Happy end of October! This month has felt extremely long, yet it also flew by so quickly.

In this October overview, I will discuss some of my wins, challenges, and things I’m very grateful for that happened this month. I’ll also share some exciting updates for November, so keep reading to find out more!

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the wins

This month, my biggest win was taking a workshop on how to manage my time better.

As a small business owner who constantly juggles multiple tasks, it can be pretty overwhelming to wear so many different hats at once.

I’ve struggled with time management and found myself too focused on one subject, which made it hard to narrow down what I truly needed to concentrate on. What may sound simple when written out can be difficult to visualize amid daily tasks.

That’s why it’s helpful to have everything laid out in front of you. Reviewing and adjusting plans, as well as cutting out unnecessary tasks, are vital skills I’ve learned over time and continue to develop. 

I've started recording my time to identify activities that consume too much time and those that I should invest more energy in. At the end of each week, I review my hours to see what needs to change and work on improving.

Nothing is perfect, but it's all about finding your flow, you know?

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our adventures

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donuts

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the challenges

Recently, our apartment announced they were switching our wall AC unit to heat.

Although October can still be warm due to global warming, our southwest-facing apartment receives a lot of sunlight during the day, making it difficult to cope without AC— especially since I tend to heat up easily. 🥵

I’ve looked for solutions and found that there’s a potential bill in New York that might allow for later heating requirements rather than being set from October 1st to May 31st. This heating law was established when New York typically experienced extreme cold, but with climate change, October isn’t as chilly anymore, nor is May. So why do we still need the heater so quickly?

I'm frustrated because our apartment is new, and the law mandates that the heating system must be on.

However, during my 6+ years in New York, I never had to deal with this when I had my own wall AC or central air. It doesn’t make any sense!

I’ve read suggestions online, like using a bowl of water in front of a fan to create cold air, which I’m trying out now. We’ll see how that goes…

Maybe I’m just spoiled, but I believe we should be able to control our own AC and heating within our apartments. What do you think?

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gratitude

Each month, I write down what I’m grateful for. When I first started jotting down three things daily, I struggled to think of any! Now, I’m thankful for so many aspects of life. I appreciate having a strong and healthy body that allows me to enjoy life, the ability to breathe fresh air, and a roof over my head. 

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so, what’s up in November?

Alright! Here’s an exciting update for November: *drumroll, please!*

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I can't wait to share my experiences with you next month.

Until next time! ʕ •ɷ•ʔฅ

What were your October highlights?
Share your experiences in the comments below.

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sneak peek into my life

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