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13 May 2020
Relationships

The Story of Us: How do You Know When a Relationship is ‘Right’?

I celebrated my one-year anniversary with Ben two weeks ago.

As someone who once thought I wouldn’t last 1-month with anyone, 12 months feels a little surreal.

It made me think back to the time before we started dating and how uncertain I felt about commitment, feelings, and relationships. I used to go around asking all my coupled-up friends about their story. All I wanted to know was: how did they know they were with the right person?

90% of the time, they would sigh and give some version of the answer: when you know, you know. 100% of the time, I’d be left feeling utterly perplexed and still wondering: but how?

Now that I’m the one fielding this question, I understand why people rely on cliches. It’s hard to condense your rollercoaster of emotions for one person into a few pithy sentences.  

I don’t think I’m qualified to speak in-depth about relationships. But wrestling over whether someone is right for me is something I’m more than familiar with.  

***

Before Ben, I was hopeful I was going to meet my person in a café or a bookstore. Or, even better, a bookstore with a café. I would be sitting on one side of the room with my nose buried in a book, and he would be seated at the table across from me. Whatever the location, I always expected to look up at him and just know.

The night I met Ben, nothing special happened. He sat next to me at a dinner party three years ago and I introduced myself with an awkward handshake. We said a total of five sentences to each other the entire night. The whole thing was so uneventful that I’ve forgotten most of the details.  All I remember thinking was that Ben was someone I would never date.  

Over time, as our friendship circles started to mix, I started to appreciate that he was actually kinda funny. Soon, tentative small talk evolved into quality banter in real life and on our screens. Until, finally, at the night of a conference, Ben approached me and asked if I needed help cleaning up. As a paying guest of the event, he had no obligation to stay behind and collect the 200 leftover flyers that were strewn across the auditorium. But he did. I remember thinking that maybe saying yes to a date with this guy wouldn’t be the worst thing in the world…And two days before we rang in the new year, he finally asked.

This is where the story usually ends.

People like to gasp, swoon, and tell me I’m lucky. Everybody adores a good cute-meet story. Rarely anyone speaks about the limbo that exists in between the first date and the day they became official.  

Our limbo lasted for 6-months before we decided to be in a relationship.

Correction – it took me six-months to be sure if I wanted to be with him.

One thing you should know is that Ben is six years older than me. That’s 6 more years of life experience than I had. To me, it looked like he had his life sorted out. He had a grown-up job and was close to putting down a deposit for a house. He had reached a stage where he wasn’t wildly flinging his feelings around or texting a string of girls. He was ready for something serious. And that terrified me.

While Ben knew what he wanted from day dot, I was deep in the throes of uncertainty. Fear. Lots and lots of worrying. Scared I was going to make the wrong decision and hurt the both of us. Massively unsure if he was right for me. If I was right was for him. What ‘right’ even meant.

It also stemmed from the fact that I was surrounded by dozens of couples who said they knew they were supposed to be together straight away. They had gotten their sign: this was the only person they had been with and this would be the only person they would ever be with.  

My dating history, on the other hand, wasn’t as clean cut. I’ve lost count of the number of false starts, rejections, and boys I’ve kissed and ghosted before I met Ben.

So when it came to us, I wanted to be 110% sure that we would work out before I put a label on anything. I liked him, but I wanted a guarantee that he wouldn’t be someone else I was going to cry about over brunch with my girlfriends. I wanted to anticipate every complication that could arise in the future so we would avoid getting hurt. Above all, I wanted a feeling or some sort of sign that he was the right person.

“There are some things you can only find out after you’re in the relationship,” Ben would say whenever I’d try to stall defining what we were.  He would ask me daily if I was ready, and I’d tell him to ask me again another time. The fact that he didn’t give up on me while I was flip flopping in all my feelings is a testament to his patience.

Now, we’ve hit 1 year.

We think.

There was so much stalling that we can’t remember exactly when we got into a relationship. All we know is that it must have happened sometime after Easter and before Mother’s Day.  

In the end, there was no voice in the sky telling me this was the right decision. No huge sign or an overwhelming feeling that told me he was the one. But even though I wasn’t 100% sure back then if we were going to work out, there was one thing that made me want to take the risk anyway.

I was sure of his character.

When Ben and I were just friends, I saw how he would always go out of his way to make others feel seen and included. He treats everybody the same: with respect, kindness, and, occasionally, as a potential victim of a lighthearted prank.

I saw the way he consistently showed up to serve. He is the type of guy who stays behind to stack the chairs and collects the flyers without needing to be asked. I read somewhere that we’re trained to believe that great leaders are the ones in the spotlight or on the stage. But it takes a special kind of leadership to work silently in the background without ever needing credit.

I liked the way he looked out for others, even when he wasn’t obligated to. One night, long before we started dating, we were at a friend’s place for dinner. Afterwards, when he saw me drive off and take a wrong turn, he called to make sure I knew the way home. I liked that he cared.

The more we got to know each other, the more I knew that he wasn’t someone who scares easily. He doesn’t run when things get hard. He is faithful, steadfast, and intentional in everything he does. When I thought of the path I wanted to forge and the things I wanted to accomplish, I knew it would be the biggest challenge of my life. But when I thought about going on that journey with Ben, I was certain that he would be the best support system I could ever hope for. I’d lean on him and he’d lean on me.

***

When it comes to dating, there is no shortage of advice you’ll receive. Everyone and their dog will leap at the chance to tell you who they think is right for you, and when they think it’s the right time for you to be in a relationship.

If you’re like me, the conflicting opinions and contradictory advice may make you feel torn between what you should or shouldn’t do. What rules to follow. What feelings to pursue.  

And I get it.

When your heart has already been through the wringer and back, you want to be extra, extra careful before you dip your toe back into the dating pool. Dating in the modern age is like a tug-of-war between putting yourself out there and being the first to pull back so you don’t get hurt.

I don’t want to add to the thousands of voices out there. But if you’re wondering how you’ll ever know if someone is right for you, here’s what I’d say:

Circumstances change. Character shouldn’t. You don’t have to be 100% certain at the beginning if this person is your end game. But you do need to know if they’re going to treat you consistently well when life throws a curveball or an unprecedented global health crisis your way.

You don’t have to be perfect before you meet your person. It’s ok if your dating history is a little cringey and if there are moments in your past that you’re not proud of. A lot of people would tell me I needed to be living my best freaking life first, so I spent a lot of time trying to get my ducks in a row. But, truthfully, when Ben came along at the conference, I wasn’t feeling like my best self. I was knee deep in an existential crisis and spent most of the night holding back tears. It just goes to show that good things can happen in the background of your messiest moments.

You don’t have to know straight away. For a long time, I used to think I had to have all the right feelings instantly. I would meet guys who set off all the sparks and fireworks, and things between us would progress so rapidly that I thought surely, this must be it. But, ultimately, it would end as quickly as it had started. Now I know that fireworks fizzle out and sparks fade, but a gentle, slow burn promises to endure no matter how dark it gets.  

Above all, know that your story will be different from mine. It’ll look different from your best friend’s relationship and the couple you look up to on Instagram. I don’t write our story as a template for you to mimic,  but an encouragement that right means different things for different people.

Maybe the right person is the one you want standing in your corner when things get hard. They’re the person who cheers you on when you’re feeling low, and the one who makes you feel safe to truly be yourself – no filter added. They’re the person who chooses you, again and again. And you choose them right back.

In the last year, Ben and I have tried our best to show up and commit to being the right person for each other. We back up our words with actions. We choose to give each other grace when the other person is being difficult. We take turns rallying each other on. We argue, then listen, then argue about listening. We make the choice to love the other person well. Above all, we promise to always, always fight for the other person.  

 And that’s how I know it’s right.  


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  • Emily
    May 13, 2020

    y’all have a beautiful love story. This is a great post.

    Reply
    • itsashchow
      Emily
      May 23, 2020

      Thank you so much! x

      Reply
  • Gracie
    May 14, 2020

    This is honestly the sweetest wow and such helpful, encouraging, beautiful words as always 💖

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  • itsashchow
    May 23, 2020

    Thanks, my love. I always love hearing from you. x

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  • Hermusings
    August 20, 2020

    Love your story Ashley. I could relate on so many levels. Thanks for sharing

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It’s a universal truth that the first time you do something, you’re going to suck.

You’ll feel endless waves of self-doubt.

You’ll get halfway through your project and convince yourself you should hurl it into the trash. 

If there was an award for Worst Creation in the Universe, it would go to the mess you’re trying to create.

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Every single person you admire also felt the same way about their first few projects.

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Anyone else start their first few projects buckling under the weight of self-inflicted pressure because you felt like it had to be perfect from the get-go? 🙋‍♀️

It’s a universal truth that the first time you do something, you’re going to suck.

You’ll feel endless waves of self-doubt.

You’ll get halfway through your project and convince yourself you should hurl it into the trash. 

If there was an award for Worst Creation in the Universe, it would go to the mess you’re trying to create.

But here’s the thing —

Every single person you admire also felt the same way about their first few projects.

So instead of sitting around wondering if you’re good enough, throw yourself into the deep end and just do it. Practice. Fail. Keep practicing. Then, improve.

And before you know it, you’ll be typing mid-sentence or halfway through your launch, and you’ll realise it no longer feels as scary as it once did.

But hey, if sales pages happen to be a deliverable you’d rather outsource to someone who’s put in the practice — I’ve got a handful of VIP Intensives left for sales pages for this year.

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⚡️You want a compelling sales page for your next launch (like for Black Friday) and you don’t want to experience the endless cycle of suck when writing it

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And when I say done, I mean *done*. Like, testimonials added, everything neatly formatted, and ready to hand off to your designer. 

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Anyone else start their first few projects buckling under the weight of self-inflicted pressure because you felt like it had to be perfect from the get-go? 🙋‍♀️

It’s a universal truth that the first time you do something, you’re going to suck.

You’ll feel endless waves of self-doubt.

You’ll get halfway through your project and convince yourself you should hurl it into the trash. 

If there was an award for Worst Creation in the Universe, it would go to the mess you’re trying to create.

But here’s the thing —

Every single person you admire also felt the same way about their first few projects.

