’s where the magic is. We change, we grow, and we evolve. Expecting things to be the same as they were is not what life is all about.

Big step forward.

It hurts now but maybe not forever. It scars you now, but one day it will be less scary. There is no "right" answer. No perfect recipe and no guarantees. But maybe hoping for a better tomorrow, is already a big step forward.

You will get there.

It was a long walk, and I couldn’t see the end of it. It was hot and I was carrying too many things on my back. But all I could think about was what was waiting for me when I get there. It started by thinking only about the next step if I "feel" like it or not until I got there. You will get there.

Better self, better outcome. Better tomorrow.

What if it matters? What if someone listening to it, will feel less alone. It's not just you. Everyone is looking for a better self, a better outcome, and a better tomorrow. Speak up for yourself, and for those who need to hear it.

You can always flip it.

You can always flip it. Your mood, your thoughts, and the way you think. It's all on you and it's priceless when you learn to flip to the "right" side.

Nothing will change until you change it.

That’s not busy. That’s fun. That is not a job, that’s a hobby. Nothing will change until you change it. You will always have ideas, but making them doesn’t get you closer to your goal. Stay focus.

There is always another way.

There is always another way. Another way to make things move in the right direction. If you can’t see it, start with a white piece of paper and a clear mind. And the rest will follow.

It may all be a fog at the moment until one day it won’t.

There is no negotiation. No wondering. No questioning. There is only one thing you need to do and that is to keep moving forward. It may all be a fog at the moment until one day it won’t.

That wasn’t the plan.

You have to figure it out. Not tomorrow, today. You are on your own. Adjust, simplify, and focus. Without selling, it’s just a hobby. And that wasn’t the plan.

You know exactly how it feels.

It will always start with doubt. With excuses telling you why today it’s ok to "not be ok". But if you skip that part, acknowledge it, and still manage to follow your schedule- You're on the other side of fear. And you know exactly how it feels.

You know what “happiness” really means

Smile. Smile today, not tomorrow. Smile even if things don't go as planned, even if the path toward the unknown is difficult. Smile because when you look at the sky from the corner of the studio, you know what “happiness” really means.

Don’t give up. Not today, not ever.

Don’t give up. Not today, not ever. If it’s coming your way, there is a reason. Maybe you're not sure why, maybe you're wondering why. But asking “why” is not going to help you. The sun will shine tomorrow and the question is what will you be doing?.

The future is not here yet.

Don’t go there. The future is not here yet. Experience today as today. Remember, don’t ruin the now for the later, who knows how it turns out to be anyway.

Your hands.

Look at them. Your hands. They know better. Don’t let your mind fool you. Let your hands guide you. Make room for your ideas. It’s the only thing that can help you.

Key for a better life.

I never saw it coming. Not this. But the moral of the story is: invest in yourself. Treat yourself as a start-up. Because investing in yourself is key. Key for a better life.

Smile.

You woke up early. You got dressed. You put a smile on your face even though you didn’t feel like it. And before you noticed you are on your second task of the day. You shouldn’t be waiting for anything. It's all on you. Doing is the only thing that will get you where you want to be.

It’s not brain fog.

It’s not brain fog. And even if it was- You better find a way to make it work. There is no plan B in this movie. You already have a plan. You already know how it works- So you better make yourself proud.

Moving on.

Don’t go there. You already moved on. It’s only hurting you. What’s done is done. Next time you will know better. Reading another article, or making another google search is not going to help you. But moving on- Will.

Purpose

Even if you can't see it, it does mean it’s not coming. Seeing it when you close your eyes means something. It means you have a goal. It means you know what you are aiming for. It means every moment has a purpose- Getting you closer.

Celebrate

"How come you didn’t celebrate it?” I ask myself. Those moments of pure joy, of significant accomplishments. But I was moving on to the next thing. Next time I will know better because they come, they should be celebrated.

The only thing that will fix it, is DOING.

You don’t need another camera, you already have one. You don’t need another machine, you already have two. These are all excuses. You are scared. Time will not solve it, nor an item you “need”. The only thing that will fix it, is DOING.

Future.

It's not the money, it’s the skills. It’s not “one day”, it’s today. Not “what if”, but "what’s next". You can’t do anything about the past, but you can definitely ruin your future.

You.

You are not sick, you are scared. And moving all your tasks for tomorrow will not solve your problems. Don’t wait for anything. Not an email, not a phone call, not even a “good job”. The only one who can change the situation- Is you.

Be careful.

Don’t go there. You are not the police. And your mood shouldn't be based on other people's actions. You are trying to educate when it’s not your job. Not now, not ever. Be careful where you put your energy, you might waste it all for nothing.

Not your problem.

It has nothing to do with you. It's not your space, not your money, and therefore, not your problem. Mind your own business. It's just an excuse to avoid thinking about the things that truly matter.

It's part of the journey.

You will probably fail. You will ship your work and someone will be disappointed. You will get a sale and wouldn't know where to start. Things happened. Things you can control, and some you can't. It's part of the journey you choose.

Keep going.

You are doing everything now, but not forever. You can’t really "see it"?well, not forever. Nothing lasts forever. Even if it seems like you are walking in the same spot, you are not. Keep going.

Move on.

You made a mistake. You are paying for it. You will probably make some more soon. Get over it. No panic attack is needed. Move on.

Don’t fall for it. Stay focus.

You are jumping. Jumping from one place to another. You have too many ideas, but be careful, that’s a trap. That is the perfect excuse for why you can't take the next step. Don’t fall for it. Stay focus.

No shortcut.

There are no shortcuts. No "life-changing" emails. No magic tricks. It’s constant work. You chose this path knowing "resting" will never be part of the game.

Your time is your biggest asset.

Small talk is a scam. You do you. Think before you speak. Don’t if you don’t feel it’s necessary. Your time is your biggest asset. Use it wisely.

Your plate is full already. Move on.

Mind your own business. Don’t try to fix others. Don’t compare. You don’t have the time or “space” for this. Your plate is full already. Move on.

Stay focus.

Not today, tomorrow. Not tomorrow? next week. You already know how it works. Step by step, you will get there. Even if it looks far away. As long as you are here, doing the work that matters, you will get there. Stay focus.

It starts by doing.

It starts by doing. Do you have too many things on your list? start with one. Do you have too many ideas? pick one first. Do you have too many thoughts? Focus on the one who truly matters. You already know how it works. It begins with one and the rest will follow.

You got this.

You got this. You got this even when you feel lost. You got this even if you don’t know where you are going. You got this because your hands are working and your mind is already living your future.

That is just the way it is.

