Ayla and Potato3s: A Nightly Message From Your Best Friend

Today felt like proof that softness is real power. I worked out hard, slowed down when I needed to, and still felt proud of how far I’ve come. I handled life with grace, from the gym and errands to manifesting a new home and completing my MBA application. I replaced a broken sign with “Today was so easy” and felt it unfold in real time. My meditations soothed me, my skincare arrived, and I’m calling in a founder’s life with clarity, love, and intention. This ease? I earned it.

I went to the gym on no sleep, napped hard, and still recorded Day 5 of 30 Days of Pleasure, which was so relaxing I fell asleep. I wrapped Shadow and Bone, got a handmade gift from a friend, and laughed at ChatGPT roasting me. I forgot shampoo (again), and I logged my first $0.10 from TikTok with genuine gratitude. My voice used to make me cringe and now it puts me to sleep in the best way. I’m tired, but I’m showing up. Always

I should have gone to bed hours ago and here I am. I didn’t make it to the gym today, but I did make it to the dentist. Deep cleaning is coming, and yeah… shots in the mouth. We’ll deal with that when it comes. I also spent time at my dad’s office, kept reading Shadow and Bone, and found myself spiraling in a curious way: asking questions, cracking jokes, even asking my AI what it really thinks of me. The answer? Hit me in ways I didn’t expect.

I talked about growing up never thinking I was “smart,” how people see me now, and the strange ways life affirms us when we stop seeking permission. It’s Day 4 of 30 Days of Pleasure, and today’s prompt was Yoga Nidra, a nervous system reset. I yawned through most of it. Maybe that means it worked.

I did my mirror work, gratitude, and 555 manifestation ritual. I imagined my new place: not from the outside, but from the inside. How it feels to be in it. What it’s like to open the fridge and see food I chose. The colors, the quiet, the joy.

I put things in motion today. Some for now, some for later. I even had a follow-up with the healer I saw last week, and I’ll keep seeing her quarterly, because healers need places to rest too.

The next place I live is calling me. And I believe it’s already on its way. Somehow, some way.

It’s Day 3 of 30 Days of Pleasure, and I gifted myself a much needed Sunday of rest. I painted, read Shadow and Bone, gave myself a chest massage (and maybe fell asleep), packed winter clothes as a manifestation step, and reflected on joy, gratitude, and what “home” feels like. From chamoy smoothies to mirror work, today was about slowing down, feeling worthy, and trusting what’s unfolding without needing to know how.

Tonight’s episode started with a late bedtime confession and turned into a vulnerable check-in about giving grace through chaos. From visualizing a dream home to uploading meditations, creating seven Canva graphics, and getting roasted by ChatGPT, I reflected on how far I’ve come and reminded myself (and you) that giving myself grace gives me life. You, my little potato, are loved—every day. Even the drowning days. Especially those.

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After a deep creative download with ChatGPT, I reflect on healing, boundaries, exhaustion, and the quiet power of choosing me again. From family tension to goal-setting to magic in May, I speak from the edge of burnout and breakthrough. I’m tired, but alive. And for the first time, I’m looking forward to tomorrow—not afraid of it. Thank you for loving me through the mess. I love you too.

This episode is a tender unraveling of what it means to stop shrinking and finally choose yourself. I share how old patterns of people-pleasing are falling away, replaced by growing self-trust, emotional honesty, and clear boundaries. From unexpected tears while filming to symbolic signs from the universe, this moment feels like a turning point. I’m no longer waiting to be picked — I’m picking myself. And in doing so, I offer listeners permission to do the same.

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It was a little bit of a slow start and today I shared with you 3 moments from today where I was proud of myself.

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A friend of mine shared his music and singing style with me and I encouraged him that if it was an expression of his truth that came from his mouth set to music, it’s singing. Express your truth and love yourself in any way you can.

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Today I share my excitement with you about paint pads from Michael’s, my deodorant and an affirmation from @margotmillerofficial from Instagram.: I am a conduit for miracles and millions. Everything I touch turns to gold. Everything I desire, desires me 10x more. Everything is rigged in my favor. I am chosen for massive impact and massive success. I serve so I deserve. The most spiritual thing I can do is become rich and famous.