#allinmyfeelings

[herwildestdreams594]

Late night sketching

[ithappensblog]

dream vs. reality

I have always loved giving gifts to people. I guess it's in my nature. There is something so satisfying about finding or creating the perfect item that matches someone’s personality, interests, or needs. That’s why I decided to open up my own gift shop, Little Pepper Gift Co., where I could sell crafts, personalized accessories, made by other Canadian makers. I don't have much patience for creating products myself, so I decided that supporting other small businesses by opening a small shop carrying products I loved (and knew other people would, too!) would be a great way to accomplish this. I was so excited to launch my shop online and share it with the world. I had a vision of being an overnight success, or at least a steady source of income and joy. I thought I had what it takes to run a successful business, just like my husband, who owns Labrosse Consulting, a thriving survey equipment supplier combined with Civil Engineering Technology consulting. Something he was passionate about and good at. I thought people would love my products and appreciate the care and creativity that went into them. But reality soon hit me hard. Running a gift shop is not as easy as it seems. It takes a lot of time and effort to create, market, and ship the products. It takes a lot of work to set up shop at craft shows, if you're lucky enough to score a spot. It also takes a lot of patience and resilience to deal with the competition, the customer feedback, and the sales fluctuations. Mostly, it takes a toll on your mental and physical health, especially if you struggle like I do. I started to feel disappointed and discouraged when I saw my friends and family buying similar items from big chain stores instead of supporting my shop. I felt like they didn’t value my work or understand how much it meant to me. I felt like they were choosing convenience over quality and connection. I also started to feel like shit when I went days or weeks without a sale. I felt like no one wanted what I had to offer. I felt like I was wasting my time and energy on something that nobody cared about. I felt like a failure, with another business adventure that didn’t pan out because of my bright ADHD ideas.

I started to lose motivation and interest in my shop. I stopped pursuing new products, updating my website, and posting on social media. I stopped checking my email and responding to inquiries. I stopped caring about my shop and myself. But then I realized something. I realized that I was not alone in this journey. There are many other small business owners out there who face the same challenges and frustrations as me. There are also many customers out there who appreciate and support small businesses like mine. There are also many resources and communities out there that can help me grow and improve my shop. I realized that I still have a passion and a purpose for my shop. I still have a dream and a vision for my shop. And I still have a chance and an opportunity to make it happen.

Now I'm fighting with the idea of selling off the business to some other eager entrepreneur. Or do I stop feeling so fucking sorry for myself, pick back up and not give up on my shop or myself? I know success isn't created overnight. I'd love to rekindle my excitement and determination for my shop. I decided to do something that I love and share it with the world. And you know what? It felt good at first. But here I sit, stuck between a rock and a hard place. My family poured so many hours and so much money into this endeavor that I don't want to let them down and have them feel like this was another stupid idea. Because, when I have the next idea (we all know I will), I don't want them to think that supporting me is a bad idea. That's why I didn't tell anyone about writing these blog entries... I can do without the comments about mistakes I've made in the past.

[bassitus]

I can feel the emotional damage from here LETS FREAKING DO THIS #bookworm #emotionaldamage #kingdomofash #emotionalrollercoaster #bookwormstruggles #allinmyfeels https://www.instagram.com/p/CkzRjs7rfL5/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

[lmjupdates]

laurenjauregui: THIS MUST BE SOME PAST LIFE SHIT #AllinMyFeelings #InBetween this is still my favorite today

[uranus68]

One last set @fkatwigs @foxoakland #allinmyfeelings #thefoxtheatreoakland #fkatwigs (at Fox Theater - Oakland) https://www.instagram.com/p/B4koMOPgCT5/?igshid=1k68rwtc4hhy6

[chevygirl-1992]

[ketoatyagirl]