So instead of sitting around wondering if you’re good enough, throw yourself into the deep end and just do it. Practice. Fail. Keep practicing. Then, improve.

And before you know it, you’ll be typing mid-sentence or halfway through your launch, and you’ll realise it no longer feels as scary as it once did.

But hey, if sales pages happen to be a deliverable you’d rather outsource to someone who’s put in the practice — I’ve got a handful of VIP Intensives left for sales pages for this year.

It’s yours to claim if:

⚡️You want a compelling sales page for your next launch (like for Black Friday) and you don’t want to experience the endless cycle of suck when writing it

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Anyone else start their first few projects buckling under the weight of self-inflicted pressure because you felt like it had to be perfect from the get-go? 🙋‍♀️

It’s a universal truth that the first time you do something, you’re going to suck.

You’ll feel endless waves of self-doubt.

You’ll get halfway through your project and convince yourself you should hurl it into the trash. 

If there was an award for Worst Creation in the Universe, it would go to the mess you’re trying to create.

But here’s the thing —

Every single person you admire also felt the same way about their first few projects.

So instead of sitting around wondering if you’re good enough, throw yourself into the deep end and just do it. Practice. Fail. Keep practicing. Then, improve.

And before you know it, you’ll be typing mid-sentence or halfway through your launch, and you’ll realise it no longer feels as scary as it once did.

But hey, if sales pages happen to be a deliverable you’d rather outsource to someone who’s put in the practice — I’ve got a handful of VIP Intensives left for sales pages for this year.

It’s yours to claim if:

⚡️You want a compelling sales page for your next launch (like for Black Friday) and you don’t want to experience the endless cycle of suck when writing it

⚡️You want your sales page done, dusted, and all edits taken care of in a week 

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Anyone else start their first few projects buckling under the weight of self-inflicted pressure because you felt like it had to be perfect from the get-go? 🙋‍♀️

It’s a universal truth that the first time you do something, you’re going to suck.

You’ll feel endless waves of self-doubt.

You’ll get halfway through your project and convince yourself you should hurl it into the trash. 

If there was an award for Worst Creation in the Universe, it would go to the mess you’re trying to create.

But here’s the thing —

Every single person you admire also felt the same way about their first few projects.

So instead of sitting around wondering if you’re good enough, throw yourself into the deep end and just do it. Practice. Fail. Keep practicing. Then, improve.

And before you know it, you’ll be typing mid-sentence or halfway through your launch, and you’ll realise it no longer feels as scary as it once did.

But hey, if sales pages happen to be a deliverable you’d rather outsource to someone who’s put in the practice — I’ve got a handful of VIP Intensives left for sales pages for this year.

It’s yours to claim if:

⚡️You want a compelling sales page for your next launch (like for Black Friday) and you don’t want to experience the endless cycle of suck when writing it

⚡️You want your sales page done, dusted, and all edits taken care of in a week 

And when I say done, I mean *done*. Like, testimonials added, everything neatly formatted, and ready to hand off to your designer. 

Sound exactly like what you need?

DM me “Sales page” or visit the link in bio.
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#freelancewriter #creativecopywriter #launchcopy #digitalproductlaunch #coursecreators #creativeentrepreneur #launchcopywriter #risingtidesociety #creativepreneur #evergreenlaunch #livelaunch #launchemails #businesschicks #salespage #launchcopywriter #womanownedbusiness #freelancingfemales #prelaunchsocials #creativementor #DCA #courselaunch #coursecreator #launchstrategy 
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Anyone else start their first few projects buckling under the weight of self-inflicted pressure because you felt like it had to be perfect from the get-go? 🙋‍♀️

It’s a universal truth that the first time you do something, you’re going to suck.

You’ll feel endless waves of self-doubt.

You’ll get halfway through your project and convince yourself you should hurl it into the trash. 

If there was an award for Worst Creation in the Universe, it would go to the mess you’re trying to create.

But here’s the thing —

Every single person you admire also felt the same way about their first few projects.

So instead of sitting around wondering if you’re good enough, throw yourself into the deep end and just do it. Practice. Fail. Keep practicing. Then, improve.

And before you know it, you’ll be typing mid-sentence or halfway through your launch, and you’ll realise it no longer feels as scary as it once did.

But hey, if sales pages happen to be a deliverable you’d rather outsource to someone who’s put in the practice — I’ve got a handful of VIP Intensives left for sales pages for this year.

It’s yours to claim if:

⚡️You want a compelling sales page for your next launch (like for Black Friday) and you don’t want to experience the endless cycle of suck when writing it

⚡️You want your sales page done, dusted, and all edits taken care of in a week 

And when I say done, I mean *done*. Like, testimonials added, everything neatly formatted, and ready to hand off to your designer. 

Sound exactly like what you need?

DM me “Sales page” or visit the link in bio.
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#freelancewriter #creativecopywriter #launchcopy #digitalproductlaunch #coursecreators #creativeentrepreneur #launchcopywriter #risingtidesociety #creativepreneur #evergreenlaunch #livelaunch #launchemails #businesschicks #salespage #launchcopywriter #womanownedbusiness #freelancingfemales #prelaunchsocials #creativementor #DCA #courselaunch #coursecreator #launchstrategy 
.
Anyone else start their first few projects buckling under the weight of self-inflicted pressure because you felt like it had to be perfect from the get-go? 🙋‍♀️

It’s a universal truth that the first time you do something, you’re going to suck.

You’ll feel endless waves of self-doubt.

You’ll get halfway through your project and convince yourself you should hurl it into the trash. 

If there was an award for Worst Creation in the Universe, it would go to the mess you’re trying to create.

But here’s the thing —

Every single person you admire also felt the same way about their first few projects.

So instead of sitting around wondering if you’re good enough, throw yourself into the deep end and just do it. Practice. Fail. Keep practicing. Then, improve.

And before you know it, you’ll be typing mid-sentence or halfway through your launch, and you’ll realise it no longer feels as scary as it once did.

But hey, if sales pages happen to be a deliverable you’d rather outsource to someone who’s put in the practice — I’ve got a handful of VIP Intensives left for sales pages for this year.

It’s yours to claim if:

⚡️You want a compelling sales page for your next launch (like for Black Friday) and you don’t want to experience the endless cycle of suck when writing it

⚡️You want your sales page done, dusted, and all edits taken care of in a week 

And when I say done, I mean *done*. Like, testimonials added, everything neatly formatted, and ready to hand off to your designer. 

Sound exactly like what you need?

DM me “Sales page” or visit the link in bio.
.
.
#freelancewriter #creativecopywriter #launchcopy #digitalproductlaunch #coursecreators #creativeentrepreneur #launchcopywriter #risingtidesociety #creativepreneur #evergreenlaunch #livelaunch #launchemails #businesschicks #salespage #launchcopywriter #womanownedbusiness #freelancingfemales #prelaunchsocials #creativementor #DCA #courselaunch #coursecreator #launchstrategy 
.
Anyone else start their first few projects buckling under the weight of self-inflicted pressure because you felt like it had to be perfect from the get-go? 🙋‍♀️

It’s a universal truth that the first time you do something, you’re going to suck.

You’ll feel endless waves of self-doubt.

You’ll get halfway through your project and convince yourself you should hurl it into the trash. 

If there was an award for Worst Creation in the Universe, it would go to the mess you’re trying to create.

But here’s the thing —

Every single person you admire also felt the same way about their first few projects.

So instead of sitting around wondering if you’re good enough, throw yourself into the deep end and just do it. Practice. Fail. Keep practicing. Then, improve.

And before you know it, you’ll be typing mid-sentence or halfway through your launch, and you’ll realise it no longer feels as scary as it once did.

But hey, if sales pages happen to be a deliverable you’d rather outsource to someone who’s put in the practice — I’ve got a handful of VIP Intensives left for sales pages for this year.

It’s yours to claim if:

⚡️You want a compelling sales page for your next launch (like for Black Friday) and you don’t want to experience the endless cycle of suck when writing it

⚡️You want your sales page done, dusted, and all edits taken care of in a week 

And when I say done, I mean *done*. Like, testimonials added, everything neatly formatted, and ready to hand off to your designer. 

Sound exactly like what you need?

DM me “Sales page” or visit the link in bio.
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#freelancewriter #creativecopywriter #launchcopy #digitalproductlaunch #coursecreators #creativeentrepreneur #launchcopywriter #risingtidesociety #creativepreneur #evergreenlaunch #livelaunch #launchemails #businesschicks #salespage #launchcopywriter #womanownedbusiness #freelancingfemales #prelaunchsocials #creativementor #DCA #courselaunch #coursecreator #launchstrategy 
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Anyone else start their first few projects buckling under the weight of self-inflicted pressure because you felt like it had to be perfect from the get-go? 🙋‍♀️

It’s a universal truth that the first time you do something, you’re going to suck.

You’ll feel endless waves of self-doubt.

You’ll get halfway through your project and convince yourself you should hurl it into the trash. 

If there was an award for Worst Creation in the Universe, it would go to the mess you’re trying to create.

But here’s the thing —

Every single person you admire also felt the same way about their first few projects.

So instead of sitting around wondering if you’re good enough, throw yourself into the deep end and just do it. Practice. Fail. Keep practicing. Then, improve.

And before you know it, you’ll be typing mid-sentence or halfway through your launch, and you’ll realise it no longer feels as scary as it once did.

But hey, if sales pages happen to be a deliverable you’d rather outsource to someone who’s put in the practice — I’ve got a handful of VIP Intensives left for sales pages for this year.

It’s yours to claim if:

⚡️You want a compelling sales page for your next launch (like for Black Friday) and you don’t want to experience the endless cycle of suck when writing it

⚡️You want your sales page done, dusted, and all edits taken care of in a week 

And when I say done, I mean *done*. Like, testimonials added, everything neatly formatted, and ready to hand off to your designer. 

Sound exactly like what you need?