You are doing the things on your list, marking off designs you have made but it still feels “not enough”. There is always something else you could do, something not less important. The thing is, there will forever be important things left behind. Just like there are only 24 hours a day. That is just the way it is.

The answer is very simple.

How? Well the answer is very simple. You start. You make tomorrow count. You bring a new idea to life. You learn something new. No magic trick, but consistent work. Repeat.

Easy

You don’t want it to get easier but if it is, that means you are ready for the next step, the next challenge. Is that easy for you? Good! On to the next. Repeat.

You can always do more.

You can always do better. You can always do more. But, being happy with what you accomplished without having the feeling you missed something is also a great lesson.

Smile. It will all fall into place.

Breath. Not because it's what we do, but because you got this. Breath because you are doing it "despite", doing the same but better. Smile. It will all fall into place.

It means you know where you are going.

Taking a step back doesn't mean you have failed. It means you know something is wrong and you are trying to fix it. It takes courage. It takes discipline. It means you know where you're heading.

The person you want to become.

Doing things you don’t want to do is part of the deal. That is how you grow. That is how you step out of your comfort zone, that is how you become the person you want to become. You will forever have reasons “why not” but leave it for the ones stepping in place.

Now is the perfect time to be happy.

Be happy now. Smile now. You have so much to be happy about, so be happy. Not tomorrow. Not when you'll get “there”. Now is the perfect time to be happy.

Make today a good day.

Don’t let it bite you. The past, the doubt, the status. It’s only a distraction. It’s your brain trying to pull you back a little. Don’t let it. Focus on today, and make it a good day.

Every single day.

Maybe it will take a while. Maybe it will not go as planned. But one day it will happen. Exactly as you imagine. Because you are here. Doing the same but better. Every single day.

"Proud of you"

"Proud of you" coming from the right people is the one you should be happy about. She was my teacher, my idol, and the reason I am working the way I am. It all happened too fast but sitting in her classroom was one of my life's gifts. Lucky me.

Wake up. You already know how it works.

Wake up. You already know how it works. Most days you wouldn’t “feel like it”, most days your legs will hurt, and your work will feel “complicated”. But the feeling of “mission completed successfully” is worth it. It’s all worth it.

Next time, try to skip the first part.

You know exactly how it works. You don’t feel like doing that assignment today. You are trying to look for excuses, and get angry at yourself. But then you get up from the chair, and before you notice- you're actually doing it. Now you have the biggest smile ever. Next time, try to skip the first part.

It’s hard to believe I am here now.

“I love your work,” they say, and I can’t believe it. The word “work” doesn’t feel right. Can I even call myself a “fashion designer”?. Who decides I am?. I know my worth and yet, it’s hard to believe I am here now.

You will get through it.

If time goes by slowly it means something is wrong. Maybe it’s just a phase, maybe you're running away from something. But breath, things barely stay the same. You will get through it.

Same table, diffrent "me".

Same table, diffrernt mindset. Same hands, diffrernt capability. Same computer, diffrernt set of skills. I started writing this blog 1000 days ago, wondering who would be the person writing it in 1000 blogs more. Lucky me.

Not tomorrow, today.

Not tomorrow, today. Be happy where ever you are. Be happy with what you have. Enjoy every bite, every event, every moment. Because “every day is your birthday”.

Do your best.

The list is long, but you like it. Your legs feel heavy but you know what it means. You can’t “see” it with your eye but you can “see” it when you close them. You know where you are going, and you know you will do your best.

Start.

Start even if you don’t know how. Start even if it feels like you are not ready. Start even though you are scared. Start. Because until you do, you will feel the same.

Being angry is not going to help you.

Being angry is not going to help you. What’s done is done. Remembering "it could have been worse"- Will. Don't waste your time and energy, move on- You are only hurting yourself.

Maybe "one day" is today.

Maybe not today, maybe not tomorrow. But one day. One day you will get “there”. Maybe you are already there. Remember "It's not a sprint, it's a marathon". Keep going and the rest will follow.

Overcoming is the name of the game.

One day it will all be remembered as an episode. A time you learned a big lesson. You are not there yet but you already know overcoming is the name of the game. So you better work towards your goals in the meantime.

What is it?

What will put you back on track? What will make you go through it, with your head held high?. Remember, it’s not for the person you see when you look in the mirror- It’s for the person you want to become.

Thankful.

People. People will get you out of it. Kind one. Lucky me, they are here. Making me laugh over things I am crying about. Reminding me, that life is not all black and white. Thankful.

No recipe.

The is no recipe. No recipe to teach you the steps. No emails to give you some answers, no medicine to make you motivated. It’s all on you. Don’t wait for anything. “No one is coming”.

Make it your DNA.

It’s your medicine. It’s your gift. Your craft- And it’s working. Be grateful for it. Grateful for the ideas, your working hands, and your ability to move on. No clapping is required. Make it your DNA.

Not today but one day.

Not today but one day. One day you will find the recipe. The recipe you see when your eyes are closed. It all looks blurry when your eyes are wide open but one day it will all be clear- Keep going.

Be nice.

Being nice doesn't cost you. Being nice servers you more than the person you are serving. Being nice makes you feel better. And who are we without others?. Be nice.

It’s on YOU.

You have been “using” this excuse for a while. But you know you have to “jump” back in. The first step is the hardest but the sooner you take that step- the better. It’s on YOU.

Smart enough to notice.

Giving up is not an option. You just need to take a step back and watch yourself. Are you doing work that matters? Are you chasing the "wrong" things?. It doesn’t mean you are failing it just means you are smart enough to notice.

Keep walking.

You are trying to find an answer. Waiting for someone to tell you the “right answer”. But don’t. Keep walking. Keep moving forward. Look for it as you go. You are going to miss out. And regret will follow.

That is how you actually “win” in life.

On your way “there” you will have many challenges, but did you manage to "squeeze" the day? to be happy with what you have got at the moment? Don’t forget, that is how you actually “win” in life.

So let’s trust the process.

You can heal yourself. And you know exactly how it works. Plan your day, execute and repeat. You already proved yourself it works. So let’s trust the process.

"I hope you win"

It may take a while but you already know how it works. You get hit and get back up. You will make it happen. But being here right now- Is what this game is really about.

Are you strong enough to overcome?

Now is the time to look at the half glass full. It’s time to think it could have been worse. It’s not going to be easy, But who promised you life will be easy? The question is are you strong enough to overcome?.

Buckle up.

You are missing the old "you" but it’s you. Thinking about the past instead of the future. Maybe is all an excuse. Allowing you to stay in your “safer” zone instead of moving forward. Please remember, on the other side of fear there is so much more for you. Buckle up.

