Cozy and Thriving

By Mikayla Barnes

Welcome to Cozy and Thriving, the podcast for women who want to live intentionally and create a life that feels aligned, peaceful, and fulfilling. Hosted by Mikayla Barnes, each episode is a space to ... more

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The podcast currently has 19 episodes available.

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June 04, 2025 18. you should be celebrating everyday 🎉 if you're not listen to this
If you’ve been feeling discouraged because your progress isn’t flashy or visible—this episode is for you.Today we’re talking about the quiet wins—the ones that don’t get posted, praised, or even acknowledged sometimes. But they still matter. They still count. And they’re moving you forward in ways you might not even realize.We’ll chat about why it’s so hard to celebrate the small things, how to start noticing your hidden progress, and simple ways to honor your everyday growth—even if no one else sees it. You’re not behind. You’re building something beautiful, right where you are.☕ In This Episode, We’ll Cover:What “quiet wins” really are (and why they matter)Why we struggle to recognize small progressA personal story about goal-setting and self-trustThree cozy ways to start honoring your unseen wins todayA reminder that your pace is still progress
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22min
May 28, 2025 17. We’re going to create a life we want to actually be present for ☁️ (you’re only 30 days away!)
No more waiting for the “perfect time” — we’re building a life we love right now. In this episode of Cozy and Thriving, I share how I created a life I enjoy and a 30-day approach to creating your dream life — without burnout, guilt, or comparison. Learn how to find joy where you are, step outside your comfort zone, and start doing things that make everyday feel meaningful. Whether it’s solo coffee shop Saturdays or homey hobby nights, this episode is your cozy blueprint for change. Let’s get intentional about the life we’re living. ✨

Merch ☺️ : https://square.online/app/website/users/152087907/sites/263161304363552172/dashboard/editor#/page/f58e87a0-05b3-11f0-9187-91eea44750ae/🔗 Connect with Me:
✨ Instagram: [⁠https://www.instagram.com/itsmikaylabarnes/⁠]
✨ TikTok: [https://www.tiktok.com/@itsmikaylabarnes]
✨ Podcast on YouTube: [⁠https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLe1hYgU5uUbEzKAiYJyuKIVXCweobqFCE&si=4cf24CBNuRqg0IsS⁠]
✨ Podcast on Spotify: [⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/2Ch3840Dg13JZp1cIFPYEs?si=9731541d79b94b3c⁠]
✨ Podcast on Apple: [⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/another-cozy-morning/id1792078853⁠]
✨ Kofi: [⁠https://ko-fi.com/itsmikaylabarnes⁠]
Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more cozy content! Hit the notification bell 🔔 so you never miss an episode.

00:00 - Start
01:39 - Romanticize Where You Are
03:25 - Stepping Outside of Your Comfort Zone
05:28 - Play With Things You Already Have
09:14 - Plan Your Own Events
10:00 - The Plan to Your Dream Life in 30 Days
11:03 - Week 1: Reflect + Reset12:36 - Week 2: Explore + Discover14:06 - Week 3: Take Action15:37 - Week 4: Reflect
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19min
May 21, 2025 16. Why your environment is so important ✨ (what to do to fix your mood, creativity, and motivation)
Your environment is influencing your energy more than you realize. We’re talking about the power of intentional spaces, how your home affects your mindset, and why creating a space you love is one of the most nurturing things you can do for yourself. Whether you’re in your dream home or a tiny corner of an apartment, this episode will help you shift your energy by shifting your surroundings.

