hey girls! happy sunday! i'm so close to being 30 and thats all that's on my mind. i've been in need of a glow up but honestly... too lazy to do it. i've been too lazy to kick my butt into gear. and literally, now that I'm almost 30, I think it's time to really show up and show out. it's like a good time to restart, new decade. so, i'm taking you along and asking you to join me! let's not make the glow up diaries about mikayla glowing up in her 30s, but we are cozy queens are glowing up together. being who we were created to be! :) God is not done with us! so, with that, let's talk about physical and mental health glow up.

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I feel like the internet ate down with this seasons titles and activities! The great lock in? Yes please! Personal curriculum? We are going to be set going into 2026! I'm so ready! Let's create a cozy personal curriculum together!🔗 ALL COZY THINGS[www.itsmikaylabarnes.com](http://www.itsmikaylabarnes.com/)---🎧 COZY AND THRIVING PODSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2Ch3840Dg13JZp1cIFPYEs?si=cf200162adb04528Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/cozy-and-thriving/id1792078853YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLe1hYgU5uUbEzKAiYJyuKIVXCweobqFCE&si=R7jFgfSrnPbsKzCf---📲 CONNECT:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/itsmikaylabarnesTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@itsmikaylabarnes?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pcYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@itsmikaylabarnes---#cozyandthriving #selfdevelopment #slowliving #productivity

Happy Sunday, Cozy Queens! 👑 Becoming the happiest and healthiest version of yourself doesn’t have to mean endless routines, 5 AM alarms, or a 1 million-step plan. So let's talk about "The Great Lock-In!" A cozy, realistic way to commit to yourself without burning out!YouTube Video Mentioned: https://youtu.be/bWX1TU-OoFw

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🕰️ TIMESTAMPS:00:00 - Start01:55 - What is The Great Lock-In?04:14 - Happiest Version of You07:11 - Healthiest Version of You12:02 - No 500 Step Plan14:34 - The Great Lock-in Plan17:21 - Your Great Lock-In Plan

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GIRLS!!! We are officially defrosting 🍂

In this episode, I’m sharing all the ways I’m leaning into cozy season — from traditions I look forward to every year, to little habits that make life feel softer and more intentional. Think pumpkin patches, homemade coffee syrups, crisp air with the windows down, and cozy nights in with tea and a good book.This isn’t about making life picture-perfect, but about finding joy in the everyday and soaking up the season for all it has to offer. If you’re ready to romanticize your fall and create cozy moments you’ll actually remember, this episode is for you.

Grab your blanket, light a candle, and let’s chat 🍁

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00:00 - Start01:10 - Cozy & Thriving House Keeping04:28 - Fall Girlies Conversation Begins05:49 - Fall List Weekly Themes!06:33 - Setting The Scene For You08:19 - Fall Activities09:44 - Fall Movies and Music11:34 - Fall Traditions I'm Bringing Back13:43 - Pumpkin Patches14:43 - Embracing Shorter Days17:01 - Fall Productivity18:08 - Community Hour

This isn't a typical "here's what you should do" episode. Instead, we're pausing to work through the foundational steps side by side. Whether you're just starting out or ready to pivot your existing business away from hustle culture, this episode meets you where you are.We're covering:✨ Defining your anti-hustle values (and why this matters more than your business plan)✨ Designing your ideal schedule FIRST, then building your business around it✨ Choosing a business model that actually fits your energy and lifestyle✨ Pricing for your desired life, not just your expensesGrab a notebook and join me as we prove that you can build a profitable business without sacrificing your well-being. By the end of this episode, you'll have the foundation of your anti-hustle business mapped out.

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BONUS EPISODE - Feeling that back-to-school energy even though you graduated years ago? You're not alone! In this episode of Cozy and Thriving, I'm diving into why your productivity naturally has seasons – and why that's actually a good thing.We're exploring:✨ Why you don't need to maintain the same energy level 365 days a year✨ How to read your body's natural productivity signals (and what to look for)✨ Why I feel more motivated in fall and how to find your most productive season✨ The permission to slow down during your "off" seasons without guiltI'm getting real about: My summer energy slump, the times I burned out fighting against my natural rhythms, and why I'm so excited for fall's organizing and planning energy.This episode is perfect if you've been feeling guilty about not being "on" all the time or if you're curious about working WITH your natural patterns instead of against them.Perfect for: Female entrepreneurs, CEOs, seasonal energy enthusiasts, and anyone who's tired of forcing constant productivity.Love this episode? Leave a review and share it with a fellow entrepreneur who needs to hear this! 💕

