June has been a hectic month for me both physically and mentally. There was SO much going on every single day that the few days that I did have some free time – I just stayed in bed ALL day. Since I take my blogging family along on all my journeys…here’s a June recap..
FAMILY FRONT
- My grandfather was diagnosed with cancer in April. He has been undergoing radiation therapy over the past 2 months. Given his age – treating his ailment has had some complications. But here is hoping the therapy works. Please send good and healing wishes for him.
- My sister and brother-in-law have been visiting and as much as I love them, I hate when the house is soooo crowded. (yes, I am mean) No one really comes to my room but I still find it suffocating. (yes, I am weird) I don’t like running into people on my way to the kitchen or anyone else being in the kitchen when I’m cooking. (I know I’m very very weird) It is totally a ME problem. (I know my sister is reading this – I loveee you)
- My little-est brother graduated. He’s studying in Canada and we couldn’t make it for his graduation. But so proud of my baby brother.
WORK FRONT
- As I had mentioned, I hired my first full-time employee. Funnily, instead of helping me, having her around stresses me out even more. I want to be a good boss but how do you toe the line between a good manager and a push over manager? I’ve tried to be accommodating but I’m starting to get the feeling that I may be becoming a pushover. Give me advice, please.
- My brand was a part of our first big festival but it was overall a dud. Most people wanted to buy cheap/knock-off products instead of good quality sustainable ones. The stall next to ours was selling knock-off jewelry from Thailand that people were ready to spend a lot on but were calling our similarly priced, hand-made, sustainable bags expensive. Argh. But my cutest family and sweetest friends showed up to support me and cheer me on and that felt so good.
- I attended my first event as an entrepreneur and got to network with other women entrepreneurs as well. Was a lot for my social anxiety but still fun.
- I have some exciting work lined up for the next 10 days but it is making me very nervous.
FRIEND FRONT
- My first close friend had a baby and I’m so excited to be an aunt! She had a baby girl which is even more exciting since we get to shape future feminists.
ROMANTIC FRONT
- I already wrote a post on the one guy I met this month. He was the first guy I met in 3-4 months and that date just confirmed that my hiatus from dating is justified.
PERSONAL FRONT
- I went to a new therapist for my anxiety but couldn’t bring myself to keep going to her. If I feel anxious about seeing my therapist, she’s probably not helping me? Why is it so difficult to find a good therapist?
- I went for 10Kms walks with a friend and they were really fun. We picked a monument and just started walking towards it.
- I haven’t cycled in the last two weeks because of work and other stuff that left me physically drained. But my target is to cycle 25 days in July.
BLOGGING FRONT
- I’ve been feeling so much FOMO cause I haven’t been the most active these last few weeks. I am going to spend all my free time over the next week catching up on blogs.
- I haven’t done a collaboration or guest posts in a while now. Let me know if anyone is looking to collaborate or wants to guest post or is accepting guest posts.
- A lot of my posts this month were written in a hurry and I hate that they weren’t my best work yet. I want to write better posts in July.
How was your June? What were some of your monthly highlights? What are you looking forward to in July?
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Happy Panda 
By the sounds of it, you’re super busy! I’m juggling a lot too, and also on a (totally justified) dating hiatus. I’m so excited for you and your business, it looks like it’s making some headway.
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Wow, that’s a lot to process and deal with, no wonder you’re exhausted! Time seems to keep getting faster lately, find time for yourself to let go. I’d never worked in retail before so when I’m at the market I don’t try so much to sell my stuff, I just chat with tourists and take an interest in them and have a laugh – and with the stallholders around me. It’s good for me because I’ve always been pretty introverted. It takes the pressure off, I seem to sell more without trying as it’s up to them what they will buy and I no longer take it personally if they don’t buy. Also … here’s my secret … I wear my lucky Hawaiian shirt – even in winter when the weather is crap. That way, you look happy and approachable to the punters, even if your not 😉
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What a busy month! I love that your an entrepreneur. So inspiring and motivating! Sounds like your business is going the right direction!
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Wow, Moksha! You have a lot going on and I’m impressed you’re still also writing and posting interesting content too. Impressive! I am with you on the stress of house guests — and other people in general. I love your photos, and you look gorgeous! Kudos on your business. It takes time, so please don’t get discouraged 💜
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Oh wow busy month! I stayed in an AirBnB with my family back in May and while there was plenty of space there also wasn’t enough so I get it. I’m sure you’re sister does too.
I have to find a new therapist soon and that does make me anxious… I wish you luck on your venture to find the right fit! Sometimes it feels like finding the right therapist is as bad as dating lol
I’m looking forward to hopefully defending in July. But then again I said that in June -_-
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June has been very hectic for you.
I hope your grandfather feel better soon.
You are not bad person for seeking some personal space.
I am happy about your younger brother, I think I’ve seen his pic on your Instagram story. Best wishes to him.
I’m very glad about your stall, you work really hard and I wish you a beautiful future. I don’t know how you will fix your assistant situation.
I hope you find a good therapist soon. Good luck with that.