My son. How I hope you learn that mountains will never move for you, but you can move over them. How the sky is not the limit but limitless. How your fears are nothing compared to your aspirations. I hope you know dreams can come true. But sometimes they can shift into nightmares. I want to teach you that love is a very bittersweet fruit, and how in any relationship from me to whomever that you have must be built with communication. I pray that you find a faith that you believe in. That none will ever be pushed onto you. I want you to know I love you and I will always be here for you. My son <3 #allinmyfeelings #mommasboy (at Villages at Avalon, Spring Hill) https://www.instagram.com/p/B3hrBcxgZ_7/?igshid=1rlux9xql5i7v

[agnesbaddoo]

the morning after the weekend that was the 10th Anniversary @echoparkcraftfair #lovefest!🙌🏾 My people: That was H O T!🔥 THANK YOU @beatricevalenzuela @rachelcraventextiles team #echoparkcraftfair for putting together the most glorious, chart-topping vibical community event! THANK YOU to everyone who attended, enjoyed and supported our efforts.❤️ #stillhigh #allinmyfeelings #thankful #grateful #heartical #community #agnesbaddoo #echoparkcraftfair #echoparkcraftfaircommunity (at Mack Sennett Studios) https://www.instagram.com/p/BxaSi7vAjJ0/?igshid=1cq9f47437rax

[palomalapaz]

Change is a powerful thing, people are powerful beings #lanadelrey #lustforlife #allinmyfeelings #girlslikeus❤

[jillerina]

I have a lot of feelings about Mickey keeping this picture of Ian hidden and looking at it whenever he misses him. I like to think Mickey still has this picture and it's just worn from constantly touching it with his fingers.

[artofantonio]

Sometimes the fear of failure can make you feel so immobilized. #allthefeels #allinmyfeelings #drawing #sketch #art #expression #deepthoughts #emotions #artlife #antonioclarkart

[beautifullybroken88-blog1]

IDFK

I'm having a fuck it, I don't give a shit type of day. But then again it's a "how did I get here" type of day as well...

[daonlykritta]

Every single #song reminds me of *him* #allinmyfeelings

[thesemellowaddictions]

I don’t know where to start. As I’m sitting in my boyfriend’s bedroom. So many thoughts rush my head, as a society. We are taught to laugh at our pain & suppress our deep emotions. I’ve literally been at practice with that for 28 years. I learned early in life to not seek approval of others especially my mother. She has been the antagonist of my life story since I could remember. From the verbal abuse to putting me down in front of family. I have tried the last couple of years to mend the feelings she has placed in me. I have forgiven her but I really don’t even feel comfortable to even share life events with her.

She’s never supported me in my creative pursuits. It took me 7 years to FINALLY pursue a career in music. I always felt trapped in my own mind making sure I did what was expected of me. I wasted 7 years trying to fit the mold of “Making It In Life”. It wasn’t until 2018, I decided I had to live for me & do what pleases me.

I just can’t help but sit here and really plan the rest of my life out. I have been working my ass off so I can save money, buy a car, potentially move out. I have never grinded as hard as I am to prove the one person who gave me life wrong. I finally got shit right! I am kicking ass in school, I’m reaching goals at work, I’m in the best relationship I could ever as for. I know currently I’ve been in my baby ass feelings. I’m taking this current time to really take opportunity & run with it.

[officialalbsure]

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[crystalklearuniverse]

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How my divine feminine feels when I get creative n about to make some music #Repost @master_kingmalik ・・・ 👑🚨😂 My sis just bodied this for real 🔥😩 @iamdanileigh #inmyfeelings #dotheshiggy #InMyFeelingsChallenge @appsmobiletax #appsmobiletax #kekedoyoulovemechallenge #kekedoyouloveme #shiggychallenge #shiggychallenge #shiggydance #drakechallenge #allinmyfeelings #kikidoyouloveme #kekedoyoulovemechallenge #shiggychallenge #dotheshiggy #drake #inmyfeelingschallenge #shiggy #wshh #worldstar #kikichallenge #explore #dancechallenge #kekedoyouloveme #keke #chasingdallas #chasingatlanta #gstatusatlhustle #elitesocialclub #shiggydancechallenge #dancechallenge #dancechallenges https://www.instagram.com/p/BnfHWmvHLRq/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=r391k1qgdmgz