One.

Start with one. One assignment. One design. One product. Doing one thing is better than not doing anything at all. "I hope you win".

A lesson.

It’s a lesson. A painful one. A lesson to remind myself what's truly important and what’s not. Next time you will know better.

Overcome.

You will find a way to overcome it. You will find the strength to push through. One day it will all belong to the past, and you will feel proud. Proud you didn’t “wait” until it was all over.

It’s a story about believing.

It’s not "just" a post. It’s not just “for fun”. It’s your life story. It’s doing what you were afraid of all along. It’s a story about believing. A story about pushing through despite a million reasons. Not a simple story. But it’s going to be a good one. It already is.

Winning is the name of the game.

Don’t do it. Don’t look for a “good job”. No clapping or parties. No one cares. Don’t wonder why. Don’t try to understand. It is a big waste of your time. keep working. Winning is the name of the game.

Overcoming or defeat? Your choice.

There is no magic trick in this case. There is only the story you tell yourself. Do you want it to be a story about overcoming or defeat? Your choice. There is no guarantee. But you can make a guarantee to yourself, this one will be about overcoming.

You know.

"And now what? Now you work". You work with no hesitation. Work with no comparison, Work with no "what if". Drip by drip it adds up and you will get there. You know.

You haven't even started yet

You are not sick, you are resting. You are not exhausted, you are just tired. You didn't "lose" anything, you haven't even started yet. You can tell yourself many stories, but you know you got this.

Make it count.

Those days will not make you weaker, but the opposite. Try to be here, breathe. Enjoy it. Make it count. Thinking about where you need to be is only going to leave you behind.

A life worth living.

Maybe not today but one day you will have to tell your story. Without it, non of it truly matters. It’s not a story about fashion. It’s a story about a life worth living.

Lesson learned.

Your body will heal, and you will get stronger. You would look at it as another lesson you had to learn. Knowing nothing should be taken for granted.

There is no recipe.

“But he’s such a good person,” I said. And he answered, “ life doesn’t work that way”. Bad things happen to good people. There is no recipe. No magic trick. There is only a one-way street called forward. What are you going to do with that, It’s only up to you.

It's human.

A bad day like today is not a failure, it’s just a bad day. It doesn't have to be justified, it doesn't mean you are not aware of the “big problems” it just means you are human. You can feel however you want but always remember you are the only one who can get you out of it.

Don’t give up.

Not tomorrow, today. What are you doing today for a better tomorrow? Are you scared? Perfect. Are you learning? Great. Are you able to think? Then you have everything. You are on your way. Don’t give up.

Keep going.

You don’t feel like it and you can’t see “it”. Well, there are two ways to handle it. You can pull off the “don’t feel good” card or you can keep going. Keep going will make you feel better, anything else- won't.

Think again.

You don’t have to. You don’t have to do anything. But you should. Not all the things running through your head, but some of them. Maybe you're scared, maybe there are more important things on your mind at the moment but- telling yourself “you don’t have to” is not the right answer. Think again.

Kind people.

It’s a story about kind people. Kind people who brought me here. Nice people who care. They are out there, making me smile. Making me want to be better. And that is the name of this game called life.

Look for the real deal- Winning.

Maybe it will take longer than you expected. Maybe not go exactly how you planned but as long as you are out there, doing it will all force- you are halfway there. Don’t quit. Don't hesitate. Don’t look for trophies. Look for the real deal- Winning.

You will get there.

Picking the “don’t feel good” excuse will not take you anywhere. Getting up despite all the noise- Will. How do you do that? by starting small. You better do one thing from your list than nothing at all. "Drip by drip". You will get there.

Happy wherever you are.

“Don’t postpone joy” she said. Be happy now. Be present. Things will never be easy. Life is not easy. Find a way to be happy despite. Happy wherever you are.

You got this.

It is going to be a beautiful journey. One with a good ending. One with stories about failures and successes, sacrifices and courage. Don’t let fear destroy the journey you have already started. You got this.

It’s easier.

It’s easier. Easier to focus on something else but you know it's called running. Running away from the things that truly matter. No one is coming. No one is going to do the work instead of you. Where do you see yourself in a year?! So you better work on it now.

As long as you can see the “big picture” you will be fine.

As long as you can see the “big picture” you will be fine. Those small seatbacks will not kill you. You can feel imposter or “lost” but as long as you know what you are aiming for and keep claiming there- You will be fine.

Be the hero.

Be the hero. The girl who takes things easy. Who cries over the “big thing”. Don’t let it destroy what you proved yourself you are capable of. You got a gift, don’t let it slip away. Be the hero. Nothing lasts forever anyway.

Work harder.

You can cry but it's going to cost you. And you hate to lose money. All those creams and massages are being wasted when you do. Crying is not going to help you. The only thing that can help you is to work harder.

You got this.

You will find your “how”. You will find those moments where light shine threw. It may not get any clearer soon but it will get better. Put the “what if” aside, and replace it with “what’s next”. You got this.

It's not fair.

It's not fair. Fair towards others who watch you. Thinking you have it all figured out. Telling your story when you are "in the mood" doesn't mean anything. Telling it when you are not- Means everything.

Decide.

It doesn’t matter what they'll say. You have to decide on your own. Decide this too shall pass. Decide you are strong enough to handle it. Decide it was a mistake and move on. It’s your call.

You do the work. Repeat.

You will get there. You are already there. Don’t let the outside noise make you doubt yourself. You have enough of it every morning you get up. It's very simple. You get up, no questions asked. You do the work. Repeat.

You keep going.

Maybe it’s good you don’t get too excited, maybe it’s for the better that your brain is doing "the usual". The usual means you don’t let the outside world dictate your schedule. It means you know exactly what you are doing- You keep going.

Make your word count.

You made a promise to yourself? Keep it. keep it so next time you will know, your words mean something. Did you set your alarm clock to 6:00 AM? then get up, as if the snooze button doesn’t exist. You already made the decision. Make your word count.

Time is your biggest asset.

Time. Time is your biggest asset. Use it wisely. Don’t cry over past events. Don’t ask yourself questions with no answers. Don't wonder what “if”. None of it is going to help you. If you want to do better, to be better- Think about the future.

Persevere.

You should be proud. Proud of yourself for being here. For trying. For showing up. "despite". "You could take a day off or two," they say but you know better. Every day is a lesson, and today was a very good one. Persevere.

Be nice.

You skipped a day. And you know it’s not for a holiday but you are still mad. Making it worse than it is. Be nice. Be nice to yourself like you are nice to others. Be nice because that self-talk is doing the opposite of what you need.