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Tired of feeling guilty every time you set a boundary? In this episode of Cozy and Thriving, I'm sharing how to say no like you mean it – without the side of shame that usually comes with it.We're diving into:✨ The boundaries I've actually mastered (like no work after 6 PM and protecting my Sundays)✨ The ones I'm still struggling with (hello, going above and beyond for clients when I shouldn't)✨ Why protecting your peace isn't selfish – it's strategic✨ How to create a life that isn't consumed by work✨ Practical ways we can grow our boundary-setting skills togetherThis isn't your typical "here's what you should do" episode. Instead, I'm getting vulnerable about my own boundary struggles and we're figuring this out together. Because honestly? Setting boundaries as a CEO is hard, and pretending it's not doesn't help anyone.Perfect for: Female entrepreneurs, CEOs, and anyone who's tired of feeling guilty about protecting their time and energy.Love this episode? Leave a review and share it with a fellow entrepreneur who needs to hear this! 💕NOTION TEMPLATE LINK: itsmikaylabarnes.com🎧 Listen wherever you get your podcasts: Cozy & Thriving 🧡 Don’t forget to subscribe, like, and tag me in your cozy reset moments!💌 CONNECT:Instagram | @itsmikaylabarnes + @cozyandthrivingpodTikTok | @itsmikaylabarnesWebsite: https://itsmikaylabarnes.com/

This week looks a little different! However, I'm so excited because we are taking EVERYTHING we've done the last few weeks and finally putting it to paper..(or template!!)! I'm so excited to walk you through everything we've done! I'm ready for you to start reaching your dream life! Let's get it! NOTION TEMPLATE LINK: itsmikaylabarnes.com

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00:00 - START

02:23 - FUTURE YOU TEMPLATE START

03:44 - HOME PAGE

03:53 - COZY ACTION PLANNER

06:05 - ANTI-BURNOUT BLUEPRINT

09:28 - LIFE PLANNER

11:11 - THE FUTURE YOU PROJECT NOTEBOOK

11:28 - THE VISION

16:55 - THE BLUEPRINT

18:56 - Dream Life Goals

22:08 - THE MINDSET

23:32 - THE REFLECTION AND RESET

24:42 - RESET DAY CHECKLIST

26:14 - FUTURE ME LETTERS

29:22 - CLOSING

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🎧 Listen wherever you get your podcasts: Cozy & Thriving 🧡 Don’t forget to subscribe, like, and tag me in your cozy reset moments!💌 CONNECT:Instagram | @itsmikaylabarnes + @cozyandthrivingpodTikTok | @itsmikaylabarnesWebsite:https://1008creations.square.site/cozy-girls-club-podcastLinks:Trainwell: https://go.trainwell.net/itsmikaylabarnes Nourish: https://www.usenourish.comOura Ring Dupe: https://www.amazon.com/shop/itsmikaylabarnes/list/1YVEV6SVC1E26?ref_=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_aipsflist_954462TKAT2ET74AQ0Q1CHAPTERS + TIMESTAMPS:00:00 - Start01:05 - free notion template01:49 - Who is "her"04:28 - You don't have to wait10:43 - Become her through your mindset12:23 - WHAT DOES YOUR FUTURE SELF NOT TOLERATE?14:51 - The Cozy Side to Becoming "HER"16:48 - episode summary18:18 - closing

In this episode of Cozy and Thriving, we’re talking all about why discipline is the missing link between who you are now and who you want to become. I’ll share practical ways to make discipline easier—physically and mentally—so you don’t burn out trying to get it “perfect.”Whether you’re trying to wake up earlier, build better habits, or simply show up for yourself more consistently, this episode is your cozy, no-fluff pep talk. You don’t need more motivation—you need a plan that actually supports your future self.✨ Topics we cover:• Why discipline matters more than motivation• Physical ways to support your habits• Mental tricks to stay consistent• How to push through resistance without burning out💌 Want to grow slowly, but on purpose? Subscribe & come back weekly for more cozy ambition + real-life personal growth.Grab your coffee, your journal, and let’s get into it.--🎧 Listen wherever you get your podcasts: Cozy & Thriving 🧡 Don’t forget to subscribe, like, and tag me in your cozy reset moments!💌 CONNECT:Instagram | @itsmikaylabarnes + @cozyandthrivingpodTikTok | @itsmikaylabarnesWebsite:https://1008creations.square.site/cozy-girls-club-podcastLinks:Trainwell: https://go.trainwell.net/itsmikaylabarnes Nourish: https://www.usenourish.comOura Ring Dupe: https://www.amazon.com/shop/itsmikaylabarnes/list/1YVEV6SVC1E26?ref_=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_aipsflist_954462TKAT2ET74AQ0Q1CHAPTERS + TIMESTAMPS:00:00 - Start01:13 - discipline. what is it? why do we need it?02:38 - latte break02:57 - motivation vs discipline06:24 - physical ways to support discipline10:37 - mental ways to build discipline17:52 - closing thoughts#CozyAndThriving #FutureYouProject #SelfDiscipline #SlowGrowth #Habits #DreamLife #ProductivityForWomen