It’s okay that you weren’t able to cycle for 2 weeks. Now, tell you subconscious mind that you will cycle daily every day in july and you will somehow find time.
Wishing you a great month ahead happy panda.
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A hectic month for sure. I wouldn’t beat yourself too much about learning the ropes in your new role as manager. Like anything new, I think you should give yourself a grace period as you navigate the change of having an employee. The bosses I worked for that I liked the most were not micromanagers, laid out clear expectations, and who valued my input. Ultimately, it’s your business, and you have to do what works best for you.
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Having family over, no matter how much you love them is really draining and definitely takes up some energy because you also have to change your routines a bit! I am so sorry to hear about your grandfather and send you lots of love and encouragement for this tough time. My dad also went through radiotherapy and it was exhausting for him but it worked, so I hope it works just as well for your grandpa!
Congrats for your first big festival with your brand!! Even just being “out there” is already a huge step and great for visibility, you’ll see that slowly things will get better! 😊
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Hey,
I am very familiar with social anxiety – it is in my family and I can well. And I can well understand that you would feel overwhelmed and need solitude to rechargeable that is totally okay. But you are a boss with a business. That is so great. Very well done.
My suggestion to handle your employee: make a plan and list all the tasks she has to do each day. That might keep her busy and out of your hair?
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I definitely need some time to recharge after all the social interaction I’ve had in the past month.
I actually gave her an excel with deadlines as soon as she joined but it seems to me like she’s waiting for me to tell her to keep doing the next task. But I finally had a word with her on Friday and told her that she needs to start taking initiative. She said she will – so here’s hoping. 🤞
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Great! Well done. She might thrive on the structure you have given her. What kinds of tasks are you getting her to do?
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And Moksha! Happy to accept a guest post from you on my blog!
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Oooh thank you. I’ll drop you a mail with some topic ideas. ☺️
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Sounds like u have SO much going on but all mostly good. First, I’m sending healing vibes to your grandfather 🥲 hoping he stays strong! Second I don’t think it’s weird that you don’t love having a ton of people in the house. Maybe for a weekend but longer than that and it’s hard to feel peace! PS do you know your Myers- Briggs personality? Of course you’re an I for introvert but I wonder about the rest. Keep on trucking sister, and here’s hoping July kicks ass!!! xo
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Thank you so much. Here’s hoping he makes a full recovery.🤞
INTJ – The Architect type. What about you?
Have an amazing July you ❤️
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Ok I have to research that one I’m ENFJ I have a post coming out that mentions it on Tuesday
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Sorry to hear you couldn’t go to your brother’s graduation. Sending lots of healing love to your grandfather. I agree with you that if a therapist if making you more anxious, it’s not working. I have had therapists who haven’t worked, and I felt the same way. With your employee, is she able to work independently, or is she depending on you too much for help? I would say if it’s the latter, ask her what exactly is she finding challenging about the job and go from there. I know last year I was going to do a guest post for you and I actually forgot about it until now. It won’t be happening this month though because of my Dad moving here to Canada. Hang in there!
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Thank you so much. ❤️
I had a word with her yesterday. I’ve given her an excel with work and timelines and explained to her that she needs to do these without expecting me to nag her. She said she will. Here’s hoping it goes better from Monday.
How is your dad’s move coming along???
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Good, hopefully that will work. Dad still hasn’t left yet. Things keep coming up with the house. Now, Dad is saying that he might be leaving in mid-July, but nothing is definite yet. He also gave away our cat a few days ago, so it’s been sad
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Don’t be too hard on yourself! You’ve done so well to manage all of these things and they are a lot. Wishing your grandfather recovery and more strength for your family. Also, just communicate with your employee with respect and honesty, always focused on solutions and not on the person. Hope it helps!
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Wow you most definitely had a busy June. I truly hope your grandfather recovers quickly.
It’s great that you did some more stuff business related and my advice with your employee dilemma would be to not treat her as a friend but as a colleague. Of course, be friendly but remember you have the last say as her boss.
Sorry to hear it didn’t work out with your therapist but it does take a while to get one that works for you. I started therapy again and love my new therapist but it took me 5 that weren’t right for me to get to the one that works for me. Don’t lose hope- you’ll fine one that is perfect for you soon!
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About being a boss, as far as I know, that is a skill that develops over time. However, maybe writing down (in private) what is bothering you can help reframe the problem and find good solutions. Hope everything works out.
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That’s true and that’s great advice. Thank you ❤️
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I feel you on the exhaustion….. Everything (even the things that used to bring joy) seems to be an added task these days.. So sorry to hear that your grandfather was diagnosed with cancer… that must be difficult for you and your family, I can’t really imagine… sending you thoughts!
Love hearing that you’re doing well with your business and there are always kinks to work out with a new hire – I think you will be able to navigate that in no time! 🙂
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Thank you. ❤️
I really want to hire more people this year but my social anxiety is 😭
I really want to be excited about things that are happening but I’m just so so tired. Mental exhaustion is real! How is work going for you?
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