“When it’s all over…”

“When it’s all over…” is a bad start to a sentence. It means you can "half-ass" it. It gets you off the hock. It lets you stay in your comfort zone. And who wants that? Tell a different story. A story of overcoming. A story where you kept on going “despite”.

Keep going. You know exactly where you are going.

As long as they are coming, you will be fine. You test, you learn, and you grow. All the rest will follow. No matter how you feel, as long as you keep “seeing” them, nothing will come your way. Keep going. You know exactly where you are going.

Thank you life.

Every time I drive here I look at the sky and say thank you. Thank you life. Thank you dreams. Thank you failures. To every one of you out there who’s cheering me without asking anything in return. To every hero of mine. I know I haven’t even started yet, but I am here because of you. Thank you.

Readjust.

Taking a break is not a failure. Taking a step back is not a cowardly move. Maybe it’s precisely the opposite. Perhaps it’s a chance to look from another perspective. A chance to grow. Working on “neutral” can sometimes be an “easy way out”. Readjust.

"Is this the life I want?"

"Don't feel like it" is here to stay. Most days you will do things you don't like. Life is not a vacation. You can stay in your "box" and, minimize your "risks" but ask yourself "Is this the life I want?".

“What’s next?” is the right question.

You will never get younger. You will never get to experience today all over again nor you can undo yesterday. The only way is to move on wisely. Move on with intent. Move on with appreciation. What's done is done, “what’s next?” is the right question.

Be extra ready. Always.

Do your research. And then do some more. It may take another phone call, a few more minutes, or even a few buckets but in the long run- it’s always worth it. Today, kind people helped you, but you can end up on your own next time. Be extra ready. Always.

That is already a victory.

Maybe your pace is different. Maybe you are not as you used to be, but you are doing the work. You show up. You make things better. That is already a victory.

Overcoming is the key.

You will go through it. You will feel better. You made a painful mistake, and now you are paying for it.“What if” is not going to help you but “what’s next?” will. Overcoming is the key. And you can do it.

“Everyday is your birthday”.

No matter what it is, if it has nothing to do with your health- You should be happy with whatever coming your way. But feel that way every day, not only when things get hard. As my mom always says “every day is your birthday”.

Breath. You will be fine.

I was lying there. The light was too bright and the noise was unbearable. For a moment I felt as if I was in a different world. “I love my life” was the sentence I mumbled, hoping someone is listening. Breath. You will be fine.

Be happy.

Be happy. Be happy even if no one really knows why. Be happy even if you don’t know what's going to happen. Be happy even if they are not happy for you. You don’t need anyone's permission to be happy, no reason is needed. Do you.

Readjust.

You say you don’t know but you do. You know exactly what you want, and who is it for. And yet, you're looking for something that gets you off the hock? Sit down, take a piece of paper and write your next moves. You already know how it works. Readjust.

It doesn’t have to be "all or nothing"

You are running. Running away from the things that truly matter, and you know it. It doesn’t have to be "all or nothing". Black or white. You can start with one step forward.

You are not waiting.

You are not waiting. Not waiting for an email, a call, or a test result. You move on. You move forward even if you don’t know where. Even if you don't have the answers. You don’t really need them anyway.

"This too shall pass"

You will pass this phase, it will be known as a phase. A lesson, an obstacle you needed to overcome. When you think about it now, it's "big" but one day it will be a "small" thing you needed to overcome. Remember always "this too shall pass".

Staying in bed is not going to help you. Moving on, will.

If you don’t know what you're doing, but you still do, it’s already an accomplishment. Maybe it will fail, maybe it will be a waste of your time but doing is the cure. Staying in bed is not going to help you. Moving on, will.

Keep it clean.

Keep it clean. Your thoughts, your work environment, your goals. Not everything needs to be complicated. When you know where you're going, you are already halfway there.

Don’t ruin the now for the later.

And now what? We wait? We pray? Yes. But remember you can do it with your “usual”. And your usual is amazing. It's a dream come true. So don’t ruin the now for the later, we do know how it turns out to be anyway.

Putting it aside

There is nothing you can do, except change the story you tell yourself. Knowing "overcoming" is the name of the game. Overcoming is not deleting it. It’s not denying it. It’s putting it aside, knowing it’s there when you keep moving forward.

More is not the point. Better is.

You are “sick”. You are suffering from the “more” disease. “Two minutes ago” you couldn't even say it out loud and now you are on the other side of the road with an additional request- "more". More is not the point. Better is. Re-adjust. That disease is destructive.

Doing everything is doing nothing.

Don’t take your time as you always do. You are doing it wrong and you know it. You are escaping, trying to “figure” out the current challenge when you have enough challenges on your plate. Remember, doing everything is doing nothing.

Change the story. Replace it with a better one.

It’s the story you tell yourself. It’s the feeling attached to those thoughts. The story you have been “digesting” over and over again. Change the story. Replace it with a better one. It will not only affect your day, but it will also affect your life.

Your life, your responsibility.

Your mood should be protected. Nothing in the “outside” world should determine your mood. It should be determined only by your actions, your thoughts, and the words you say to yourself. Your life, your responsibility- Make it count.

“Keep going” is your medicine.

It does matter what title you give it, it doesn’t matter if you are sick, confused, or overwhelmed. You already know what is your medicine. “Keep going” is your cure. Doing the same but better. One day you are "here", and one day you are “there” but the cure remains the same.

You will figure it out. As you always do.

Don’t worry about it. Not today, not ever. Worrying is a bug. A bad habit. It doesn’t help, a pure distraction. A reason that let you off the hook. Stick to your “usual”, when you will get “there”, you will figure it out. As you always do.

Success mindest

Not long ago it was all a dream. A dream I hoped will come true. A struggle I didn't know I had the power to overcome. Doing it, saying it out loud, acting as if I know what I am doing when I didn't. But may I forever say " I have a long way to go". It's a success mindest by itself.

You get up.

When you speak it seems like you “listen” to the person you always wanted to be. When you fail, you get up. When you set a goal, you already know you will be walking towards it. You fail, you analyze your progress, and you overcome. You get “better”. Keep going.

"Tired" is not my word.

"Tired" is not my word. I hope it will never be my word. I won't tell you I am tired when you ask me how I am. I want to tell you the truth but I can choose another word. A better one who will describe the way I feel. I will probably always be “tired” but it doesn’t describe how I am.

It’s life.

You don’t have all the answers, you will probably never will. You will probably never learn all the programs you wish to know, and you won't check off every box on your list. It doesn’t mean anything. It's not an “all or nothing” game. It’s learning as you go, it’s failing, it's overcoming- It’s life.

