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I ended up not creating goals for H2 2022 ….
Anyway, today is 1st January 2023. Before creating my 2023 goals, I wanted to go through the lows and highs of 2022:
HIGHS
- seeing May KAOI visualize our vision for PINPOINT brand and packaging was really cool
- found a new author who I really enjoy reading for fiction (Taylor Jenkins Reid!)
- i was really happy during my sasin graduation day in April and again in October to just take photos. Its always a good time with my sasin friends and as time passes by, the more grateful i feel towards grandpa for supporting me and pushed me to go to sasin. Of course, i’ve always felt super lucky and blessed to have my sasin friends … but the feeling just increased recently for some reason haha
- May was such a good month. Mine, Erika and May’s join birthday dinner at Gigi’s was so nice, it felt great to see everyone and the strawberry cake from Brooklyn Baker was divine!
- i got to see mrs.brinn before she moved to jordan … it was good to see her and it feels kinda weird that she left thailand … i guess some people really do enter our lives for specific seasons, not forever
- when nont was away on exchange, mum and i barely fought … it was a good opportunity to spend some more time with each other and i really enjoyed our girl time together
- London trip!!! It felt exhilarating to travel again … my heart was so full! We had a really tight schedule and i felt like i was gasping for air every day, but i wouldnt have changed a thing…. I was sooooo happy to get to see Annie and Mikee again! And of course, Harriet and Proud! And of course, travelling with mum was fun and seeing nont and his accommodation and stuff was a kinda proud moment
- Just discovered that Homework’s spinach cheese pie is really one of my faves!
- i actually feel sooooo lucky that all my managers and Nestle have been kind, sweet people who I click with … I’m so grateful to have met P’Som, P’Tung and P’Lek!
- James’ party in October was the first time I went on a night out in a super long time … maybe even the first in 2022? Not sure lol but it was fun and it was a high for me because it reminded me how fun it was to go out and meet new people … the memories from these kind of nights are irreplaceable, truly
- christmas lunch at Sweet Pista was delicious! Really been craving for the anchovy fries
- NYE dinner at Via Emilia was really good … def one of our new faves as a family i think!
NOT SO HIGHS
- the top of this list is probably my health …. Since the beginning of the year, for the first time ever I had knee, ankle and foot problems … its such a hassle because it really hurts after I walk a lot, and i hate to be the debbie downer of the family. My acid reflux hasn’t also been great, its still a WIP … and my TMJ disorder got worst towards the end of the year …
- as mentioned in the previous post, i think i struggled the most mentally and emotionally in the first 4 months of 2022 … after that, it got better because ived tried to accept my work situation more, but i think it’d be a bit of a stretch to say i felt amazing … which is fine, it can be a work in progress, at least i felt a bit better
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2022 H1 Reflection
Today is 17th July 2022.
This is the first time in a few years where I haven’t set any New Year’s Resolutions … this is because I was feeling pretty down during the first 3-4 months of the year. It’s hard to explain but I just felt really low and frustrated, and at one point I wondered if I was depressed … Looking back, I don’t think I was, but it was a new kind of low that I’ve never experienced before, and I think these are the reasons why:
- Covid situation not getting better, so I felt really claustrophobic because I felt that I couldn’t really see the light at the end of the tunnel. 2020 was okay because everything was new and chaotic, 2021 was also okay because I understood that the world needed time to heal and recover and slowly ease back into things, BUT THEN in 2022 there were still new variants popping up and Bangkok was still semi-lockdown and I obviously had to stay cautious.
- Seeing my friends go on exchange abroad also made me feel bad about myself at times. Of course I was happy for them and glad to see them having fun, but at the same time it highlighted the contrast between my lives and theirs in terms of freedom and going out/living life Covid-free. It made me think things like: what am I doing with my life?
- My job was not fulfilling. I couldn’t help but get frustrated by the lack of work I was given. To be fair, this frustration was a gradual accumulation since August 2021 … so I guess after 5 months or so I was at peak frustration. It was hard because its not something I can directly control, and yes I’ve tried to find other ways to be productive during those free hours, but its still not the same. I felt like I was so eager and energetic to learn and do things, but I was being treated like an intern. Its even harder because everyone is so nice, and I could really see that they had a lot on their plate … I understood that assigning more work to me also requires more time and effort from them. Also, it seemed like all the other trainees were working really hard and had many things to do. So I kinda feel my impatience and annoyance was justified.
