VLOG: growing pains + raw discussion about anxiety as a candle business owner

[@lisatakeitorleaveit]

Great video! As a Realtor we basically are a small business within ourself. I totally get what your talking about! When I am so busy I stress out about doing everything right and when I’m not that busy I stress out about not being too busy ! Thanks for this great Video ❤

[@xyngchic]

Your transparency about anxiety is so appreciated. I’m right there with you. I wish I could figure out how to get outta my own head.

[@MJ-oz8wo]

I have social anxiety and generalized anxiety disorder so this is what keeps me from starting my candle business. I would love to hear more about how you navigate this with a small business❤

[@amberandoak]

Ugh. It is so hard! I feel you. I would love to elaborate more on how I navigate my anxiety disorders as a solo business owner.

[@Michelle_83_41]

I suffer from generalized/ social anxiety as well right along with depression. I have panic attacks here and there, I am trying so hard not to quit my job. I also want to get into candle making to make extra income.

[@pearlsofwisdomdesign]

Even though imposter syndrome is soooo horrible, I’m glad i’m not the only person who has this, because you can feel like you’re the only person in the world that has this, i feel so silly at times for it. We done to everyone who continues to push through regardless 💯♥️

[@anchorlakemeltingco]

Girl you are so not alone! This struggle is sooooo real!!!

[@rosi6063]

Just subscribed, yayyy. Ty for your transparency, it definitely helps with normalizing the discussion. You are not alone! I haven't launched my online store yet, counting down the days. But, I'm already feeling anxiety about whether or not I can meet the demand. Love the simplicity of your brand and minimalist look. Best of luck this holiday szn!

[@dunkinmccloud1192]

Love that shirt! Great video!

[@monicacastle]

I appreciate and relate to your thoughts on anxiety and mental health while running a small business! I’m not even at your scale yet but I do have those similar feelings. I have to learn to accept help too haha 😅. Also I love your workspace!

[@SimpleClarityCo]

Just found your channel! Love your vibe. I'm also a candle maker and sometimes feel alone in the business thing. Your ahve a new subscriber and a fellow candle buddy in me 🙂

[@amberandoak]

@@SimpleClarityCo awww thank you so much!! so happy to connect with you, just subbed back

[@SimpleClarityCo]

@@amberandoak 🤗🤗awe thanks

[@BluerosesT]

I love and appreciate the transparency here ❤️

[@fromhumblebeginnings7798]

I wonder if you would do a wax clean up video. It's all good that you make candles, but the metal pitchers what do you do with the wax with scent in them? What do you pour the wax into the jars over? How is that cleaned? It's an odd request, but something that is holding me back from making them. Thanks!

[@amberandoak]

I will try to include this in a video soon!!

[@DRAWSKWA]

@@amberandoakI used to stress about this too!! It is a learning process in itself, dealing with wax and oil and the cleanup too. I’m glad I’m not the only one who would love to peek at others and see their process

[@ninarechin2531]

What curling tool do you use??? I love your curls

[@amberandoak]

@@ninarechin2531 it’s an ancient conair I think 😂 maybe 1.5 inch barrel thank you!

[@nyamekyebey1577]

Congratulations on your successful business venture it could be helpful to get a helper to help with your social media response all the best 🎉🎉

[@amberandoak]

Thank you so much! ❤

[@musictorelaxandunwind]

For anxiety try deep breathing and good sleep , try bach d rops will be helpful

[@ladylullaby190]

How do you go about recording yourself answering your messages on camera while you are just preparing a repetitive task, like while pre-sticking candles wicks.

[@tomanto4446]

Hello iam from kerala ❤ u much carry on god bless U lot❤

[@ItsJessie915]

Hi I need help making product photography for my candles

[@amberandoak]

@@ItsJessie915 I have a video showing the bts of how I take candle photos!

[@ItsJessie915]

@@amberandoak can you please link that video

[@amberandoak]

@@ItsJessie915 kzbin.info/www/bejne/sKLdp3VmhrissK8si=kLD1TcrNyI2r4_0r

[@ItsJessie915]

@@amberandoak I watched it thanks what if I do t have those thing laying around my house I sell wax melts not candles

[@jenna0616]

Oh my, your anxiety is so apparent. I had to turn off this video 8 minutes into because I found myself tightening up just listening and watching your energy. I’m truly sorry you’re going through that, but others watching content like this, just know that these types of topics are just as toxic for yourself as it’s healthy at times.

[@justinedrake5790]

This is such an odd and confusing comment. It's hard to tell if you're trying to be nice?? Or if you're being rude? It definitely feels more rude and like you are leaving unsolicited advice and trying to convince her she did something wrong by posting this. It's okay if it made you feel uncomfortable, but you're allowed to leave the video without leaving a comment like this one. She is here to share her real experiences throughout her journey, one of them being anxiety and mental health issues. SO many people struggle with exactly this, myself included and it feels so comforting to listen to her share because I can relate with her on a deeper level. It makes me feel less alone.

[@pearlsofwisdomdesign]

How nice nasty is this comment. 😮

[@pearlsofwisdomdesign]

@@justinedrake5790exactly…this person has deliberately set out to make her feel bad…how insensitive!