Davin Indah Love story

After returning from a retreat on a private island and reading the book  "Surrounded by Setbacks,"  I made a decision — it's time to take real action to become a better version of myself. The past three years have been a rollercoaster, especially when it comes to my health and career. I’ve wanted to change, but I was overwhelmed by too many goals, trying to accomplish everything all at once. That approach left me stuck, disappointed, and filled with self-doubt. Now, I’ve chosen to take a different path — breaking my big goals into smaller, achievable steps that can motivate me to keep moving forward. The first area I’m focusing on is  Health  — something within my control and the foundation for everything else. For the last three years, I haven’t taken care of my body the way it deserves. I exercised regularly and went to the gym, but I didn’t pay attention to what I ate — and as we all know, nutrition plays a major role in shaping our health. I’ve tried dieting befo...

So here we go—another unexpected drama during our short getaway at Telunas. It started out well. Since this was our only holiday in a while, we wanted to make the most of it—reconnect with nature, with each other, and with ourselves. My husband mentioned beforehand that there would be no internet in the rooms, with only limited WiFi access at the reception lobby. I thought,  Perfect.  A break from routines, screens, and distractions. A real chance to unplug—and great for the kids, too. I even packed a few nice, sexy outfits. I wanted to be intentional about making memories and rekindling intimacy. Day One  went smoothly. Then came  Day Two —and with it, an unexpected shift. That afternoon, while the kids were at their 2-hour pottery session, I was looking forward to some uninterrupted couple time. Just the two of us. The plan was simple: relax, talk, enjoy the sea breeze from our room—and yes, maybe some intimacy by the sea. It sounded beautiful in my head. But reali...

After the raft-building session, I returned to my room and took some time to reflect on the valuable life lessons I had just experienced—and how they apply to the real world. The Objective The goal of the activity was clear: Build a raft using bamboo poles and barrels. Ensure it’s strong and stable enough to carry passengers to a designated point. Return safely to shore. Disassemble the raft back to its original components: just bamboo and barrels. None of us had any experience in raft building—or even scouting—so we all started from zero. The instructor provided some guidance with clear, step-by-step instructions: Show us a miniature model of the completed raft. Demonstrate how to tie knots securely to hold the bamboo together. Emphasize that the string should be wet to prevent it from breaking in water. Ensure each barrel is positioned to float and supported by two bamboo poles. Begin from the outer frame, measure the barrels, and then tie the inner sections. Was Everyone Listening? ...

This was one of the best holidays we’ve had—everything was fully sponsored by my husband’s company. We hadn’t planned any trips for June because both kids needed to prepare for their final-year exams. But thankfully, my husband’s company organized a Family Day at  Telunas Private Island . It was our first time visiting a private island, and we were beyond excited. Our journey began with a ferry ride from HarbourFront to Sekupang, Batam. From there, we continued by speedboat to Telunas Resort. Each leg of the trip took about an hour. We arrived just in time for lunch and were treated to a delicious three-course set menu: Thai beef salad as the appetizer, prawn balado with steamed rice for the main course, and Thai mango sticky rice for dessert. After lunch, we headed to our villa for some free-and-easy time. The kids chose to fish from the balcony. After nearly two hours of patience and excitement, they caught four fish and asked the kitchen to cook them for dinner. Since the weathe...

I t’s been a month since our official launch. We haven’t had any bookings or try-on appointments yet—but I’ve learned a lot already. Here are some of my key takeaways so far 1. Battling Self-Doubt Yes, self-doubt started to creep in. I kept asking myself:  Is there something wrong with me? Is it the pricing, the website, the social media? Why isn’t this moving the way I expected? At one point, I even started imagining the worst-case scenario, which led to a mini intervention from my husband. He reminded me—firmly but lovingly—that setbacks are part of the journey and not a reason to quit. When I chose to start this business, I knew it wouldn’t be easy. There’s no turning back—I just need to find what works. 2. Finding Comfort in a Book One day, while shopping at Popular for our kids’ holiday practice books, I stumbled upon a title that caught my eye:  Surrounded by Setbacks.  It felt like the universe was speaking directly to me, so I picked it up. Now I read it every mor...

To everything there is a season, a time for every purpose under heaven. A time to be born, and a time to die. A time to plant, and a time to uproot. A time to kill, and a time to heal. A time to tear down, and a time to build. A time to weep, and a time to laugh. A time to mourn, and a time to dance. A time to scatter stones, and a time to gather them. A time to embrace, and a time to refrain from embracing. A time to search, and a time to give up. A time to keep, and a time to let go. A time to tear, and a time to mend. A time to be silent, and a time to speak. A time to love, and a time to hate. A time for war, and a time for peace. He has made everything beautiful in its time. (Ecclesiastes 3:1–11) These are the seasons of life that every one of us must go through. Everything in this life has an expiry date—except the love of God. This is a personal reminder to myself, especially in this season I’m in. I was frustrated when three weeks passed and nothing seemed to bear fruit. I star...

Last week, I made a decision to empty myself through intentional fasting—12 hours a day from Monday to Friday. I hoped that in doing so, I could find clarity and hear what God wants me to do, especially in this new venture I’ve embarked on. My heart and mind were completely fixed on this business. I held on to it tightly, as if it were the only thing I had. As I entered those five days of fasting, I expected a miracle—something big, like someone making a booking, or a travel agent agreeing to partner with me. But what I experienced was the opposite. Over the weekend, I felt deeply troubled. I had no peace. It was as though I had fallen into the darkest pit of my soul. Anxiety, worry, disillusionment, guilt, doubt, and fear of failure all came crashing down at once. I felt distant from God—as if He wasn’t doing what He was “supposed” to do. I even asked Him for a clear, physical sign—perhaps testing Him. I asked for a miracle to help pay for our kids’ tuition, an unexpected burden we ha...