Five Habits That Changed My Twenties
Your twenties are a mix of building, learning, and sometimes just trying to keep up. Between study, work, relationships, and figuring out who you are, it can feel like everything is happening at once.
I have learned that the things that make the biggest difference are not big moments or overnight changes. They are small habits that shape how you move, create, and show up for yourself every day.
These are five habits that have changed my twenties and helped me build a life, and a brand, that feels like me.
1. Starting the day with movement
Movement has always been my reset. Whether it is Pilates at Aloha Active or a surf at Little Cove, beginning my day with energy sets the tone for everything else.
It clears my head before I open my laptop or start designing. Some days it is only a short session, but even fifteen minutes makes a difference. It reminds me that discipline is not about perfection. It is about showing up for yourself even when it would be easier not to.
The way you start your morning shapes the way you handle your day.
2. Working with structure but staying flexible
Studying online while running Amali Swim has taught me how important structure is. I plan my days in blocks and try to stay realistic about what can actually get done.
Some mornings are spent designing or prepping for the Peregian Beach Markets, and others are all about uni work. I have learned to give each thing my full focus rather than trying to multitask everything at once.
Having structure keeps me consistent, but flexibility keeps me sane. If a surf is calling or an idea hits, I allow space for that too.
3. Setting boundaries with social media
Social media is one of the best tools for growing a brand, but it can also make you feel disconnected if you never step away. I treat it as part of my work rather than part of my identity.
I set certain times to post, reply, and plan content so I can stay creative without constantly scrolling. I have realised that inspiration rarely comes from being online. It comes from real life, from the ocean, from the women who wear Amali, and from quiet moments that do not need to be shared.
4. Investing in relationships that matter
No business or personal growth happens in isolation. The people around me are the reason Amali exists the way it does. My best friend Tara Marie Ozoux has been a huge part of my journey. The Marie and Ozoux bikinis were named after her because she represents loyalty, balance, and strength.
Relationships like that are worth protecting. I try to be present with the people who make life better, whether it is family, friends, or the community at the markets. Surround yourself with people who remind you who you are, not who you should be.
5. Choosing longevity over instant results
In a world that moves fast, it is easy to want everything to happen quickly. But good things take time. Amali has grown slowly and intentionally, and that has made it sustainable.
I focus on designing pieces that last, like reversible swimwear and refined silhouettes that women can wear season after season. The same goes for life. I am learning to build things that feel right rather than just look impressive.
Progress feels better when it lasts.