I Went to the Mall Yesterday (and Actually Had a Good Time!)
Yesterday, I went to the new mall in my city. I’d been wanting to visit ever since it opened because I heard it has a really good vibe with an outdoor courtyard 🌳✨
To be honest, I was super nervous. I kept consulting with my therapist because I was kind of scared—the last time I went to a public place alone, I ended up ugly crying by myself (a story for another time 👀)
But this time, I prepared! I picked out my outfit and packed my bag the night before, feeling as excited as a kid about to go on a school field trip. And guess what? I did it—I went, and I succeeded! 🎉
I arrived first thing in the morning to avoid traffic and snag a good parking spot. I walked around the mall (huge mall!) and explored the perfume section first. I sniffed all the perfumes—Miniso’s dupes (they’re surprisingly good!) and some designer perfumes at Aura. The salesperson was so kind and let me try so many scents. God, I wish I could get the Lolita Lempicka perfume!
Next, I tried to hunt for new jeans but didn’t find my soul jeans yet. (The search continues! 🛍️)
After all that walking, I treated myself to some ramen at Ramen Ya! This branch is so much nicer than others—it’s reserved and peaceful. The ramen was delicious, and the vibe was just right.
And of course, I couldn’t leave without getting my Black Tea Macchiato from Koi Thé! 🧋😍 I sipped it in the courtyard, soaking up the afternoon sun like a lizard basking on a rock. It felt amazing after spending so many days indoors between home and work.
I sat there, people-watching, writing a little poem, and enjoying the view of the big Christmas tree 🎄 Even though Christmas is over, maybe the spirit’s still lingering.
By 4 PM, I headed home and was back by 5. I felt so satisfied and proud of myself—for spending a day outside, being in public, and actually having a good time without tears or anxiety.
I’d absolutely do this again. 🥹💛
update: this is the poem that i wrote that day It's Not Just Food