- Another reason is I think my acne patch project was going by really slowly. It’s not that me and my partner don’t want to do it, but I guess we both have other responsibilities and commitments to do in life, so its not always easy to share the same “bursts of motivation and proactiveness” to get things done. It’s really not easy to consistently show up and get shit done.
During those times, what really helped me was what I call “escapism therapy.” This was when I dove into the world of K-drama and BTS and it was really fun to be exploring something new. It all started when I read a quote somewhere that if you can overcome the 1-inch barrier, you’ll discover a whole new world. And I think its true! Getting into Korean culture has really made me reflect on many things. It’s made me realize that we have the same humor and jokes, and its made me prouder to be Asian for some reason. BTS made me laugh so much, I’m really thankful that they were able to make me smile during those times. Things like seeing BTS at the Grammy’s made me feel proud that an Asian group is there and made me question why we all put American music and Hollywood etc. on the highest pedestal. When did we all decide that only music written in English can be the best?
Jin’s words also comforted me during this time (see below) and made me come to peace with having minimal work and just try to enjoy relaxing as much as possible, even if it means spending more time watching videos, playing games or whatever, and not productive. Suga’s words also made me feel better about not having a clear dream of what I want to do or who I want to be. (see below) Sometimes I get frustrated that I don’t have a 5-year plan to focus on, cause it’d be much easier to hone my energy on a specific goal, but I’m trying to enjoy everyday life more and have small dreams like learning a new language etc . But to be honest, lately I’ve been wondering if I really don’t have a goal or am I just avoiding the process of having to sit down and think about it …
So I guess this is the end of my H1 2022 reflections and the next post will be about my H2 2022 ambitions, as I’m starting to feel better bit by bit :)
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Party Granola
dessert-inspired granola made from wholesome ingredients. a fun party of wholesome ingredients. a fun party of natural goodness. a fun party of hearty goodness. a party in your mouth. join the yummy party. a wholesome party. making breakfast fun again. making breakfast unskippable. you're invited to the part of a lifetime (for your tastebuds). Granola that makes your heart dance. Granola that makes your heart sing. Making breakfast a time to celebrate. Making breakfast a time to party.
- Peanut Butter & Jelly
- Horlicks Malty/Milky
- Nutella
- The OG
- Sticky Toffee Pudding
- Carrot Cake
- Eton Mess
- Bai Toey
- Coconut Milk
- Strawberries & Cream
- Cinnamon Roll
- Oreos & Milk / Fake Oreos
- Chocolate Chip Cookie
- Tiramisu
- Banoffee
- Banana Bread
- Matcha Latte
- Chocolate Bomb
- Thai Tea
- HK Milk Tea
- Earl Grey (London)
- Chai Tea
- Butterscotch
- Salted Caramel Biscuit
- Strawberry Cheesecake
- Butter Corn
- Cereal Milk
- Hojicha
- Mermaid (with blue spirulina powder, turns milk blue)
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2021 Goals
1. Read 15 books! Last year I read 12 books and it made me realize how much I enjoyed reading, so this year, I want to shoot for a higher number. To do this, I will try to read approximately 1 book or more per month.
2. Find a morning routine and stick to it. I want to develop good habits. It's definitely a work in progress, so to keep going, I'd like to try to do the following:
a. Don't check social media first thing in the morning.
b. Drink water.
c. Have a hot drink to help with digestion.
d. Wake up by 9am (so be in bed by 10.30pm - I never sleep right away anyway!)
3. Other good habits I want to create/try to maintain:
a. Eat less red meats. Say no to beef more often.
b. Stretch every night before bed to become more flexible. I want to be able to touch my toes!
c. Move my body more.
4. Break bad habits! This isn't easy, but I want to give it a go.
a. Scroll on social media in the bathroom
b. Buy sort-of-cheap clothes/jewellery, unless its good quality.
Created on 10 February 2021.
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2020 Reflections & Realisations
1. FOODS: I succeeded in eating less red meats in 2020. Super proud of myself for saying no to beef on a semi-regular basis! I also had less chocolate! Moreover, I did have yoghurt more often, but not as much as I would’ve liked. I’ve learned to love avocado, hence, making avocado toast my new go-to breakfast meal. I now definitely make drinking water a priority in my life too - really proud about this progress as well. I've also realised that having a nice hot drink in the morning REALLY helps with my digestion problems.