DM me “Sales page” or visit the link in bio.
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Anyone else start their first few projects buckling under the weight of self-inflicted pressure because you felt like it had to be perfect from the get-go? 🙋‍♀️ It’s a universal truth that the first time you do something, you’re going to suck. You’ll feel endless waves of self-doubt. You’ll get halfway through your project and convince yourself you should hurl it into the trash. If there was an award for Worst Creation in the Universe, it would go to the mess you’re trying to create. But here’s the thing — Every single person you admire also felt the same way about their first few projects. So instead of sitting around wondering if you’re good enough, throw yourself into the deep end and just do it. Practice. Fail. Keep practicing. Then, improve. And before you know it, you’ll be typing mid-sentence or halfway through your launch, and you’ll realise it no longer feels as scary as it once did. But hey, if sales pages happen to be a deliverable you’d rather outsource to someone who’s put in the practice — I’ve got a handful of VIP Intensives left for sales pages for this year. It’s yours to claim if: ⚡️You want a compelling sales page for your next launch (like for Black Friday) and you don’t want to experience the endless cycle of suck when writing it ⚡️You want your sales page done, dusted, and all edits taken care of in a week And when I say done, I mean *done*. Like, testimonials added, everything neatly formatted, and ready to hand off to your designer. Sound exactly like what you need? DM me “Sales page” or visit the link in bio. . . #freelancewriter #creativecopywriter #launchcopy #digitalproductlaunch #coursecreators #creativeentrepreneur #launchcopywriter #risingtidesociety #creativepreneur #evergreenlaunch #livelaunch #launchemails #businesschicks #salespage #launchcopywriter #womanownedbusiness #freelancingfemales #prelaunchsocials #creativementor #DCA #courselaunch #coursecreator #launchstrategy .
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The truth about impact 💥

My first step to writing for the internet (and eventually starting this business) was starting my blog in 2018.

It felt very "ew cringe" at the time. 

But every week, I'd write personal essays about alll the feelings and wanting to be a Creative. 

The whole time, it felt like I was writing into a void with no one reading and no one taking me seriously. 

(And some weeks, I'd even let the self-doubt and lack of "views" stop me from publishing anything.)

But I continued writing and building my body of work. 

Eventually, my first blog post landed me my first client...

And sparked a chain of events that led to me starting my copywriting business full-time in 2020. 

Sharing this because when we first start creating or pivoting into something new... 

And it feels like we're gaining no views. No comments. No validation. And even losing parts of an existing audience... 

It's tempting to believe that what we're creating doesn't matter and we should give up. 

But earlier this year, I got an email from someone who stumbled on an old blog post then binge-read the rest. (Swipe to see*). 

The posts that I believed were reaching "no one" were actually finding their way to the screens of the people who needed to read them the most. 

If I'd let the self-doubt (and imaginary nay-sayers) stop me, I wouldn't have the business I have today. 

More importantly, my words would never have found their way to the people it was supposed to.

I've said it before and I'll say it again (mostly to remind myself):

1) Your creations have impact - even if you can't always see it. 

2) If you want to be a creative for the long-haul, you have to create. 

Even when the numbers fluctuate. 

Even when it feels like you're speaking into a void.

Even when all the mud you're throwing at the wall just isn't sticking. 

Because you never know who will end up reading and passing your creations on to the next person who needs them. 

*shared with consent

#freelancewriter #creativeentrepreneur #launchcopywriter #freelancingfemales #coursecreator #creativehobby #smallbusinessowner #entreprenuership #creatives #writersofig #onwriting #contentcreator
The truth about impact 💥

My first step to writing for the internet (and eventually starting this business) was starting my blog in 2018.

It felt very "ew cringe" at the time. 

But every week, I'd write personal essays about alll the feelings and wanting to be a Creative. 

The whole time, it felt like I was writing into a void with no one reading and no one taking me seriously. 

(And some weeks, I'd even let the self-doubt and lack of "views" stop me from publishing anything.)

But I continued writing and building my body of work. 

Eventually, my first blog post landed me my first client...

And sparked a chain of events that led to me starting my copywriting business full-time in 2020. 

Sharing this because when we first start creating or pivoting into something new... 

And it feels like we're gaining no views. No comments. No validation. And even losing parts of an existing audience... 

It's tempting to believe that what we're creating doesn't matter and we should give up. 

But earlier this year, I got an email from someone who stumbled on an old blog post then binge-read the rest. (Swipe to see*). 

The posts that I believed were reaching "no one" were actually finding their way to the screens of the people who needed to read them the most. 

If I'd let the self-doubt (and imaginary nay-sayers) stop me, I wouldn't have the business I have today. 

More importantly, my words would never have found their way to the people it was supposed to.

I've said it before and I'll say it again (mostly to remind myself):

1) Your creations have impact - even if you can't always see it. 

2) If you want to be a creative for the long-haul, you have to create. 

Even when the numbers fluctuate. 

Even when it feels like you're speaking into a void.

Even when all the mud you're throwing at the wall just isn't sticking. 

Because you never know who will end up reading and passing your creations on to the next person who needs them. 

*shared with consent

#freelancewriter #creativeentrepreneur #launchcopywriter #freelancingfemales #coursecreator #creativehobby #smallbusinessowner #entreprenuership #creatives #writersofig #onwriting #contentcreator
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The truth about impact 💥 My first step to writing for the internet (and eventually starting this business) was starting my blog in 2018. It felt very "ew cringe" at the time. But every week, I'd write personal essays about alll the feelings and wanting to be a Creative. The whole time, it felt like I was writing into a void with no one reading and no one taking me seriously. (And some weeks, I'd even let the self-doubt and lack of "views" stop me from publishing anything.) But I continued writing and building my body of work. Eventually, my first blog post landed me my first client... And sparked a chain of events that led to me starting my copywriting business full-time in 2020. Sharing this because when we first start creating or pivoting into something new... And it feels like we're gaining no views. No comments. No validation. And even losing parts of an existing audience... It's tempting to believe that what we're creating doesn't matter and we should give up. But earlier this year, I got an email from someone who stumbled on an old blog post then binge-read the rest. (Swipe to see*). The posts that I believed were reaching "no one" were actually finding their way to the screens of the people who needed to read them the most. If I'd let the self-doubt (and imaginary nay-sayers) stop me, I wouldn't have the business I have today. More importantly, my words would never have found their way to the people it was supposed to. I've said it before and I'll say it again (mostly to remind myself): 1) Your creations have impact - even if you can't always see it. 2) If you want to be a creative for the long-haul, you have to create. Even when the numbers fluctuate. Even when it feels like you're speaking into a void. Even when all the mud you're throwing at the wall just isn't sticking. Because you never know who will end up reading and passing your creations on to the next person who needs them. *shared with consent #freelancewriter #creativeentrepreneur #launchcopywriter #freelancingfemales #coursecreator #creativehobby #smallbusinessowner #entreprenuership #creatives #writersofig #onwriting #contentcreator
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While it looks like I've got my snorkelling sh*t together -- not pictured is the literal sink-or-swim situation I found myself in 10 mins beforehand. 

On our first snorkelling stop - I found myself battered by the choppy waves, choking on mouthfuls of salt water, and forcing my cramping arms to paddle like my life depended on it (because it did).

And I was ready to retreat to the safety of our hotel’s paddle pool. 

But afterward, we went to a more serene snorkelling spot where the fish practically pose for selfies with you.

There, I could rest. I had time to appreciate the coral and remember why I loved snorkelling so much. And I could even practice my duck dives!

This wild snorkelling adventure got me thinking about what it's really like to be a business owner. 

I've spent the majority of my self-employed era diving into more sink-or-swim situations than I can count. 

From my first project, to my first launch, all the way to trying to find the right contractors to hire —

I've had to dive head-first outta my comfort zone and into the deep-end, and then paddle vigorously to stay afloat.

And I bet you have, too. 

Most of the time, it can feel like the tide is working against us. 

And when there’s no immediate lifeboat in sight, it can be tempting to throw up our arms and give up.

But while getting out of our comfort zones is crucial for becoming a better business owner (after all, smooth seas don’t make skilled sailors) —

I’m realising it’s ok to slink back to calmer waters every so often. To rest. To find the joy and remember what we love about business and why we got into it in the first place.

So if you’ve been battling rough seas where it feels like the tide is always against you — don’t abandon ship just yet. Take it as a sign to drop anchor for a while, float on serene waters, an
and rediscover why you started in the first place.

Remember, every ebb has its flow.
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#freelancewriter #creativecopywriter #launchcopy #digitalproductlaunch #coursecreators #creativeentrepreneur #launchcopywriter #bali #snorkelling #onlinebusinessowner #businessadvice #freelancingadvice
While it looks like I've got my snorkelling sh*t together -- not pictured is the literal sink-or-swim situation I found myself in 10 mins beforehand. 

On our first snorkelling stop - I found myself battered by the choppy waves, choking on mouthfuls of salt water, and forcing my cramping arms to paddle like my life depended on it (because it did).

And I was ready to retreat to the safety of our hotel’s paddle pool. 

But afterward, we went to a more serene snorkelling spot where the fish practically pose for selfies with you.

There, I could rest. I had time to appreciate the coral and remember why I loved snorkelling so much. And I could even practice my duck dives!

This wild snorkelling adventure got me thinking about what it's really like to be a business owner. 

I've spent the majority of my self-employed era diving into more sink-or-swim situations than I can count. 

From my first project, to my first launch, all the way to trying to find the right contractors to hire —

I've had to dive head-first outta my comfort zone and into the deep-end, and then paddle vigorously to stay afloat.

And I bet you have, too. 

Most of the time, it can feel like the tide is working against us. 

And when there’s no immediate lifeboat in sight, it can be tempting to throw up our arms and give up.

But while getting out of our comfort zones is crucial for becoming a better business owner (after all, smooth seas don’t make skilled sailors) —

I’m realising it’s ok to slink back to calmer waters every so often. To rest. To find the joy and remember what we love about business and why we got into it in the first place.

So if you’ve been battling rough seas where it feels like the tide is always against you — don’t abandon ship just yet. Take it as a sign to drop anchor for a while, float on serene waters, an
and rediscover why you started in the first place.