No drama is needed.

You will be fine. No drama is needed. No extreme storytelling. Are you able to think? Then you will be OK. Remember you used to say it when things were worst. Stay focus.

That feeling

There is nothing like that feeling. The feeling of bringing a great idea to life. It doesn’t happen every day, but when it does, it makes all the hard times “worth it”. So next time you are having a "hard time” remember, that a great idea is right around the corner.

Don't go there.

Don't go there. To the "what if" mood. Not only it doesn't help, it's doing exactly the opposite. Pulling you all the way in the other direction. Not every day is a success but remember it can always be worse than it is.

Make it count.

You can't control who's looking. That's part of the game. You put it out there and it doesn't belong to you anymore. It belongs to "everyone". That is why the message is so important. Make it count.

“Off” your list.

You have a few things “off” your list and the panic begins. Nothing is life-changing or critical and yet you're all wrapped around those “small changes”. Life is all about small changes. Wake up. Overcome and adjust accordingly.

You will find it.

You will find it. The answers you have been looking for. Your rhythm. You don’t know all the answers now. You will probably never will. But the best thing you can do is keep going. Even if you don’t know where.

“Will it matter”?

Adjusting is not failing, re-evaluating doesn’t mean you made a mistake. What's done is done. The big question is “what are you going to do next?” and “Will it matter”?. All the rest will follow.

It’s not for everyone. It’s for someone.

It’s not for everyone. It’s for someone. Someone who needs to hear it. To hear “if there is a will, there is a way”. Someone who's having a hard time, who wants to believe in a better tomorrow. Tell them the story. Just the way it is.

It’s your call and your call only.

“Everybody “is not the right answer. If everyone feels this way it doesn’t mean you should feel the same way. Your body, your feelings, your business. There is no “everybody” in this game. It’s your call and your call only.

Don’t do it. Not today, not ever.

You can't control it any yet you spend time thinking about it. Why? Don’t you have enough things on your plate? Don’t you feel bad for your body taking an extra dose of stress? Don’t do it. Not today, not ever. There is nothing you can do about it anyway.

The choice you already made

You didn’t get it and you will probably never know “what if”. It could have changed the whole game but thinking about is not going to help you. You could have missed the Facebook message who changed your life. You could have “given up” on the computer program that brought you here. You could have turned right instead of left. The thing is- You can never know what’s on the other “side” of the choice you already made.

You already knows how this game works.

You should be proud. Proud for getting up When you don’t feel like it. Proud for keep pushing forward even though you have so many noises inside your head telling you otherwise. Proud for being here now, despite. This is a good indication, that you already know how this game works.

You see it.

You already know how it works. You try hard. You get better and you do it all over again tomorrow. Sometimes you see it immediately, somethings it takes a few days but one thing is for sure- You see it. Lucky you.

Avoiding work that matters.

What's done is done. There is no rewind. You made a decision and you're not happy with the result. Welcome. That's life. We make decisions and sometimes we make the wrong ones. Thinking about it is the easy way out, the perfect excuse why you are avoiding work that matters.

Smile.

You will get there. Not because you had a good day today. But because you are trying even when you can't "see" it. You will get there because you keep getting better. Smile.

Real-life is not being on the top. Real-life is the road to get there.

You are not depressed, you are not intrigued. You are not unmotivated, you are just not "on top of the game”. Welcome. You don’t get to stay on top of the mountain for long. It’s a once in a while occasion. Real-life is not being on "the top". Real-life is the road to get there.

Are you able to think? Then you have everything.

Don’t let those thoughts hunt you. They are distracting you and you know it. You made a mistake. So what?. Take a break. Wash your face. And remember, are you able to think? Then you have everything.

Congratulations.

You made a decision. A wrong one. Congratulations. It's not your first time and definitely not your last one. Making decisions means sometimes you are making the wrong one and sometimes you are not. Sometimes it will cost you physical pain, sometimes money, or even heartache – But that's life. You already made that choice, thinking about it's not going to help you. Moving on- Will.

You already know it pays off.

You don’t want to hurt them, but they hurt you. You don’t want to hear it but they keep saying it out loud. You know what you should do, but you are doing exactly the opposite. Let them do the speaking, and you do the working. You already know it pays off.

Your mind knows better.

Don’t let it sink in. Don’t let those small things ruin your day. You know better than that. Your feelings and body want to “fall” into the trap but your mind knows better. Move on.

Your persistence will.

Don’t you get it? It’s supposed to be hard, otherwise, everyone would do it. You are looking for a way to “make it happen” but it's already happening. The money in the bank will not turn into "a success", your persistence will.

Another great day.

Please make it stay like this forever. The high energy, the endless curiosity, the amazing flow of ideas. Well, it doesn’t go like this. There will be ups and downs, sadness and joy, days you can't "see" it. But today, you eared another great day. Smile.

Don’t call it “paying the price”.

Don’t call it “paying the price” call it "investing in your startup”. Don’t look at what other people are doing, only at what you do. Not tired, lucky. Not overwhelmed, but curious. Not looking in any direction- But forward.

Smile. You deserve it.

Be happy for yourself. Don’t wait for someone to clap for you. Don’t wait for a “good job”. Tell it to yourself. Don’t wonder, don’t get confused. You are not here because you are better than that. Smile. You deserve it.

Use another word.

You are not the only one who's tired. Everyone is. That's life. But isn't it wonderful to be tired of doing something you love?. Something that makes you look at the sky every day and smile. Something you never dreamt was possible. Use another word. You are not tired.

Next step.

One step after another. One great design after another, a better one. You know where you are going, so even if it seems like nothing is moving. Think only about the next step in front of you.

Good job.

I wanted to leave early that day, the “headache” was too much and my eyes couldn’t see. But I decided to stay. To try something that wasn’t on my list. To test. To take out my notebook and breath. A great idea came out of it. And now the world knows about it. Good job.

You are waiting.

You are waiting. You know you shouldn’t wait, but you are. You are waiting because it’s comfortable, you're "playing" because it is easier because no one is watching. "Running" is not going to help you. Doing “the work” will.

Make it count.

What are you doing? Who is it for? You have questions with no answers. Maybe it’s a lesson. And lessons hurt sometimes. Make it count. Let it hurt and get up.

You will pay for it.

That happens. Those small "tests" may cost you. That's the price of trying things you have never done before. Don’t let it prevent you from making those tests. But acknowledge they may cost you.

Good day.

That’s your sign of a “good day”. Did you learn something new? Did you overcome an obstacle? Did you manage to stop yourself from overthinking, and foucosing on the thing that truly matters? Then today was a good day.

Someone is going to get disappointed.

