It’s Friday. And not the calm, “let’s wind down” kind of Friday.
It’s the kind where everything is happening at once and somehow, you still have to show up.
Because for me right now… there is so much to do.
Work Mode: Pressure, Deadlines & That One Thing I Can’t Stand
Let’s start with my 9–5.
I have a report I’m working on and some data analysis that I really want to finish today. Not next week. Not “when I get time.” Today.
Because one thing I absolutely hate?
Seeing my name on a deliverables chart… and the date is behind.
It drives me crazy.
The past month hasn’t helped either. I’ve gone from a fast laptop to a painfully slow one, dealing with crashes, restarting work… pure madness.
But now? I’ve been given a new laptop and oh my gosh, I LOVE it.
Everything is smoother. Faster. Easier.
The only problem?
Now I can actually work properly… I can see just how much I need to catch up on.
So today is about pushing.
Pushing hard.
Business Mode: Growth, Pressure… and a Moment That Made Me Pause
After work?
Straight into OZ Eats mode.
Today is Eid al-Fitr, a huge celebration and I’ve got a massive small chops order plus extra individual orders that came in.
Which is amazing. Truly amazing.
But also? A lot.
This is the side of business people don’t always talk about, when growth comes with pressure, long hours, and standing for what feels like forever.
And yet… I’m grateful.
Because this is what I prayed for.
And Then… The Email That Changed My Week
In the middle of all the chaos, I got an email today.
And not just any email.
An email from a school.
They weren’t asking if I exist.
They weren’t asking what I do.
They were asking:
Do you have space for our students for work experience in 2026?
🥹
They told me:
• The dates the students would be available
• Asked how many students I could take
• And they’re ready to send them to my business
And I just paused.
Because… how did we get here?
I’ve gone from figuring things out, building quietly, pushing through uncertainty…
to being in a position where institutions are reaching out to me.
I’m not chasing schools this year.
They’re chasing me.
And wow… that feels amazing.
Choosing Realism Over Pressure (Fitness & Health)
On top of everything, I’ve had to make a decision this week:
Slow down.
I’ve been on a 10,000 steps daily challenge, but with everything going on, long work hours, standing for business prep, it’s just not realistic right now.
And that was hard to accept.
Because I’m competitive. With myself especially.
But this week reminded me:
You can’t do everything at 100% all the time.
Especially not when your body is already fighting.
This week has been… rough.
• Intense period pain (definitely seeing a GP about this)
• Sore throat
• Coughing, sneezing - the whole package
And yet, I’ve still been showing up.
Not perfectly. But consistently.
Tea. Vitamins. Rest where I can.
And a quiet decision:
I’ll keep going, but I’ll also listen.
The Wins I’m Proud Of (Because They Matter Too)
In the middle of all this chaos… something beautiful happened.
I launched my premium package for OZ Eats.
🥹
Not perfect.
But it’s live.
I also created:
• My taster menu
• My business cards
And honestly? I’m so proud of myself.
Because there was a time I didn’t think I could do this.
But this week, I pushed.
And sometimes that’s all growth really is, pushing past the version of you that doubts it’s possible.
What I’m Looking Forward To
As busy as life is… there are things filling my heart too.
• My mum is coming on Monday and I cannot wait 🥹
• One of my sons is turning four, my baby is growing
• We’re celebrating him this weekend
• Church on Saturday (and I’m really looking forward to it)
• Sunday: a farm trip with the boys - feeding animals, making memories
It’s a full weekend.
But it’s a good full.
Final Thoughts: This Is Your Reminder Too
If life feels overwhelming right now… I get it.
If you’re juggling work, dreams, responsibilities, and your own wellbeing…
I get it.
But here’s what I’m reminding myself (and you):
• You don’t have to do everything perfectly
• You just have to keep showing up
• It’s okay to slow down when your body asks you to
• And even in the chaos… there are wins worth celebrating
Have a Beautiful Weekend
Whatever your weekend looks like, busy or restful
I hope you find moments to breathe, to smile, and to just be.
Because you deserve that too.
With Love,
The chaotic girl, Ayo
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