Remember, every ebb has its flow.
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#freelancewriter #creativecopywriter #launchcopy #digitalproductlaunch #coursecreators #creativeentrepreneur #launchcopywriter #bali #snorkelling #onlinebusinessowner #businessadvice #freelancingadvice
While it looks like I've got my snorkelling sh*t together -- not pictured is the literal sink-or-swim situation I found myself in 10 mins beforehand. 

On our first snorkelling stop - I found myself battered by the choppy waves, choking on mouthfuls of salt water, and forcing my cramping arms to paddle like my life depended on it (because it did).

And I was ready to retreat to the safety of our hotel’s paddle pool. 

But afterward, we went to a more serene snorkelling spot where the fish practically pose for selfies with you.

There, I could rest. I had time to appreciate the coral and remember why I loved snorkelling so much. And I could even practice my duck dives!

This wild snorkelling adventure got me thinking about what it's really like to be a business owner. 

I've spent the majority of my self-employed era diving into more sink-or-swim situations than I can count. 

From my first project, to my first launch, all the way to trying to find the right contractors to hire —

I've had to dive head-first outta my comfort zone and into the deep-end, and then paddle vigorously to stay afloat.

And I bet you have, too. 

Most of the time, it can feel like the tide is working against us. 

And when there’s no immediate lifeboat in sight, it can be tempting to throw up our arms and give up.

But while getting out of our comfort zones is crucial for becoming a better business owner (after all, smooth seas don’t make skilled sailors) —

I’m realising it’s ok to slink back to calmer waters every so often. To rest. To find the joy and remember what we love about business and why we got into it in the first place.

So if you’ve been battling rough seas where it feels like the tide is always against you — don’t abandon ship just yet. Take it as a sign to drop anchor for a while, float on serene waters, an
and rediscover why you started in the first place.

Remember, every ebb has its flow.
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#freelancewriter #creativecopywriter #launchcopy #digitalproductlaunch #coursecreators #creativeentrepreneur #launchcopywriter #bali #snorkelling #onlinebusinessowner #businessadvice #freelancingadvice
While it looks like I've got my snorkelling sh*t together -- not pictured is the literal sink-or-swim situation I found myself in 10 mins beforehand. On our first snorkelling stop - I found myself battered by the choppy waves, choking on mouthfuls of salt water, and forcing my cramping arms to paddle like my life depended on it (because it did). And I was ready to retreat to the safety of our hotel’s paddle pool.  But afterward, we went to a more serene snorkelling spot where the fish practically pose for selfies with you. There, I could rest. I had time to appreciate the coral and remember why I loved snorkelling so much. And I could even practice my duck dives! This wild snorkelling adventure got me thinking about what it's really like to be a business owner. I've spent the majority of my self-employed era diving into more sink-or-swim situations than I can count. From my first project, to my first launch, all the way to trying to find the right contractors to hire — I've had to dive head-first outta my comfort zone and into the deep-end, and then paddle vigorously to stay afloat. And I bet you have, too. Most of the time, it can feel like the tide is working against us. And when there’s no immediate lifeboat in sight, it can be tempting to throw up our arms and give up. But while getting out of our comfort zones is crucial for becoming a better business owner (after all, smooth seas don’t make skilled sailors) — I’m realising it’s ok to slink back to calmer waters every so often. To rest. To find the joy and remember what we love about business and why we got into it in the first place. So if you’ve been battling rough seas where it feels like the tide is always against you — don’t abandon ship just yet. Take it as a sign to drop anchor for a while, float on serene waters, an and rediscover why you started in the first place. Remember, every ebb has its flow. . . . . . . #freelancewriter #creativecopywriter #launchcopy #digitalproductlaunch #coursecreators #creativeentrepreneur #launchcopywriter #bali #snorkelling #onlinebusinessowner #businessadvice #freelancingadvice
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While it looks like I've got my snorkelling sh*t together -- not pictured is the literal sink-or-swim situation I found myself in 10 mins beforehand. On our first snorkelling stop - I found myself battered by the choppy waves, choking on mouthfuls of salt water, and forcing my cramping arms to paddle like my life depended on it (because it did). And I was ready to retreat to the safety of our hotel’s paddle pool.  But afterward, we went to a more serene snorkelling spot where the fish practically pose for selfies with you. There, I could rest. I had time to appreciate the coral and remember why I loved snorkelling so much. And I could even practice my duck dives! This wild snorkelling adventure got me thinking about what it's really like to be a business owner. I've spent the majority of my self-employed era diving into more sink-or-swim situations than I can count. From my first project, to my first launch, all the way to trying to find the right contractors to hire — I've had to dive head-first outta my comfort zone and into the deep-end, and then paddle vigorously to stay afloat. And I bet you have, too. Most of the time, it can feel like the tide is working against us. And when there’s no immediate lifeboat in sight, it can be tempting to throw up our arms and give up. But while getting out of our comfort zones is crucial for becoming a better business owner (after all, smooth seas don’t make skilled sailors) — I’m realising it’s ok to slink back to calmer waters every so often. To rest. To find the joy and remember what we love about business and why we got into it in the first place. So if you’ve been battling rough seas where it feels like the tide is always against you — don’t abandon ship just yet. Take it as a sign to drop anchor for a while, float on serene waters, an and rediscover why you started in the first place. Remember, every ebb has its flow. . . . . . . #freelancewriter #creativecopywriter #launchcopy #digitalproductlaunch #coursecreators #creativeentrepreneur #launchcopywriter #bali #snorkelling #onlinebusinessowner #businessadvice #freelancingadvice
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Celebrating 6 months of married life with my partner in crime ❤ When people ask me what married life is like, I say:

 "It feels both utterly surreal and completely normal all at the same time."

 Surreal because I'm amazed at all the events that led us here. And normal because it feels like Ben has always been by my side. 

The past 6 months have been filled with new discoveries about each other's quirks. Escaping on many holidays. Binge watching tv shows in one night. Arguments over dishes, laundry, and who hogs the blanket the most. (PS. Our solution is to have 2 blankets). 

And while it's only a teeny, tiny toe dip into the pond of married life -- I can't wait to experience more surreal and normal moments life throws at us.
Celebrating 6 months of married life with my partner in crime ❤ When people ask me what married life is like, I say:

 "It feels both utterly surreal and completely normal all at the same time."

 Surreal because I'm amazed at all the events that led us here. And normal because it feels like Ben has always been by my side. 

The past 6 months have been filled with new discoveries about each other's quirks. Escaping on many holidays. Binge watching tv shows in one night. Arguments over dishes, laundry, and who hogs the blanket the most. (PS. Our solution is to have 2 blankets). 

And while it's only a teeny, tiny toe dip into the pond of married life -- I can't wait to experience more surreal and normal moments life throws at us.
Celebrating 6 months of married life with my partner in crime ❤ When people ask me what married life is like, I say:

 "It feels both utterly surreal and completely normal all at the same time."

 Surreal because I'm amazed at all the events that led us here. And normal because it feels like Ben has always been by my side. 

The past 6 months have been filled with new discoveries about each other's quirks. Escaping on many holidays. Binge watching tv shows in one night. Arguments over dishes, laundry, and who hogs the blanket the most. (PS. Our solution is to have 2 blankets). 

And while it's only a teeny, tiny toe dip into the pond of married life -- I can't wait to experience more surreal and normal moments life throws at us.
Celebrating 6 months of married life with my partner in crime ❤ When people ask me what married life is like, I say:

 "It feels both utterly surreal and completely normal all at the same time."

 Surreal because I'm amazed at all the events that led us here. And normal because it feels like Ben has always been by my side. 

The past 6 months have been filled with new discoveries about each other's quirks. Escaping on many holidays. Binge watching tv shows in one night. Arguments over dishes, laundry, and who hogs the blanket the most. (PS. Our solution is to have 2 blankets). 

And while it's only a teeny, tiny toe dip into the pond of married life -- I can't wait to experience more surreal and normal moments life throws at us.
Celebrating 6 months of married life with my partner in crime ❤ When people ask me what married life is like, I say:

 "It feels both utterly surreal and completely normal all at the same time."

 Surreal because I'm amazed at all the events that led us here. And normal because it feels like Ben has always been by my side. 

The past 6 months have been filled with new discoveries about each other's quirks. Escaping on many holidays. Binge watching tv shows in one night. Arguments over dishes, laundry, and who hogs the blanket the most. (PS. Our solution is to have 2 blankets). 

And while it's only a teeny, tiny toe dip into the pond of married life -- I can't wait to experience more surreal and normal moments life throws at us.
Celebrating 6 months of married life with my partner in crime ❤ When people ask me what married life is like, I say:

 "It feels both utterly surreal and completely normal all at the same time."

 Surreal because I'm amazed at all the events that led us here. And normal because it feels like Ben has always been by my side. 

The past 6 months have been filled with new discoveries about each other's quirks. Escaping on many holidays. Binge watching tv shows in one night. Arguments over dishes, laundry, and who hogs the blanket the most. (PS. Our solution is to have 2 blankets). 

And while it's only a teeny, tiny toe dip into the pond of married life -- I can't wait to experience more surreal and normal moments life throws at us.
Celebrating 6 months of married life with my partner in crime ❤ When people ask me what married life is like, I say:

 "It feels both utterly surreal and completely normal all at the same time."

 Surreal because I'm amazed at all the events that led us here. And normal because it feels like Ben has always been by my side. 

The past 6 months have been filled with new discoveries about each other's quirks. Escaping on many holidays. Binge watching tv shows in one night. Arguments over dishes, laundry, and who hogs the blanket the most. (PS. Our solution is to have 2 blankets). 

And while it's only a teeny, tiny toe dip into the pond of married life -- I can't wait to experience more surreal and normal moments life throws at us.
Celebrating 6 months of married life with my partner in crime ❤ When people ask me what married life is like, I say:

 "It feels both utterly surreal and completely normal all at the same time."

 Surreal because I'm amazed at all the events that led us here. And normal because it feels like Ben has always been by my side. 

The past 6 months have been filled with new discoveries about each other's quirks. Escaping on many holidays. Binge watching tv shows in one night. Arguments over dishes, laundry, and who hogs the blanket the most. (PS. Our solution is to have 2 blankets). 