Someone is going to get disappointed. Someone will get mad. Some will even say it out loud but it's a one-man show and there are only 24 hours a day. Saying “who needs any sleep” is not a proper answer. But maybe acknowledging you will not get to do it all will help.

Your “shoes”.

It’s your “shoes”. Your feelings, your emotions, your life. If they feel a certain way, it doesn’t mean you have to feel the same. If they act a certain way, it doesn’t mean you need to act the same. You can always choose another way, even if no one chose it before.

Better?

“I can do it better” I keep telling myself. But, better is a mindset and a defense mechanism. "Doing it better" is hiding from taking the steps you are scared of the most.

I listen and smile.

I used to get mad when people ask me “are you able to go back?”. I knew I wasn’t planning to. But it hurt. It made me question myself. But now I know better. I listen and smile. I know it has nothing to do with me, it belongs to the person saying it.

That is where the “gold” is.

It’s easier to work when you are on "a wave". To keep going when people are cheering for you. But it’s how you act when they don't. How do you treat yourself when you can’t get it quite right. That is where the “gold” is.

All the rest is noise.

You got used to it. It works and you get the hype. But "hype" isn’t real-life lady. Hype doesn’t mean you're "doing the work". You are here for better ideas, for personal development. You are here to contribute. All the rest is noise.

Be happy it’s hard

No one owes you anything. You already know it. Bad mood? Take yourself out of it. A big challenge? Face it. Who wants it to be easy anyway. You need to step up your game as you go, be happy it’s hard. That is the only way you grow.

A better tomorrow.

A bad day is just a bad day. It doesn't mean anything about your talent, your character, or your future goals. It's just a bad day. Lucky you, you can always work towards a better tomorrow.

Maybe that is how you "succeed" in life.

I sat on the floor, watching her. Showing me how to sew a button. Not long ago, I didn't know anything. And I still feel the same way. Maybe it's better that way. Maybe that is how you "succeed" in life.

It's not a bug.

Tired is not a bug it’s a feature. If you choose to play this game- Put the “tired” away, alongside other parts of the puzzle and move on. There is always something better to say to yourself.

You will do it.

You will do it. You will do it all. But try to be here now. Alongside the madness, the uncertainty, the fear. Try to embrace it and move forward. You will learn, you will fail. But you already know, it’s about getting back up.

Readjust.

You can have a strong character and a healthy mindset. You can be driven and work hard on your goals but it doesn’t end with that. There is a body attached to your mind. And even though my mind is always awake my eyes are not. You will probably never accomplish everything on your list but being mad at yourself is not going to help you. Readjust.

It’s “the overcoming”.

It’s not the table, not the view, and not your zip code. It’s what you have inside your head. It’s sitting in the quiet, letting your hand and mind do the work. It’s being here if you “feel like it” or not. It’s “the overcoming” on a daily basis. That is where my happiness comes from. It’s not easy, but it’s definitely worth it.

Making is not your problem. Selling is.

Making is not your problem. Selling is. It can't be your hobby forever. And you need to figure out how to make money out of it. Making things that work is a skill, start working on it.

People Game.

There is always something to overcome. Always a new challenge to attack, a new mission to understand. One day I will get there. Knowing that spirit brought me here, and people. People who without even knowing me, believed in me.

Don’t let it shift your mood.

Don’t get confused by the noise. It’s a noise. Sometimes it’s flattering, sometimes it makes you sad but it’s a noise. You can hear it out loud today and not at all tomorrow. Don’t let it shift your mood. Not today, not ever.

Don't fall into that trap.

They spam your page with unmeaningful messages and you get mad. Welcome to the world lady. That is part of the game you chose to be a part of. But you can always choose to create with meaning, with generosity, with care. Spamming is everywhere, make sure you don't fall into that trap.

"The pressure"

The pressure is there if you let it. Take that ride with ease, joy, and pleasure. Don't turn it into something it's not. Remember the price is high and it's all on you. Stay focus.

You can do it.

I am scared. That is why I always have an answer. That is why it’s not ready yet. Why I need more time to make it better. But nothing will change the fact that “scared” will always be here alongside questions with no answers. Do it today for a better tomorrow. You can do it.

Make you better.

You took this challenge and it's giving you a hard time. You should be happy. It makes you think harder. Remember, You don't do things because they are easy, you are doing them because they make you better than you were yesterday.

Heroes.

I am holding that piece of paper in my hand and it has my name on it. But I can't help but thinking about all my "heroes from afar" who brought me here. With their words, kindness, and care - I am where I am.

No doubt

No doubt. Not today. Not ever. You, stay in your lane. Keep working hard on yourself and your craft. Something good will come of it. Maybe not today, maybe not this year. But one day. Don’t let the “bad” days fool you- Keep going.

On your own.

You don’t need it. It could have been so helpful and yet- Thinking about it is not going to change anything. It might take a while longer, it may take a few more risky steps but you will get there- On your own. It’s not like you're not used to it. Move on.

You dreamt about it.

You dreamt about it. Don’t forget. Are you tired? Then go wash your face again or drink another coffee. Do you need a day off? Next year. Now is your time to work. And make it count. Leave resting for another decade- Now you better work harder than you possibly can.

And in that race- I am winning.

If you are out there. If you think you are “too old” or “too late” – You are not. There is only one deadline, and you better do things you love before it arrives. I keep telling myself, there is only one race, and it’s the race I have with myself. "Against" who I was yesterday. And in that race- I am winning.

Time for love.

Those small moments. A sandwich between brother and sister. The best thing your parents can give you, siblings. Love. Those moments have no price. You can make time. Time for love.

I already won.

It's not much but for me it’s everything. Everything I thought was impossible. Watching my dreams become my reality. Now I know for sure, If it all disappears tomorrow, I already won.

You don't need it.

You don't need anyone's permission or "good luck". You can give it to yourself. Don't cry over other people's words, because those you tell yourself are those that matter. Don't expect anything from anyone but expect everything from yourself.

Show them.

Show them. Show them the real you. Show them what it really looks like, and what you truly believe in. It would not resonate with all of them. And that is not your goal. Tell it to those who need to hear it.

Never forget.

I have 3 grandmothers. One of them opened her home and heart to me 16 years ago. Today, and every day I am thinking about you grandmother, about all the things you have been through but still kept smiling. All the pain, tears, and heartbreak alongside hope and belief- Preaching life is priceless and should never be taken for granted.

The best view I have ever seen.

“It looks like a cell,” she said. And I answered, “at least I am sitting in the cell by myself”.The view is not necessarily the one you see in front of you. The view is where you put your eyes on. And my eyes are on the mannequin, my computer, my dreams- The best view I have ever seen.