Merch ☺️ : https://square.online/app/website/users/152087907/sites/263161304363552172/dashboard/editor#/page/f58e87a0-05b3-11f0-9187-91eea44750ae/
🔗 Connect with Me:
✨ Instagram: [⁠https://www.instagram.com/itsmikaylabarnes/⁠]
✨ TikTok: [https://www.tiktok.com/@itsmikaylabarnes]
✨ Podcast on YouTube: [⁠https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLe1hYgU5uUbEzKAiYJyuKIVXCweobqFCE&si=4cf24CBNuRqg0IsS⁠]
✨ Podcast on Spotify: [⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/2Ch3840Dg13JZp1cIFPYEs?si=9731541d79b94b3c⁠]
✨ Podcast on Apple: [⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/another-cozy-morning/id1792078853⁠]
✨ Kofi: [⁠https://ko-fi.com/itsmikaylabarnes⁠]
Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more cozy content! Hit the notification bell 🔔 so you never miss an episode.
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14min
April 30, 2025 15. You're not too old, you're not behind, and you're not too late.
Hey y'all! This episode is more real, more raw, more behind the scenes of my life. I want this episode to be of encouragement to you that you are not behind! Sometimes, that feeling can be overwhelming, and trust me I get it, but life is worth reaching for your dreams, goals, and purpose! You aren't too late!Merch ☺️ : https://square.online/app/website/users/152087907/sites/263161304363552172/dashboard/editor#/page/f58e87a0-05b3-11f0-9187-91eea44750ae/🔗 Connect with Me: ✨ Instagram: [⁠https://www.instagram.com/itsmikaylabarnes/⁠] ✨ TikTok: [https://www.tiktok.com/@itsmikaylabarnes]✨ Podcast on YouTube: [⁠https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLe1hYgU5uUbEzKAiYJyuKIVXCweobqFCE&si=4cf24CBNuRqg0IsS⁠]✨ Podcast on Spotify: [⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/2Ch3840Dg13JZp1cIFPYEs?si=9731541d79b94b3c⁠] ✨ Podcast on Apple: [⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/another-cozy-morning/id1792078853⁠] ✨ Kofi: [⁠https://ko-fi.com/itsmikaylabarnes⁠] Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more cozy content! Hit the notification bell 🔔 so you never miss an episode.
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17min
April 23, 2025 14. Let's build you a brand that feels like you!
GUYSSSSS! First, happy Wednesday! Second, can you believe the merch is finally here and you know that you'll get your merch soon! I'm so excited! But with that, I thought this was a perfect episode to talk about making your brand feel like you! What a wonderful, divine episode! Hope you enjoy, let's get into it!Merch will be here April 30, 2025 ☺️ : https://square.online/app/website/users/152087907/sites/263161304363552172/dashboard/editor#/page/f58e87a0-05b3-11f0-9187-91eea44750ae/Threads post: https://www.threads.net/@itsmikaylabarnes/post/DIbOp63ueFE?xmt=AQGzEh5E3tiDucXMtlYm_v074MDVF-TWodRXpBX5PwixNA🔗 Connect with Me: ✨ Instagram: [⁠https://www.instagram.com/itsmikaylabarnes/⁠] ✨ TikTok: [https://www.tiktok.com/@itsmikaylabarnes]✨ Podcast on YouTube: [⁠https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLe1hYgU5uUbEzKAiYJyuKIVXCweobqFCE&si=4cf24CBNuRqg0IsS⁠]✨ Podcast on Spotify: [⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/2Ch3840Dg13JZp1cIFPYEs?si=9731541d79b94b3c⁠] ✨ Podcast on Apple: [⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/another-cozy-morning/id1792078853⁠] ✨ Kofi: [⁠https://ko-fi.com/itsmikaylabarnes⁠] Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more cozy content! Hit the notification bell 🔔 so you never miss an episode.
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25min
April 16, 2025 13. Embracing the cozy business mindset | What I wish I knew
Happy Wednesday my cozy girls! Today we are talking about embracing building a business slow. There is so much beauty in it and I’m so glad that I’m able share my journey with y’all! I hope you enjoy!!

Threads post: https://www.threads.net/@itsmikaylabarnes/post/DIKXVttuRDS?xmt=AQGzAcJ8bjMOgb-xBK4h5NEXBw11Ww4NYNm1DuulDWSwmA

Let's get into it! 🩷

SHOOT EDIT POST POD: @shooteditpostpod

🔗 Connect with Me:
✨ Instagram: [⁠https://www.instagram.com/itsmikaylabarnes/⁠]
✨ TikTok: [https://www.tiktok.com/@itsmikaylabarnes]
✨ Podcast on YouTube: [⁠https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLe1hYgU5uUbEzKAiYJyuKIVXCweobqFCE&si=4cf24CBNuRqg0IsS⁠]
✨ Podcast on Spotify: [⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/2Ch3840Dg13JZp1cIFPYEs?si=9731541d79b94b3c⁠]
✨ Podcast on Apple: [⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/another-cozy-morning/id1792078853⁠]
✨ Kofi: [⁠https://ko-fi.com/itsmikaylabarnes⁠]

Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more cozy content! Hit the notification bell 🔔 so you never miss an episode.
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23min
April 09, 2025 12. Building a business without all the hustle!
Happy Wednesday my cozy girls! It's Q2 and business if feeling like we need to pick up the pace! ERRRR! WRONG! Shifting your mindset to not burn yourself out this quarter is key to a successful and sustainable business!
Let's get into it! 🩷
SHOOT EDIT POST POD: @shooteditpostpod
🔗 Connect with Me:
✨ Instagram: [⁠https://www.instagram.com/itsmikaylabarnes/⁠]
✨ TikTok: [https://www.tiktok.com/@itsmikaylabarnes]
✨ Podcast on YouTube: [⁠https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLe1hYgU5uUbEzKAiYJyuKIVXCweobqFCE&si=4cf24CBNuRqg0IsS⁠]
✨ Podcast on Spotify: [⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/2Ch3840Dg13JZp1cIFPYEs?si=9731541d79b94b3c⁠]
✨ Podcast on Apple: [⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/another-cozy-morning/id1792078853⁠]
✨ Kofi: [⁠https://ko-fi.com/itsmikaylabarnes⁠]

Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more cozy content! Hit the notification bell 🔔 so you never miss an episode.
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20min
April 02, 2025 11. If you see me doing this, know I'm in my cozy girl era [Spring Edition]
Happy Wednesday my cozy girls! It's spring!! And don't let that fool you into thinking you can't be cozy! Let's talk about it! Also, this episode you're getting a sneak peak of merch designs!!! I'm soooo excited! Let's get into it! 🩷

SHOOT EDIT POST POD: @shooteditpostpod
🔗 Connect with Me:
✨ Instagram: [⁠https://www.instagram.com/itsmikaylabarnes/⁠]
✨ TikTok: [https://www.tiktok.com/@itsmikaylabarnes]
✨ Podcast on YouTube: [⁠https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLe1hYgU5uUbEzKAiYJyuKIVXCweobqFCE&si=4cf24CBNuRqg0IsS⁠]
✨ Podcast on Spotify: [⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/2Ch3840Dg13JZp1cIFPYEs?si=9731541d79b94b3c⁠]
✨ Podcast on Apple: [⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/another-cozy-morning/id1792078853⁠]
✨ Kofi: [⁠https://ko-fi.com/itsmikaylabarnes⁠]
Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more cozy content! Hit the notification bell 🔔 so you never miss an episode.
00:00 - Start02:03 - Merch Teasers03:21 - Cozy Bookclub03:50 - Introduction to the Topic04:43 - Personal Story06:43 - Cozy things to romanticize in the spring06:54 - Bookstore Browsing07:41 - Iced Coffee ONLY08:58 - Declutter10:06 - Layered Outfits11:03 - Journaling11:58 - Picnics13:04 - Community Connect17:55 - Conclusion
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20min
March 26, 2025 10. Help, I want to be cozy but I'm busy!
Happy Wednesday my cozy friends! So I heard you needed help getting a cozy life, or slow life, in your busy schedule. And I got you! Cozy living is not about having more time, it's about creating cozy habits in the little things you already do!Let's get into it! 🩷 SHOOT EDIT POST POD: @shooteditpostpod 🔗 Connect with Me: ✨ Instagram: [⁠https://www.instagram.com/itsmikaylabarnes/⁠] ✨ TikTok: [https://www.tiktok.com/@itsmikaylabarnes]✨ Podcast on YouTube: [⁠https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLe1hYgU5uUbEzKAiYJyuKIVXCweobqFCE&si=4cf24CBNuRqg0IsS⁠]✨ Podcast on Spotify: [⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/2Ch3840Dg13JZp1cIFPYEs?si=9731541d79b94b3c⁠] ✨ Podcast on Apple: [⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/another-cozy-morning/id1792078853⁠] ✨ Kofi: [⁠https://ko-fi.com/itsmikaylabarnes⁠] Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more cozy content! Hit the notification bell 🔔 so you never miss an episode.
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17min
March 19, 2025 9. What slow living *ACTUALLY* means
Happy Wednesday my cozy friends! This episode is kicking off the name change! COZY GIRLS CLUB! I'm beyond excited about what this name change will bring and the community we are building! In this episode we are tackling what slow living ACTUALLY is and how you can see the difference in slow living and laziness.
Let's get into it! 🩷
SHOOT EDIT POST POD: @shooteditpostpod
🔗 Connect with Me:
✨ Instagram: [⁠https://www.instagram.com/itsmikaylabarnes/⁠]
✨ TikTok: [https://www.tiktok.com/@itsmikaylabarnes]
✨ Podcast on YouTube: [⁠https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLe1hYgU5uUbEzKAiYJyuKIVXCweobqFCE&si=4cf24CBNuRqg0IsS⁠]
✨ Podcast on Spotify: [⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/2Ch3840Dg13JZp1cIFPYEs?si=9731541d79b94b3c⁠]
✨ Podcast on Apple: [⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/another-cozy-morning/id1792078853⁠]
✨ Kofi: [⁠https://ko-fi.com/itsmikaylabarnes⁠]
Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more cozy content! Hit the notification bell 🔔 so you never miss an episode.
00:00 - Start
00:19 - The Purpose & Plan of the Podcast
02:11 - Part 1: My personal story
05:36 - Part 2: What is slow living?
07:39 - Part 3: Why do confuse slow living with laziness?
10:14 - Part 4: Key Differences between slow living & laziness
11:42 - Part 5: Examples of slow living & laziness
16:12 - Part 6: Embracing the slow living lifestyle
17:44 - Inspirational quote
18:19 - Check in
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20min

FAQs about Cozy and Thriving:

How many episodes does Cozy and Thriving have?

The podcast currently has 19 episodes available.