And while it's only a teeny, tiny toe dip into the pond of married life -- I can't wait to experience more surreal and normal moments life throws at us.
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Celebrating 6 months of married life with my partner in crime ❤ When people ask me what married life is like, I say: "It feels both utterly surreal and completely normal all at the same time." Surreal because I'm amazed at all the events that led us here. And normal because it feels like Ben has always been by my side. The past 6 months have been filled with new discoveries about each other's quirks. Escaping on many holidays. Binge watching tv shows in one night. Arguments over dishes, laundry, and who hogs the blanket the most. (PS. Our solution is to have 2 blankets). And while it's only a teeny, tiny toe dip into the pond of married life -- I can't wait to experience more surreal and normal moments life throws at us.
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Ash In The Wild

Anyone else start their first few projects buckling under the weight of self-inflicted pressure because you felt like it had to be perfect from the get-go? 🙋‍♀️

It’s a universal truth that the first time you do something, you’re going to suck.

You’ll feel endless waves of self-doubt.

You’ll get halfway through your project and convince yourself you should hurl it into the trash. 

If there was an award for Worst Creation in the Universe, it would go to the mess you’re trying to create.

But here’s the thing —

Every single person you admire also felt the same way about their first few projects.

So instead of sitting around wondering if you’re good enough, throw yourself into the deep end and just do it. Practice. Fail. Keep practicing. Then, improve.

And before you know it, you’ll be typing mid-sentence or halfway through your launch, and you’ll realise it no longer feels as scary as it once did.

But hey, if sales pages happen to be a deliverable you’d rather outsource to someone who’s put in the practice — I’ve got a handful of VIP Intensives left for sales pages for this year.

It’s yours to claim if:

⚡️You want a compelling sales page for your next launch (like for Black Friday) and you don’t want to experience the endless cycle of suck when writing it

⚡️You want your sales page done, dusted, and all edits taken care of in a week 

And when I say done, I mean *done*. Like, testimonials added, everything neatly formatted, and ready to hand off to your designer. 

Sound exactly like what you need?

DM me “Sales page” or visit the link in bio.
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#freelancewriter #creativecopywriter #launchcopy #digitalproductlaunch #coursecreators #creativeentrepreneur #launchcopywriter #risingtidesociety #creativepreneur #evergreenlaunch #livelaunch #launchemails #businesschicks #salespage #launchcopywriter #womanownedbusiness #freelancingfemales #prelaunchsocials #creativementor #DCA #courselaunch #coursecreator #launchstrategy 
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Anyone else start their first few projects buckling under the weight of self-inflicted pressure because you felt like it had to be perfect from the get-go? 🙋‍♀️

It’s a universal truth that the first time you do something, you’re going to suck.

You’ll feel endless waves of self-doubt.

You’ll get halfway through your project and convince yourself you should hurl it into the trash. 

If there was an award for Worst Creation in the Universe, it would go to the mess you’re trying to create.

But here’s the thing —

Every single person you admire also felt the same way about their first few projects.

So instead of sitting around wondering if you’re good enough, throw yourself into the deep end and just do it. Practice. Fail. Keep practicing. Then, improve.

And before you know it, you’ll be typing mid-sentence or halfway through your launch, and you’ll realise it no longer feels as scary as it once did.

But hey, if sales pages happen to be a deliverable you’d rather outsource to someone who’s put in the practice — I’ve got a handful of VIP Intensives left for sales pages for this year.

It’s yours to claim if:

⚡️You want a compelling sales page for your next launch (like for Black Friday) and you don’t want to experience the endless cycle of suck when writing it

⚡️You want your sales page done, dusted, and all edits taken care of in a week 

And when I say done, I mean *done*. Like, testimonials added, everything neatly formatted, and ready to hand off to your designer. 

Sound exactly like what you need?

DM me “Sales page” or visit the link in bio.
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.
#freelancewriter #creativecopywriter #launchcopy #digitalproductlaunch #coursecreators #creativeentrepreneur #launchcopywriter #risingtidesociety #creativepreneur #evergreenlaunch #livelaunch #launchemails #businesschicks #salespage #launchcopywriter #womanownedbusiness #freelancingfemales #prelaunchsocials #creativementor #DCA #courselaunch #coursecreator #launchstrategy 
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Anyone else start their first few projects buckling under the weight of self-inflicted pressure because you felt like it had to be perfect from the get-go? 🙋‍♀️

It’s a universal truth that the first time you do something, you’re going to suck.

You’ll feel endless waves of self-doubt.

You’ll get halfway through your project and convince yourself you should hurl it into the trash. 

If there was an award for Worst Creation in the Universe, it would go to the mess you’re trying to create.

But here’s the thing —

Every single person you admire also felt the same way about their first few projects.

So instead of sitting around wondering if you’re good enough, throw yourself into the deep end and just do it. Practice. Fail. Keep practicing. Then, improve.

And before you know it, you’ll be typing mid-sentence or halfway through your launch, and you’ll realise it no longer feels as scary as it once did.

But hey, if sales pages happen to be a deliverable you’d rather outsource to someone who’s put in the practice — I’ve got a handful of VIP Intensives left for sales pages for this year.

It’s yours to claim if:

⚡️You want a compelling sales page for your next launch (like for Black Friday) and you don’t want to experience the endless cycle of suck when writing it

⚡️You want your sales page done, dusted, and all edits taken care of in a week 

And when I say done, I mean *done*. Like, testimonials added, everything neatly formatted, and ready to hand off to your designer. 

Sound exactly like what you need?

DM me “Sales page” or visit the link in bio.
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#freelancewriter #creativecopywriter #launchcopy #digitalproductlaunch #coursecreators #creativeentrepreneur #launchcopywriter #risingtidesociety #creativepreneur #evergreenlaunch #livelaunch #launchemails #businesschicks #salespage #launchcopywriter #womanownedbusiness #freelancingfemales #prelaunchsocials #creativementor #DCA #courselaunch #coursecreator #launchstrategy 
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Anyone else start their first few projects buckling under the weight of self-inflicted pressure because you felt like it had to be perfect from the get-go? 🙋‍♀️

It’s a universal truth that the first time you do something, you’re going to suck.

You’ll feel endless waves of self-doubt.

You’ll get halfway through your project and convince yourself you should hurl it into the trash. 

If there was an award for Worst Creation in the Universe, it would go to the mess you’re trying to create.

But here’s the thing —

Every single person you admire also felt the same way about their first few projects.

So instead of sitting around wondering if you’re good enough, throw yourself into the deep end and just do it. Practice. Fail. Keep practicing. Then, improve.

And before you know it, you’ll be typing mid-sentence or halfway through your launch, and you’ll realise it no longer feels as scary as it once did.

But hey, if sales pages happen to be a deliverable you’d rather outsource to someone who’s put in the practice — I’ve got a handful of VIP Intensives left for sales pages for this year.

It’s yours to claim if:

⚡️You want a compelling sales page for your next launch (like for Black Friday) and you don’t want to experience the endless cycle of suck when writing it

⚡️You want your sales page done, dusted, and all edits taken care of in a week 

And when I say done, I mean *done*. Like, testimonials added, everything neatly formatted, and ready to hand off to your designer. 

Sound exactly like what you need?

DM me “Sales page” or visit the link in bio.
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#freelancewriter #creativecopywriter #launchcopy #digitalproductlaunch #coursecreators #creativeentrepreneur #launchcopywriter #risingtidesociety #creativepreneur #evergreenlaunch #livelaunch #launchemails #businesschicks #salespage #launchcopywriter #womanownedbusiness #freelancingfemales #prelaunchsocials #creativementor #DCA #courselaunch #coursecreator #launchstrategy 
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Anyone else start their first few projects buckling under the weight of self-inflicted pressure because you felt like it had to be perfect from the get-go? 🙋‍♀️

It’s a universal truth that the first time you do something, you’re going to suck.

You’ll feel endless waves of self-doubt.

You’ll get halfway through your project and convince yourself you should hurl it into the trash. 

If there was an award for Worst Creation in the Universe, it would go to the mess you’re trying to create.

But here’s the thing —

Every single person you admire also felt the same way about their first few projects.

So instead of sitting around wondering if you’re good enough, throw yourself into the deep end and just do it. Practice. Fail. Keep practicing. Then, improve.

And before you know it, you’ll be typing mid-sentence or halfway through your launch, and you’ll realise it no longer feels as scary as it once did.

But hey, if sales pages happen to be a deliverable you’d rather outsource to someone who’s put in the practice — I’ve got a handful of VIP Intensives left for sales pages for this year.

It’s yours to claim if:

⚡️You want a compelling sales page for your next launch (like for Black Friday) and you don’t want to experience the endless cycle of suck when writing it

⚡️You want your sales page done, dusted, and all edits taken care of in a week 

And when I say done, I mean *done*. Like, testimonials added, everything neatly formatted, and ready to hand off to your designer. 

Sound exactly like what you need?

DM me “Sales page” or visit the link in bio.
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#freelancewriter #creativecopywriter #launchcopy #digitalproductlaunch #coursecreators #creativeentrepreneur #launchcopywriter #risingtidesociety #creativepreneur #evergreenlaunch #livelaunch #launchemails #businesschicks #salespage #launchcopywriter #womanownedbusiness #freelancingfemales #prelaunchsocials #creativementor #DCA #courselaunch #coursecreator #launchstrategy 
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Anyone else start their first few projects buckling under the weight of self-inflicted pressure because you felt like it had to be perfect from the get-go? 🙋‍♀️

It’s a universal truth that the first time you do something, you’re going to suck.

You’ll feel endless waves of self-doubt.

You’ll get halfway through your project and convince yourself you should hurl it into the trash. 

If there was an award for Worst Creation in the Universe, it would go to the mess you’re trying to create.

But here’s the thing —

Every single person you admire also felt the same way about their first few projects.

So instead of sitting around wondering if you’re good enough, throw yourself into the deep end and just do it. Practice. Fail. Keep practicing. Then, improve.

And before you know it, you’ll be typing mid-sentence or halfway through your launch, and you’ll realise it no longer feels as scary as it once did.

But hey, if sales pages happen to be a deliverable you’d rather outsource to someone who’s put in the practice — I’ve got a handful of VIP Intensives left for sales pages for this year.