Testing is your motto, not thinking.

You can read this guide. You can follow the recommended steps. You could do all the homework but- It's what you do afterwards that counts. Don't fall into the trap. You have been there before. Testing is your motto, not thinking.

"How does it feel?"

"How does it feel?" I keep asking myself. And the answer is "amazing!". If I could "feel it" coming or not, if it was self-discipline or luck. None of it matters. "It feels amazing" is your current answer? than smile.

Nothing really happens overnight.

Where were you?. Where were you when I was here on the weekends? Where were you when things got hard? When you were excused, confused, and failing. Because -I was here. Nothing really happens overnight.

You don't have to.

You don't have to do anything. There is no must, these are all recommendations. Small steps that will get you to where you want to be. But you don’t have to do it all. If the price isn’t right- Don’t you pay it.

"You did a good job today".

You got up, got dressed, stepped out of your comfort zone, and still feel you could have done it better. That's you. You will probably always have something to say, something to improve. But what about saying: "You did a good job today".

You will always have something.

You will always have something. Something you need to do, and something you will not finish. Time is not standing still and there's only 24 hours a day. Are you choosing to do those who truly matter?

Sharpen your vision.

You will figure it out even if you can’t tell how. You will find a way to sharpen your vision as you go. No one was born with a business plan. You will learn as you go. And please note, mistakes will forever be part of the journey.

“Digest the conversation”.

You don’t need to do it. To “digest the conversation”, what's done is done. No judgment, no recap. There are things you just need to leave as they are. Nothing can change it anyway.

Keep moving forward.

It’s a high. High of life. No parties, no alcohol not even smelling deserts. This “high” is out of life. It’s a smile of appreciation, it’s constant movement forward, it’s breaking barriers you never thought were possible. Keep moving forward.

It's worth it.

It's worth it. It's worth the lack of sleep. It's worth the back pain and no-days off routine. The thing is, I don't feel like I am sacrificing, I feel like I am investing. Investing in myself. In my skills and well-being. My mindset and all the things that truly matter.

Lucky you.

It's a holiday and I am here. Looking outside the window- And smile. It wasn't what I imagined it, it is so much better. And even if the surface doesn't match the feeling inside. Don't forget that's the only one that matters- And you have it. Lucky you.

It’s all on you.

It’s all on you. It’s all on you if you let it “eat” your day. If you keep on thinking about it, looking for rationality. It’s all on you if you ask yourself "but why?”. Life will throw so many things your way, you better know how to digest the “small” things.

A great habit to master.

I made a decision. A high-volume day is a day you schedule in advance. There is no wondering, no scrolling, and no daydream. There are only tasks that can be marked as done. Now that is a great habit to master.

Do it. Not tomorrow. Today.

Will you make room for other things? Will you make those brave steps you are trying so hard to avoid? Will you be present enough to connect? To make a difference. Will you tell your story for others to listen and learn? Do it. Not tomorrow. Today.

Worth all the "trying"

I always wanted to have "that list". List of professionals, People who could answer my "hard" questions. But betting on people with my time or money is never easy- until you find them. Yesterday I found one. And it was remarkable. It was worth all the "trying" because, without it, it would have never happened.

“honeymoon”

I always feel like my old boss is about to call me and ask me where I am. I am my own boss for so long now and yet sometimes it feels like I am on an endless spring break. I know this “honeymoon” feeling doesn’t last forever so enjoy it while it lasts.

You have it all inside your head.

I am letting go. Letting go of things I want to keep close. I am letting go of old pieces to make some room for new ones. Having them around doesn’t indicate your knowledge. You have it all inside your head.

Less lonely.

“They love me” is tricky. You can’t see them but they are watching you. The numbers are even written on your walls. You can hope they get inspired, that there is a meaning behind all of that- but you can't tell. One thing I know for sure- It feels less lonely.

You have time.

You have time. You have time for people you love, you have time to listen, to love. You do. Sometimes you just need to say. Today was a good day and leave it like that. Without “what’s next?”, without feeling you didn’t do enough. Don’t miss it. One day you will regret it.

It’s not working.

It’s not working. I don’t know how to solve it. But I learned how to breathe when I am here. To not freak out. To wait. To look from afar. Maybe it will take a while. But I know I will figure it out. Like I always do.

Temporary game.

One day they will know. Everyone. Get used to it. It’s better off the way it is, but life doesn’t go like this. We are moving forward if we want it or not. Enjoy it while it lasts but keep in mind, it’s all a temporary game.

You better wake up.

You're not stuck, you're scared. You are not confused, you are "just"procrastinating. Not tired, but trying to find the right excuse. You better “shake it off” because there is no magic trick, no email, or phone call that will “save” you from making a decision. It’s all on you. You better wake up.

An idea in a box.

An idea in a box. It's been a week since that box arrived. An idea ready to be introduced to the world- And I keep thinking what is the "right" way to do it?. I have no answers, but I do know "jumping in" is the only way I will learn.

Forever.

I keep thinking about it. Things I can't control. It makes me nervous and distracted but the thing is, it has nothing to do with my life. You can't make other people's decisions, you can just make sure they know you are here for them- Forever.

Focus on them.

Even if it feels like you are on "neutral" or you are “just” stepping in place- You are not. It adds up. You may not see it right now. But those moments will bring you where you want to go. Focus on them.

A dream in a box.

It’s in a box, two steps away from my bed. It’s a little bigger than a shoebox and one of my greatest ideas is in it. It took me a year to get that “perfect box” but it’s here now- And I smile. I don’t know how to “ship” this idea to you yet but maybe thinking about the next step forward is good enough for now.

Don't.

Don't say "promise" when you don't have a plan. Don't say "coming soon" when you don't know exactly when. Don't say you don't need help when you do. You already know the correct answers, don't try to trick your brain otherwise. You are better than that.

It will all be clear soon.

Remember those days when you couldn't get up but still manage to find a way, those days when your body betray you but your mind stayed strong. Remember that blurry view from your small working space, it will all be clear soon.

You better step it up.

They want to buy and I have nothing to sell. I will keep on sitting at my small table, looking outside the dirty window, and smile. But this is not real life. Wake up. This is just a story you keep trying to convince yourself is important. This is no hobby, you better step it up.

“We love you and your work”

They say “we love you and your work” and I feel like I don’t deserve it. Can I call it my work if I am not getting paid yet?. Can I call it my work if I get to do it every day?. The one thing I know for sure is that's definitely my calling.

You better have a plan.

