Paying my "slowing down" 📉 · Etsy Success Membership

Paying my "slowing down" 📉

I'm slowing down my work on Etsy. I've been a digital seller (tumblers, mugs, shirt sublimation, etc.) since November 2024.

This month, I'm a Star Seller with almost 300 sales — but honestly, I'm feeling pretty discouraged. All the time and effort I've put into my shop is catching up with me: migraines, exhaustion, feeling like I'm not doing enough, and pushing myself way too hard. Right now, I'm just focusing on publishing some evergreen designs and a few for June-July events, as well as renewing some expired listings.

My stats are dropping 🤦‍♀️. I know in my head that this is a long journey and I have to keep swimming, but lately, that mindset hasn't been enough. Maybe I won't be a Star Seller in May, and I need to learn to accept that.

I'm worth it — and I'll get there again (hopefully soon 😖).

How was your April? Let's share some good and bad news, or whatever's on your mind! Let’s be a team! 💪

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