It’s yours to claim if:

⚡️You want a compelling sales page for your next launch (like for Black Friday) and you don’t want to experience the endless cycle of suck when writing it

⚡️You want your sales page done, dusted, and all edits taken care of in a week 

And when I say done, I mean *done*. Like, testimonials added, everything neatly formatted, and ready to hand off to your designer. 

Sound exactly like what you need?

DM me “Sales page” or visit the link in bio.
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.
#freelancewriter #creativecopywriter #launchcopy #digitalproductlaunch #coursecreators #creativeentrepreneur #launchcopywriter #risingtidesociety #creativepreneur #evergreenlaunch #livelaunch #launchemails #businesschicks #salespage #launchcopywriter #womanownedbusiness #freelancingfemales #prelaunchsocials #creativementor #DCA #courselaunch #coursecreator #launchstrategy 
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Anyone else start their first few projects buckling under the weight of self-inflicted pressure because you felt like it had to be perfect from the get-go? 🙋‍♀️

It’s a universal truth that the first time you do something, you’re going to suck.

You’ll feel endless waves of self-doubt.

You’ll get halfway through your project and convince yourself you should hurl it into the trash. 

If there was an award for Worst Creation in the Universe, it would go to the mess you’re trying to create.

But here’s the thing —

Every single person you admire also felt the same way about their first few projects.

So instead of sitting around wondering if you’re good enough, throw yourself into the deep end and just do it. Practice. Fail. Keep practicing. Then, improve.

And before you know it, you’ll be typing mid-sentence or halfway through your launch, and you’ll realise it no longer feels as scary as it once did.

But hey, if sales pages happen to be a deliverable you’d rather outsource to someone who’s put in the practice — I’ve got a handful of VIP Intensives left for sales pages for this year.

It’s yours to claim if:

⚡️You want a compelling sales page for your next launch (like for Black Friday) and you don’t want to experience the endless cycle of suck when writing it

⚡️You want your sales page done, dusted, and all edits taken care of in a week 

And when I say done, I mean *done*. Like, testimonials added, everything neatly formatted, and ready to hand off to your designer. 

Sound exactly like what you need?

DM me “Sales page” or visit the link in bio.
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.
#freelancewriter #creativecopywriter #launchcopy #digitalproductlaunch #coursecreators #creativeentrepreneur #launchcopywriter #risingtidesociety #creativepreneur #evergreenlaunch #livelaunch #launchemails #businesschicks #salespage #launchcopywriter #womanownedbusiness #freelancingfemales #prelaunchsocials #creativementor #DCA #courselaunch #coursecreator #launchstrategy 
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Anyone else start their first few projects buckling under the weight of self-inflicted pressure because you felt like it had to be perfect from the get-go? 🙋‍♀️

It’s a universal truth that the first time you do something, you’re going to suck.

You’ll feel endless waves of self-doubt.

You’ll get halfway through your project and convince yourself you should hurl it into the trash. 

If there was an award for Worst Creation in the Universe, it would go to the mess you’re trying to create.

But here’s the thing —

Every single person you admire also felt the same way about their first few projects.

So instead of sitting around wondering if you’re good enough, throw yourself into the deep end and just do it. Practice. Fail. Keep practicing. Then, improve.

And before you know it, you’ll be typing mid-sentence or halfway through your launch, and you’ll realise it no longer feels as scary as it once did.

But hey, if sales pages happen to be a deliverable you’d rather outsource to someone who’s put in the practice — I’ve got a handful of VIP Intensives left for sales pages for this year.

It’s yours to claim if:

⚡️You want a compelling sales page for your next launch (like for Black Friday) and you don’t want to experience the endless cycle of suck when writing it

⚡️You want your sales page done, dusted, and all edits taken care of in a week 

And when I say done, I mean *done*. Like, testimonials added, everything neatly formatted, and ready to hand off to your designer. 

Sound exactly like what you need?

DM me “Sales page” or visit the link in bio.
.
.
#freelancewriter #creativecopywriter #launchcopy #digitalproductlaunch #coursecreators #creativeentrepreneur #launchcopywriter #risingtidesociety #creativepreneur #evergreenlaunch #livelaunch #launchemails #businesschicks #salespage #launchcopywriter #womanownedbusiness #freelancingfemales #prelaunchsocials #creativementor #DCA #courselaunch #coursecreator #launchstrategy 
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Anyone else start their first few projects buckling under the weight of self-inflicted pressure because you felt like it had to be perfect from the get-go? 🙋‍♀️

It’s a universal truth that the first time you do something, you’re going to suck.

You’ll feel endless waves of self-doubt.

You’ll get halfway through your project and convince yourself you should hurl it into the trash. 

If there was an award for Worst Creation in the Universe, it would go to the mess you’re trying to create.

But here’s the thing —

Every single person you admire also felt the same way about their first few projects.

So instead of sitting around wondering if you’re good enough, throw yourself into the deep end and just do it. Practice. Fail. Keep practicing. Then, improve.

And before you know it, you’ll be typing mid-sentence or halfway through your launch, and you’ll realise it no longer feels as scary as it once did.

But hey, if sales pages happen to be a deliverable you’d rather outsource to someone who’s put in the practice — I’ve got a handful of VIP Intensives left for sales pages for this year.

It’s yours to claim if:

⚡️You want a compelling sales page for your next launch (like for Black Friday) and you don’t want to experience the endless cycle of suck when writing it

⚡️You want your sales page done, dusted, and all edits taken care of in a week 

And when I say done, I mean *done*. Like, testimonials added, everything neatly formatted, and ready to hand off to your designer. 

Sound exactly like what you need?

DM me “Sales page” or visit the link in bio.
.
.
#freelancewriter #creativecopywriter #launchcopy #digitalproductlaunch #coursecreators #creativeentrepreneur #launchcopywriter #risingtidesociety #creativepreneur #evergreenlaunch #livelaunch #launchemails #businesschicks #salespage #launchcopywriter #womanownedbusiness #freelancingfemales #prelaunchsocials #creativementor #DCA #courselaunch #coursecreator #launchstrategy 
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Anyone else start their first few projects buckling under the weight of self-inflicted pressure because you felt like it had to be perfect from the get-go? 🙋‍♀️

It’s a universal truth that the first time you do something, you’re going to suck.

You’ll feel endless waves of self-doubt.

You’ll get halfway through your project and convince yourself you should hurl it into the trash. 

If there was an award for Worst Creation in the Universe, it would go to the mess you’re trying to create.

But here’s the thing —

Every single person you admire also felt the same way about their first few projects.

So instead of sitting around wondering if you’re good enough, throw yourself into the deep end and just do it. Practice. Fail. Keep practicing. Then, improve.

And before you know it, you’ll be typing mid-sentence or halfway through your launch, and you’ll realise it no longer feels as scary as it once did.

But hey, if sales pages happen to be a deliverable you’d rather outsource to someone who’s put in the practice — I’ve got a handful of VIP Intensives left for sales pages for this year.

It’s yours to claim if:

⚡️You want a compelling sales page for your next launch (like for Black Friday) and you don’t want to experience the endless cycle of suck when writing it

⚡️You want your sales page done, dusted, and all edits taken care of in a week 

And when I say done, I mean *done*. Like, testimonials added, everything neatly formatted, and ready to hand off to your designer. 

Sound exactly like what you need?

DM me “Sales page” or visit the link in bio.
.
.
#freelancewriter #creativecopywriter #launchcopy #digitalproductlaunch #coursecreators #creativeentrepreneur #launchcopywriter #risingtidesociety #creativepreneur #evergreenlaunch #livelaunch #launchemails #businesschicks #salespage #launchcopywriter #womanownedbusiness #freelancingfemales #prelaunchsocials #creativementor #DCA #courselaunch #coursecreator #launchstrategy 
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Anyone else start their first few projects buckling under the weight of self-inflicted pressure because you felt like it had to be perfect from the get-go? 🙋‍♀️ It’s a universal truth that the first time you do something, you’re going to suck. You’ll feel endless waves of self-doubt. You’ll get halfway through your project and convince yourself you should hurl it into the trash. If there was an award for Worst Creation in the Universe, it would go to the mess you’re trying to create. But here’s the thing — Every single person you admire also felt the same way about their first few projects. So instead of sitting around wondering if you’re good enough, throw yourself into the deep end and just do it. Practice. Fail. Keep practicing. Then, improve. And before you know it, you’ll be typing mid-sentence or halfway through your launch, and you’ll realise it no longer feels as scary as it once did. But hey, if sales pages happen to be a deliverable you’d rather outsource to someone who’s put in the practice — I’ve got a handful of VIP Intensives left for sales pages for this year. It’s yours to claim if: ⚡️You want a compelling sales page for your next launch (like for Black Friday) and you don’t want to experience the endless cycle of suck when writing it ⚡️You want your sales page done, dusted, and all edits taken care of in a week And when I say done, I mean *done*. Like, testimonials added, everything neatly formatted, and ready to hand off to your designer. Sound exactly like what you need? DM me “Sales page” or visit the link in bio. . . #freelancewriter #creativecopywriter #launchcopy #digitalproductlaunch #coursecreators #creativeentrepreneur #launchcopywriter #risingtidesociety #creativepreneur #evergreenlaunch #livelaunch #launchemails #businesschicks #salespage #launchcopywriter #womanownedbusiness #freelancingfemales #prelaunchsocials #creativementor #DCA #courselaunch #coursecreator #launchstrategy .
3 days ago
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The truth about impact 💥

My first step to writing for the internet (and eventually starting this business) was starting my blog in 2018.

It felt very "ew cringe" at the time. 

But every week, I'd write personal essays about alll the feelings and wanting to be a Creative. 

The whole time, it felt like I was writing into a void with no one reading and no one taking me seriously. 

(And some weeks, I'd even let the self-doubt and lack of "views" stop me from publishing anything.)

But I continued writing and building my body of work. 

Eventually, my first blog post landed me my first client...

And sparked a chain of events that led to me starting my copywriting business full-time in 2020. 

Sharing this because when we first start creating or pivoting into something new... 