You better have a plan because everything will stay the same if you don’t. A plan with a date, a plan with some strategy, a doable schedule. Go with your guts, but don’t forget the important things you are “saving” for later. Start there.

“I don’t have time”

Don’t say it. You know it’s not true. “I don’t have time” is not a proper answer, it’s an excuse. You make time. You have a long list of “why you shouldn't” but if you take a closer look you can tell, you are just scared. The only way to overcome is to enter the zone. And the sooner the better.

"Now what?"

"Now what?" is a dangerous question. It's not a race, it's life. You get up, you do the best you can. You keep your head held high and master the skill of overcoming. And don't forget to look at the sky and smile.

Nothing happens overnight.

There is always “another thing”. Another opportunity to “make it. Another feature that can “spread the word”. Make sure you know nothing is “two minutes”. If you make that choice, it's a commitment. Nothing happens overnight.

Inside my head

I haven’t won any price, or dressed any clients, and yet I have that speech inside my head. A speech of gratitude. Speech about dreams, about overcoming, about life. One day I will get to share it with you but until then I know, inside my head, I know I already won.

Do it now for the "later".

Can you do things now for the “later”? Can you make a choice today for your future self? The answer is very simple. Did you build your business overnight? And what about your skills?. Do it now for the “later”, you are already doing it anyway.

Overcoming is the real game.

Past events belong to the past. No matter if you had a "bad feeling" about it or not. If it already happened, it belongs to the past. What's done is done. Life is full of risks. Everything you do and don't do is a risk. But overcoming is the real game.

You are not alone anymore.

It’s not for everyone, it’s for one. One of you out there, who needs to hear it. Who needs to know he can do it even if he can’t “see it”. It’s for you who feel embarrassed for not having it "all figured out". Who feels alone in the world. It’s me telling you, you are not alone anymore.

Don’t fall into the trap.

When I am not in the mood I am quiet. The schedule stays the same, even though I don't feel I am really "there". I know those days are tests. How well can you perform in them is an indication of how far will I go. Don’t fall into the trap. Keep going.

Read it. Out load.

I have it all written down. My life in the past two years. It’s all In here. Every dilemma, every "headache", every sign of hope. But to read it out loud is a whole different story. Remembering it's not how you say it, it’s what you say. And I know you need to hear this story.

Tomorrow is a new chance to start over.

You scroll and you see it, doubt. What if it doesn’t work, what if I don’t have enough time, what if I can't really do it as I want. I get that sometimes. But I always tell myself, tomorrow is a new chance to start over.

A better tomorrow.

"The way it was before”. I kept telling myself that sentence over and over again. The problem is, we can never go back. And things will never be the same. The only thing we can do is hope for a better tomorrow.

That's the goal.

You will get that first-order one day. You will get that call who will change your life. and that article you dreamt about. Even if things haven't changed on the outside, I am a whole different person on the outside. 1 % better every day. That's the goal.

The sooner the better.

How do you make that leap? How do you transform views into customers? How do you trust someone to do their best work the way you do? I don’t have answers yet. I just know I will have to figure it out now. And the sooner the better.

You will miss it.

You will miss it. Those days when you were here in the quiet by yourself. You will miss that table and all the things here you call “your own”. Change is never easy but necessary. Nothing last forever anyway. keep going.

Pay attention.

I always tell myself “I have it all inside my head” but what about your body?. What about those days you want to get up but you can't. Not because your mind doesn’t want to but because your body can’t move. You better pay attention.

You already know how it goes.

You already know how it goes. You set up a new goal. You get scared. You take a step back. You have some excuses in your pocket but eventually- You do it. So why don’t you skip a few unnecessary steps?

Today.

I looked at the sky and smiled. It’s been a long journey and now I get to see it. To see it all. How my dreams become my reality. Today I didn’t think about tomorrow I just looked at the sky and smiled.

Do something.

You don’t like it there? Do something. Do you need quiet to think? Then do something. Telling the same story over and over again is not going to help you. But action will. Jump now for a better tomorrow.

I want to do it all.

I want to do it all. I want to design whatever is inside my head. I want to learn every new design program and give you the best customer service. I want to do it all. I know I can't do it all but it feels so much better to believe I can.

Wall of fame

I have a wall. Wall of fame. I see it when I go to bed. It’s the trophy of hard work and dedication. It's all the weekends I invested learning, all the errors I have made and kept going, it’s all the people who said “no” and pushed me even harder. You can enjoy it. It’s all YOU.

We are in the “doing” department.

Thinking “what if I can’t do it any better than that?” is not the narrative here. You sit down and work. Sometimes it's good, and sometimes it's not. You keep your eyes and ears open and you try again. We are in the “doing” department all the rest is irrelevant.

For people who care.

Now is the time to make the next move. To stop hiding behind the clothes. Not because you have to, but because you should. Not only for you but for them. People who care.

A list.

She had a list. A list of all the “right” people. People who she trusts, who will help her turn her dreams into a reality. One day I will have that list. It doesn’t happen overnight. But one day I will get there.

Decisions.

Decisions. That is the name of the game. Not thinking about it. Not "having a great idea". But what is your next move? It’s not easy to not make them. But only if you do- You are in the game.

Overcome.

He said I may fall before I will “make it”. That most people can’t skip that part. I know I will fall one day, I know tears will come my way but I also know, I have enough tools to overcome.

Not today, not ever.

I can say it out loud now, “I am a fashion designer”. Not because my bank account shows it (it doesn't) but because I am brave enough. Brave enough to say “look, I made this”. I have a long way ahead of me. A lot of obstacles to overcome, but I know I will not disappoint myself. Not today, not ever.

The real deal

Working after success is easy. But working after you failed it’s the real deal. This is what being “successful” really mean. That is the game lade. Make sure you remember it and keep going.

Breath. Adjust. And move on.

Maybe it's not going to work. Not the way you planned it. They want something else, and your job is to find a way to get it. It’s not a mistake it's a part of the journey. Breath. Adjust. And move on. “Not going to work” is not part of your vocabulary.

Do it now.

If I could do it all over again. I would do it differently. I wouldn't waste time on perfecting it. I would let the market decide. I would open myself to social media sooner. I would work faster. I would. But none of it matters. Do it now. What's done is done. keep going.

Go back?

I wonder if I'll ever go back. Go back and tell them “I made it”. If I do, who is it for?. Watching the screen on my phone, I already know, if it all disappears tomorrow- I already made it.

I know my hand will never "get there" but my brain will.

He’s a famous fashion designer. I can see his studio when I look outside the window. He has a big, white table, and an inspiration board on his left wall. Once a day I reach my hand out trying “to get there”. I know my hand will never "get there" but my brain will.

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