2. SELF-ACCEPTANCE: This is nothing new, but I haven’t really accepted the body I’m in because I don’t believe its the best version of myself. This thought has been constantly popping up throughout the year. Having these negative feelings discourage me from dressing up because a) I cannot wear the clothes I want to buy (literally no sizes) b) lack of confidence to express a style that I like. It has literally discouraged me from engaging in some social gatherings/activities because I didn’t feel confident enough about the way I look e.g. Banana Boat at Samui, rockclimbing, BASE class etc. At this point, I think its important to accept the fact that I am very unhappy about this body and TAKE REAL ACTION to change it. Do I really want this insecurity holding me back forever?! NO! “It would be such a shame if the best days of your life are behind you and not ahead of you.” Heard this quote at some point and its so true. Need to stop living in denial and DO SOMETHING!
3. RELATIONSHIPS: I've just recently realized that I don't treat my brother like an adult. I think sometimes I forget that at 19, he's a 'young adult' now, so its natural for him to want more independence. Thinking back to when I was a fresher, I was super excited to be moving to a new country where I could be 100 % in control of my life, really craved that sense of freedom and wanted to be taken seriously. Him having to stay home AND do online classes all the time must be tough. Also, I've just realized that I was away at uni most of the time when he was becoming a teenager (14 yrs old, Year 9 - 17 yrs old,Year 11). The jump from 14 to 17 is quite big, I think, in terms of emotional/mental development. Therefore, perhaps I didn't get the chance to develop a strong friendship with him during that transition. That's why, when I moved back to Thailand, in my head, I still felt like he was a young boy. Moving forwards, I want to put more work into building a friendship with him. This includes: asking for his advice/opinion on matters, compliment when he does someting well, nag less, be more patient, try to take things less personally (focus on the behaviour, not the person), try to find activities to do together more often e.g. watch a movie.
4. FASHION: From experimenting with IG stores and such, I've decided that it's better to invest in pieces that you really like and feel good wearing - this usually involves a higher price, but I think it's worth it. Spending money on sort-of-cheap pieces really adds up. Let's say 500 + 890 = 1390! That could've been spent on 1 high quality item. This also applies to jewellery - I tend to wear the high quality ones on a regular basis because they're classics. I really need to make sure I have a solid set of basics in my wardrobe ... which I don't, because I dont want to buy clothes (link back to Point 2)
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Parcels
A shop selling ravioli meal kits.
Refer to Lina Stores London meal kits.
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Bar Names
A bar with old music: 70s, 80s, 90s, early 2000s. With special events e.g. musical night, Disney night, Whitney Houston night, Beatles night etc.
Old Soul
Past Tense
Yesterday
Archive
History
Remember When
Music Museum
Throwback
Time Capsule
Lonely Hearts Club
Night Cafe
Evening
Young Hearts
Postcard
Lost Time
Lost in History
Groovy
The Greats
Golden Days
Before
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Brand Names
checkmate
wild card
stolen moments
white lies
poison
potions
pointblank
rhythms
touche
shakespeare
et al.
deja vu
ad astra
puzzle
mysteries
confetti club
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MIMOSA STORIES GROUP
- Mimosa Scents -
Each scent is very personal and can trigger memories of places, people & specific experiences.
Each scent tells a different story to each person.
carbon copy by mimosa stories
command c by mimosa stories
identical by mimosa stories
timestamp by mimosa stories
chronicle by mimosa stories
version by mimosa stories
minutes by mimosa stories
memory lane by mimosa stories
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Mona Lisa Poke
USP: DIY poke bowls.
Slogans:
- Poke, your way.
- Make it yours.
- Your poke. Your rules.
- Create your own poke masterpiece.
- Art-inspired poke.
- Unlock your inner artiste.
Signature Menu:
- Mona Lisa
- The Scream
- Starry Night
Packaging — round bowls. The lid will have a golden vintage frame, like for a painting. Except the art is the poke.