And it feels like we're gaining no views. No comments. No validation. And even losing parts of an existing audience... 

It's tempting to believe that what we're creating doesn't matter and we should give up. 

But earlier this year, I got an email from someone who stumbled on an old blog post then binge-read the rest. (Swipe to see*). 

The posts that I believed were reaching "no one" were actually finding their way to the screens of the people who needed to read them the most. 

If I'd let the self-doubt (and imaginary nay-sayers) stop me, I wouldn't have the business I have today. 

More importantly, my words would never have found their way to the people it was supposed to.

I've said it before and I'll say it again (mostly to remind myself):

1) Your creations have impact - even if you can't always see it. 

2) If you want to be a creative for the long-haul, you have to create. 

Even when the numbers fluctuate. 

Even when it feels like you're speaking into a void.

Even when all the mud you're throwing at the wall just isn't sticking. 

Because you never know who will end up reading and passing your creations on to the next person who needs them. 

*shared with consent

#freelancewriter #creativeentrepreneur #launchcopywriter #freelancingfemales #coursecreator #creativehobby #smallbusinessowner #entreprenuership #creatives #writersofig #onwriting #contentcreator
The truth about impact 💥

My first step to writing for the internet (and eventually starting this business) was starting my blog in 2018.

It felt very "ew cringe" at the time. 

But every week, I'd write personal essays about alll the feelings and wanting to be a Creative. 

The whole time, it felt like I was writing into a void with no one reading and no one taking me seriously. 

(And some weeks, I'd even let the self-doubt and lack of "views" stop me from publishing anything.)

But I continued writing and building my body of work. 

Eventually, my first blog post landed me my first client...

And sparked a chain of events that led to me starting my copywriting business full-time in 2020. 

Sharing this because when we first start creating or pivoting into something new... 

And it feels like we're gaining no views. No comments. No validation. And even losing parts of an existing audience... 

It's tempting to believe that what we're creating doesn't matter and we should give up. 

But earlier this year, I got an email from someone who stumbled on an old blog post then binge-read the rest. (Swipe to see*). 

The posts that I believed were reaching "no one" were actually finding their way to the screens of the people who needed to read them the most. 

If I'd let the self-doubt (and imaginary nay-sayers) stop me, I wouldn't have the business I have today. 

More importantly, my words would never have found their way to the people it was supposed to.

I've said it before and I'll say it again (mostly to remind myself):

1) Your creations have impact - even if you can't always see it. 

2) If you want to be a creative for the long-haul, you have to create. 

Even when the numbers fluctuate. 

Even when it feels like you're speaking into a void.

Even when all the mud you're throwing at the wall just isn't sticking. 

Because you never know who will end up reading and passing your creations on to the next person who needs them. 

*shared with consent

#freelancewriter #creativeentrepreneur #launchcopywriter #freelancingfemales #coursecreator #creativehobby #smallbusinessowner #entreprenuership #creatives #writersofig #onwriting #contentcreator
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The truth about impact 💥 My first step to writing for the internet (and eventually starting this business) was starting my blog in 2018. It felt very "ew cringe" at the time. But every week, I'd write personal essays about alll the feelings and wanting to be a Creative. The whole time, it felt like I was writing into a void with no one reading and no one taking me seriously. (And some weeks, I'd even let the self-doubt and lack of "views" stop me from publishing anything.) But I continued writing and building my body of work. Eventually, my first blog post landed me my first client... And sparked a chain of events that led to me starting my copywriting business full-time in 2020. Sharing this because when we first start creating or pivoting into something new... And it feels like we're gaining no views. No comments. No validation. And even losing parts of an existing audience... It's tempting to believe that what we're creating doesn't matter and we should give up. But earlier this year, I got an email from someone who stumbled on an old blog post then binge-read the rest. (Swipe to see*). The posts that I believed were reaching "no one" were actually finding their way to the screens of the people who needed to read them the most. If I'd let the self-doubt (and imaginary nay-sayers) stop me, I wouldn't have the business I have today. More importantly, my words would never have found their way to the people it was supposed to. I've said it before and I'll say it again (mostly to remind myself): 1) Your creations have impact - even if you can't always see it. 2) If you want to be a creative for the long-haul, you have to create. Even when the numbers fluctuate. Even when it feels like you're speaking into a void. Even when all the mud you're throwing at the wall just isn't sticking. Because you never know who will end up reading and passing your creations on to the next person who needs them. *shared with consent #freelancewriter #creativeentrepreneur #launchcopywriter #freelancingfemales #coursecreator #creativehobby #smallbusinessowner #entreprenuership #creatives #writersofig #onwriting #contentcreator
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While it looks like I've got my snorkelling sh*t together -- not pictured is the literal sink-or-swim situation I found myself in 10 mins beforehand. 

On our first snorkelling stop - I found myself battered by the choppy waves, choking on mouthfuls of salt water, and forcing my cramping arms to paddle like my life depended on it (because it did).

And I was ready to retreat to the safety of our hotel’s paddle pool. 

But afterward, we went to a more serene snorkelling spot where the fish practically pose for selfies with you.

There, I could rest. I had time to appreciate the coral and remember why I loved snorkelling so much. And I could even practice my duck dives!

This wild snorkelling adventure got me thinking about what it's really like to be a business owner. 

I've spent the majority of my self-employed era diving into more sink-or-swim situations than I can count. 

From my first project, to my first launch, all the way to trying to find the right contractors to hire —

I've had to dive head-first outta my comfort zone and into the deep-end, and then paddle vigorously to stay afloat.

And I bet you have, too. 

Most of the time, it can feel like the tide is working against us. 

And when there’s no immediate lifeboat in sight, it can be tempting to throw up our arms and give up.

But while getting out of our comfort zones is crucial for becoming a better business owner (after all, smooth seas don’t make skilled sailors) —

I’m realising it’s ok to slink back to calmer waters every so often. To rest. To find the joy and remember what we love about business and why we got into it in the first place.

So if you’ve been battling rough seas where it feels like the tide is always against you — don’t abandon ship just yet. Take it as a sign to drop anchor for a while, float on serene waters, an
and rediscover why you started in the first place.

Remember, every ebb has its flow.
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#freelancewriter #creativecopywriter #launchcopy #digitalproductlaunch #coursecreators #creativeentrepreneur #launchcopywriter #bali #snorkelling #onlinebusinessowner #businessadvice #freelancingadvice
While it looks like I've got my snorkelling sh*t together -- not pictured is the literal sink-or-swim situation I found myself in 10 mins beforehand. 

On our first snorkelling stop - I found myself battered by the choppy waves, choking on mouthfuls of salt water, and forcing my cramping arms to paddle like my life depended on it (because it did).

And I was ready to retreat to the safety of our hotel’s paddle pool. 

But afterward, we went to a more serene snorkelling spot where the fish practically pose for selfies with you.

There, I could rest. I had time to appreciate the coral and remember why I loved snorkelling so much. And I could even practice my duck dives!

This wild snorkelling adventure got me thinking about what it's really like to be a business owner. 

I've spent the majority of my self-employed era diving into more sink-or-swim situations than I can count. 

From my first project, to my first launch, all the way to trying to find the right contractors to hire —

I've had to dive head-first outta my comfort zone and into the deep-end, and then paddle vigorously to stay afloat.

And I bet you have, too. 

Most of the time, it can feel like the tide is working against us. 

And when there’s no immediate lifeboat in sight, it can be tempting to throw up our arms and give up.

But while getting out of our comfort zones is crucial for becoming a better business owner (after all, smooth seas don’t make skilled sailors) —

I’m realising it’s ok to slink back to calmer waters every so often. To rest. To find the joy and remember what we love about business and why we got into it in the first place.

So if you’ve been battling rough seas where it feels like the tide is always against you — don’t abandon ship just yet. Take it as a sign to drop anchor for a while, float on serene waters, an
and rediscover why you started in the first place.

Remember, every ebb has its flow.
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#freelancewriter #creativecopywriter #launchcopy #digitalproductlaunch #coursecreators #creativeentrepreneur #launchcopywriter #bali #snorkelling #onlinebusinessowner #businessadvice #freelancingadvice
While it looks like I've got my snorkelling sh*t together -- not pictured is the literal sink-or-swim situation I found myself in 10 mins beforehand. 

On our first snorkelling stop - I found myself battered by the choppy waves, choking on mouthfuls of salt water, and forcing my cramping arms to paddle like my life depended on it (because it did).

And I was ready to retreat to the safety of our hotel’s paddle pool. 

But afterward, we went to a more serene snorkelling spot where the fish practically pose for selfies with you.

There, I could rest. I had time to appreciate the coral and remember why I loved snorkelling so much. And I could even practice my duck dives!

This wild snorkelling adventure got me thinking about what it's really like to be a business owner. 

I've spent the majority of my self-employed era diving into more sink-or-swim situations than I can count. 

From my first project, to my first launch, all the way to trying to find the right contractors to hire —

I've had to dive head-first outta my comfort zone and into the deep-end, and then paddle vigorously to stay afloat.

And I bet you have, too. 

Most of the time, it can feel like the tide is working against us. 

And when there’s no immediate lifeboat in sight, it can be tempting to throw up our arms and give up.

But while getting out of our comfort zones is crucial for becoming a better business owner (after all, smooth seas don’t make skilled sailors) —

I’m realising it’s ok to slink back to calmer waters every so often. To rest. To find the joy and remember what we love about business and why we got into it in the first place.

So if you’ve been battling rough seas where it feels like the tide is always against you — don’t abandon ship just yet. Take it as a sign to drop anchor for a while, float on serene waters, an
and rediscover why you started in the first place.

Remember, every ebb has its flow.
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#freelancewriter #creativecopywriter #launchcopy #digitalproductlaunch #coursecreators #creativeentrepreneur #launchcopywriter #bali #snorkelling #onlinebusinessowner #businessadvice #freelancingadvice
While it looks like I've got my snorkelling sh*t together -- not pictured is the literal sink-or-swim situation I found myself in 10 mins beforehand. On our first snorkelling stop - I found myself battered by the choppy waves, choking on mouthfuls of salt water, and forcing my cramping arms to paddle like my life depended on it (because it did). And I was ready to retreat to the safety of our hotel’s paddle pool.  But afterward, we went to a more serene snorkelling spot where the fish practically pose for selfies with you. There, I could rest. I had time to appreciate the coral and remember why I loved snorkelling so much. And I could even practice my duck dives! This wild snorkelling adventure got me thinking about what it's really like to be a business owner. I've spent the majority of my self-employed era diving into more sink-or-swim situations than I can count. From my first project, to my first launch, all the way to trying to find the right contractors to hire — I've had to dive head-first outta my comfort zone and into the deep-end, and then paddle vigorously to stay afloat. And I bet you have, too. Most of the time, it can feel like the tide is working against us. And when there’s no immediate lifeboat in sight, it can be tempting to throw up our arms and give up. But while getting out of our comfort zones is crucial for becoming a better business owner (after all, smooth seas don’t make skilled sailors) — I’m realising it’s ok to slink back to calmer waters every so often. To rest. To find the joy and remember what we love about business and why we got into it in the first place. So if you’ve been battling rough seas where it feels like the tide is always against you — don’t abandon ship just yet. Take it as a sign to drop anchor for a while, float on serene waters, an and rediscover why you started in the first place. Remember, every ebb has its flow. . . . . . . #freelancewriter #creativecopywriter #launchcopy #digitalproductlaunch #coursecreators #creativeentrepreneur #launchcopywriter #bali #snorkelling #onlinebusinessowner #businessadvice #freelancingadvice
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While it looks like I've got my snorkelling sh*t together -- not pictured is the literal sink-or-swim situation I found myself in 10 mins beforehand. On our first snorkelling stop - I found myself battered by the choppy waves, choking on mouthfuls of salt water, and forcing my cramping arms to paddle like my life depended on it (because it did). And I was ready to retreat to the safety of our hotel’s paddle pool.  But afterward, we went to a more serene snorkelling spot where the fish practically pose for selfies with you. There, I could rest. I had time to appreciate the coral and remember why I loved snorkelling so much. And I could even practice my duck dives! This wild snorkelling adventure got me thinking about what it's really like to be a business owner. I've spent the majority of my self-employed era diving into more sink-or-swim situations than I can count. From my first project, to my first launch, all the way to trying to find the right contractors to hire — I've had to dive head-first outta my comfort zone and into the deep-end, and then paddle vigorously to stay afloat. And I bet you have, too. Most of the time, it can feel like the tide is working against us. And when there’s no immediate lifeboat in sight, it can be tempting to throw up our arms and give up. But while getting out of our comfort zones is crucial for becoming a better business owner (after all, smooth seas don’t make skilled sailors) — I’m realising it’s ok to slink back to calmer waters every so often. To rest. To find the joy and remember what we love about business and why we got into it in the first place. So if you’ve been battling rough seas where it feels like the tide is always against you — don’t abandon ship just yet. Take it as a sign to drop anchor for a while, float on serene waters, an and rediscover why you started in the first place. Remember, every ebb has its flow. . . . . . . #freelancewriter #creativecopywriter #launchcopy #digitalproductlaunch #coursecreators #creativeentrepreneur #launchcopywriter #bali #snorkelling #onlinebusinessowner #businessadvice #freelancingadvice
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Celebrating 6 months of married life with my partner in crime ❤ When people ask me what married life is like, I say:

 "It feels both utterly surreal and completely normal all at the same time."

 Surreal because I'm amazed at all the events that led us here. And normal because it feels like Ben has always been by my side. 

The past 6 months have been filled with new discoveries about each other's quirks. Escaping on many holidays. Binge watching tv shows in one night. Arguments over dishes, laundry, and who hogs the blanket the most. (PS. Our solution is to have 2 blankets). 

And while it's only a teeny, tiny toe dip into the pond of married life -- I can't wait to experience more surreal and normal moments life throws at us.
Celebrating 6 months of married life with my partner in crime ❤ When people ask me what married life is like, I say:

 "It feels both utterly surreal and completely normal all at the same time."

 Surreal because I'm amazed at all the events that led us here. And normal because it feels like Ben has always been by my side. 

The past 6 months have been filled with new discoveries about each other's quirks. Escaping on many holidays. Binge watching tv shows in one night. Arguments over dishes, laundry, and who hogs the blanket the most. (PS. Our solution is to have 2 blankets). 

And while it's only a teeny, tiny toe dip into the pond of married life -- I can't wait to experience more surreal and normal moments life throws at us.
Celebrating 6 months of married life with my partner in crime ❤ When people ask me what married life is like, I say:

 "It feels both utterly surreal and completely normal all at the same time."

 Surreal because I'm amazed at all the events that led us here. And normal because it feels like Ben has always been by my side. 

The past 6 months have been filled with new discoveries about each other's quirks. Escaping on many holidays. Binge watching tv shows in one night. Arguments over dishes, laundry, and who hogs the blanket the most. (PS. Our solution is to have 2 blankets). 

And while it's only a teeny, tiny toe dip into the pond of married life -- I can't wait to experience more surreal and normal moments life throws at us.
Celebrating 6 months of married life with my partner in crime ❤ When people ask me what married life is like, I say:

 "It feels both utterly surreal and completely normal all at the same time."

 Surreal because I'm amazed at all the events that led us here. And normal because it feels like Ben has always been by my side. 

The past 6 months have been filled with new discoveries about each other's quirks. Escaping on many holidays. Binge watching tv shows in one night. Arguments over dishes, laundry, and who hogs the blanket the most. (PS. Our solution is to have 2 blankets). 

And while it's only a teeny, tiny toe dip into the pond of married life -- I can't wait to experience more surreal and normal moments life throws at us.
Celebrating 6 months of married life with my partner in crime ❤ When people ask me what married life is like, I say:

 "It feels both utterly surreal and completely normal all at the same time."

 Surreal because I'm amazed at all the events that led us here. And normal because it feels like Ben has always been by my side. 

The past 6 months have been filled with new discoveries about each other's quirks. Escaping on many holidays. Binge watching tv shows in one night. Arguments over dishes, laundry, and who hogs the blanket the most. (PS. Our solution is to have 2 blankets). 

And while it's only a teeny, tiny toe dip into the pond of married life -- I can't wait to experience more surreal and normal moments life throws at us.
Celebrating 6 months of married life with my partner in crime ❤ When people ask me what married life is like, I say:

 "It feels both utterly surreal and completely normal all at the same time."

 Surreal because I'm amazed at all the events that led us here. And normal because it feels like Ben has always been by my side. 

The past 6 months have been filled with new discoveries about each other's quirks. Escaping on many holidays. Binge watching tv shows in one night. Arguments over dishes, laundry, and who hogs the blanket the most. (PS. Our solution is to have 2 blankets). 

And while it's only a teeny, tiny toe dip into the pond of married life -- I can't wait to experience more surreal and normal moments life throws at us.
Celebrating 6 months of married life with my partner in crime ❤ When people ask me what married life is like, I say:

 "It feels both utterly surreal and completely normal all at the same time."

 Surreal because I'm amazed at all the events that led us here. And normal because it feels like Ben has always been by my side. 

The past 6 months have been filled with new discoveries about each other's quirks. Escaping on many holidays. Binge watching tv shows in one night. Arguments over dishes, laundry, and who hogs the blanket the most. (PS. Our solution is to have 2 blankets). 

And while it's only a teeny, tiny toe dip into the pond of married life -- I can't wait to experience more surreal and normal moments life throws at us.
Celebrating 6 months of married life with my partner in crime ❤ When people ask me what married life is like, I say:

 "It feels both utterly surreal and completely normal all at the same time."

 Surreal because I'm amazed at all the events that led us here. And normal because it feels like Ben has always been by my side. 

The past 6 months have been filled with new discoveries about each other's quirks. Escaping on many holidays. Binge watching tv shows in one night. Arguments over dishes, laundry, and who hogs the blanket the most. (PS. Our solution is to have 2 blankets). 

And while it's only a teeny, tiny toe dip into the pond of married life -- I can't wait to experience more surreal and normal moments life throws at us.
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Celebrating 6 months of married life with my partner in crime ❤ When people ask me what married life is like, I say: "It feels both utterly surreal and completely normal all at the same time." Surreal because I'm amazed at all the events that led us here. And normal because it feels like Ben has always been by my side. The past 6 months have been filled with new discoveries about each other's quirks. Escaping on many holidays. Binge watching tv shows in one night. Arguments over dishes, laundry, and who hogs the blanket the most. (PS. Our solution is to have 2 blankets). And while it's only a teeny, tiny toe dip into the pond of married life -- I can't wait to experience more surreal and normal moments life throws at us.
2 months ago
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Bliss in Bali 🐠🌴 Spent a surreal week chasing waterfalls, visiting countless infinity pools, and making every hour happy hour.
Bliss in Bali 🐠🌴 Spent a surreal week chasing waterfalls, visiting countless infinity pools, and making every hour happy hour.
Bliss in Bali 🐠🌴 Spent a surreal week chasing waterfalls, visiting countless infinity pools, and making every hour happy hour.
Bliss in Bali 🐠🌴 Spent a surreal week chasing waterfalls, visiting countless infinity pools, and making every hour happy hour.
Bliss in Bali 🐠🌴 Spent a surreal week chasing waterfalls, visiting countless infinity pools, and making every hour happy hour.
Bliss in Bali 🐠🌴 Spent a surreal week chasing waterfalls, visiting countless infinity pools, and making every hour happy hour.
Bliss in Bali 🐠🌴 Spent a surreal week chasing waterfalls, visiting countless infinity pools, and making every hour happy hour.
Bliss in Bali 🐠🌴 Spent a surreal week chasing waterfalls, visiting countless infinity pools, and making every hour happy hour.
Bliss in Bali 🐠🌴 Spent a surreal week chasing waterfalls, visiting countless infinity pools, and making every hour happy hour.
Bliss in Bali 🐠🌴 Spent a surreal week chasing waterfalls, visiting countless infinity pools, and making every hour happy hour.
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Bliss in Bali 🐠🌴 Spent a surreal week chasing waterfalls, visiting countless infinity pools, and making every hour happy hour.
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