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rolls
cinnamon rolls (cinnamon filling + cream cheese sauce)
strawberries and cream roll (strawberry jam filling + salted vanilla sauce)
carrot roll (creamy carrot spread filling + cream cheese sauce)
nutella roll (nutella filling + hazelnut sauce)
pesto roll (pesto filing + cheese sauce)
ham n cheese roll (grated ham n cheese filling + garlic sauce)
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As many people say, January is just a trial month for the new year ... I usually dont buy into this, but 2020 is an exception! January really didnt feel like a new year this time. Today is 1st February 2020 which means 2020 has offiicially started. This is the first time not writing my NY Resolutions during the NY period i.e. 31st Dec/1st Jan etc. So, here we go.
This year is going to be a year of self-care and good health is a top priority.
1. Pamper my skin daily. At the very least, use a moisturizer at night and dont forget sunscreen in the morning. Eat less chocolate.
2. Improve my digestive system by reducing my red meat intake, especially beef. Have yoghurt regularly. Try to have my last meal by 7PM. Drink lots of water.
3. Evolve into an early bird. Try to be in bed by 10PM (sleep by 10.30PM) as a routine.
4. Nurture friendships, both BKK friends and friends abroad by finding time to meet them more and sending texts.
5. Smile more :)
Created on 1st February 2020.
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2019 REVIEW
2019 เป็นปีที่
เริ่มทำงานแบบจริงๆจังๆ ยิ้มน้อย กลับบ้านดึก สุขภาพไม่ดี ไม่ค่อยได้มีเวลาอยู่กับคนที่รัก ผิวแย่ที่สุดในชีวิต นอนน้อย มีความท้าทายเข้ามาเยอะ อ่านหนังสือน้อย มีอะไรให้คิดมากขึ้น เจอคนมากมาย ร้องไห้หลายรอบ
สรุปง่ายๆ ก็คือ เหนื่อย ไม่ได้ดูแลตัวเองและคนรอบข้างเท่าที่ใจอยาก รู้ตัวอีกทีก็สิ้นปีละ
ถามว่า 2019 มีอะไรดีไหม ก็มีแหละ เจอเพื่อนรว่มงานที่ดี หลากหลายรูปแบบ ได้ประสบการณ์ใหม่ๆ ได้ถ่ายหนัง ถ่ายแบบ ได้ดูแลครอบครัวในมุมใหม่ๆ เช่นการขับรถไปรับไปส่ง ช่วยค่าใช้จ่ายในบ้านนิดๆหน่อยๆฯ แต่ก็นะ โดยรวมแล้วรู้สึกปีนี้ท้าทายร่างกายและจิตใจมาก
ปี 2020 เป้าหมายเราคือ
เก่งกว่าเดิม สวยกว่าเดิม รวยกว่าเดิม ยิ้มให้มากกว่าเดิม it’s a new decade bitches
จบค่ะ
31st December 2019.
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Project Ideas
An easy-to-use cosmetics brand for lazy girls
A cosmetics brand using jasmine rice / thai herbs / thai flowers
A homey cafe / library
A stirring stick brand for drinking chocolate / chai latte / matcha latte / chanom
A piano bar where people a grand piano takes center stage and diners can request songs
A POS system that adds optional donations to people’s bills at restaurants to support a charitable cause (like Magic Breakfast in London)
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Name Ideas
luna - out of this world//an otherworldly place in this world//infinity and beyond//moonshine//moonshot
Sunday / heartwarming / amber /
temfa / temjai / plerd-plern / plern-jai / andao / imjai / im-em / wayla / wan-wayla / fueng-fu / la-ong-fun / la-ong-dao / primprai
biscotti //biscuit sol-fa//quasong/black keys
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2019 RESOLUTIONS
HEALTH
1. not weigh 70kg at any time of getting on the scale
2. drink more water and less sugary drinks (max. 1 per day)
3. eat less red meats, especially beef and focus more on lean ones
4. become more flexible by stretching everyday
5. say no to desserts more often
6. exercise twice a week - Monday morning and Thursday morning. If there are client meetings, shuffle the scheudle around to make it happen!
GROWTH
7. learn more driving routes and park better
8. read 1 book a month
9. use less social media especially instagram - try to limit to 1.5hr per day.
10. talk less, listen more
11. note down to-do tasks in the office and organize soft files more regularly
12. become a more efficient worker
FUN
13. dance more
14. believe my smile is gorgeous (AS USUAL!) :)
15. wear whatever I want more e.g. skirts and dresses!
Created on 1st January 2019. Forgot to update this year!
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