Cozy and Thriving

Cozy and Thriving

By Mikayla BarnesEducationSelf-Improvement
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Cozy and Thriving episodes

  • 58. Why I'm Over Social Media

    Let’s get real about the burnout we’re all feeling with social media... Even as someone who runs a business in the digital space, the constant cycle of dopamine and scrolling can be sooooo draining. We’re diving deep into why it’s time to protect your mental peace, how to stop reaching for your phone the second you wake up, and why creating a peaceful home environment is *essential * for your mental health!!


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    🎧Listen to the Podcasts:

    Cozy & Thriving Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2Ch3840Dg13JZp1cIFPYEs?si=f93bd65781f4412b 

    Cozy & Thriving Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/cozy-and-thriving/id1792078853

    Cozy & Thriving YouTube:

    https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLe1hYgU5uUbEzKAiYJyuKIVXCweobqFCE&si=EBmPR--iSxUrzhLR


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    10.08 TT - https://www.tiktok.com/@1008creations

    25 min
  • 57. How To Rebuild Your Life Without Burnout

    Are you struggling to get back into a routine after a hard season? In this episode of Cozy and Thriving, we discuss the how to rebuild your life when things don't go as planned.. (because trust, it happens to EVERYONE, you are not alone!!) Whether you're dealing with health setbacks, burnout, or just feeling stuck, this episode is a gentle guide to starting over without self-punishment or guilt! I gotchu girl! Learn how to build a life you actually want to be present for!!🎧Listen to the Podcasts:Cozy & Thriving Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2Ch3840Dg13JZp1cIFPYEs?si=f93bd65781f4412bCozy & Thriving Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/cozy-and-thriving/id1792078853Socially Mikayla: https://open.spotify.com/show/6FlZnWrCQCydDMUjvQLemz?si=U3nOxFjPS46p17VxsSGyOQ📲 Follow Us:Mikayla IG - https://www.instagram.com/mikaylaebarnesMikayla TT - https://www.tiktok.com/@mikaylaebarnes10.08 IG - https://www.instagram.com/1008creations10.08 TT - https://www.tiktok.com/@1008creations

    28 min
  • 56. Answering Your Questions

    Long time, no see!! I apologize! Ya girl has been through it already in 2026, but we can always bounce back! I'm answering questions (from Ms. Chat ofc) that are helping us position ourselves for the rest of the year! We are bringing back the future you project! <3


    🎧Listen to the Podcasts:

    Cozy & Thriving Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2Ch3840Dg13JZp1cIFPYEs?si=f93bd65781f4412b 

    Cozy & Thriving Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/cozy-and-thriving/id1792078853


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    Mikayla IG - https://www.instagram.com/mikaylaebarnes 

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    10.08 TT - https://www.tiktok.com/@1008creations


    🕰️ Timestamps

    00:26 - updates :)

    03:27 - digital planning vs physical planning or both??

    09:28 - resting guilt...

    13:13 - pushing through or pulling back??

    16:32 - comparing yourself to other women :(

    21:21 - letting go of a version of yourself

    25:18 - waking up overwhelmed

    26:28 - what does thriving mean to you right now?


    30 min
  • 55. How To Get Your Screen Time Down with Analog Living

    I've spent the last few days researching "analog living" and what people are saying about it! I'm very intrigued, but most of all, I love the idea of living in Y2K era! This isn't a podcast of the reasons why you should live this way, it's just me bringing my community a life style that could be just as cozy as our podcast!


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    🎧Listen to the Podcasts:

    Cozy & Thriving Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2Ch3840Dg13JZp1cIFPYEs?si=f93bd65781f4412b 

    Cozy & Thriving Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/cozy-and-thriving/id1792078853

    Socially Mikayla: https://open.spotify.com/show/6FlZnWrCQCydDMUjvQLemz?si=U3nOxFjPS46p17VxsSGyOQ


    📲 Follow Us:

    Mikayla IG - https://www.instagram.com/mikaylaebarnes 

    Mikayla TT - https://www.tiktok.com/@mikaylaebarnes 

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    10.08 TT - https://www.tiktok.com/@1008creations 

    33 min
  • 53. Becoming Your Best and Healthiest Self in 2026

    A cozy glow up isn’t like the rest. It’s more intentional, more sustainable, and truly only brings MORE cozy vibes to your life. Who doesn’t want that?? In todays episode, I’m talking about all things 28 Cozy, a little self-experiment, that I want to invite you all to do with me. We start Sunday! February 1! Even if you don’t catch this episode until later, the beauty of it is, you can start as SOON as you listen to this! Let’s talk about it! 🤍


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    🎧Listen to the Podcasts:

    Cozy & Thriving Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2Ch3840Dg13JZp1cIFPYEs?si=f93bd65781f4412b 

    Cozy & Thriving Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/cozy-and-thriving/id1792078853

    Socially Mikayla: https://open.spotify.com/show/6FlZnWrCQCydDMUjvQLemz?si=U3nOxFjPS46p17VxsSGyOQ

    📲 Follow Us:

    Mikayla IG - https://www.instagram.com/mikaylaebarnes 

    Mikayla TT - https://www.tiktok.com/@mikaylaebarnes 

    10.08 IG - https://www.instagram.com/1008creations 

    10.08 TT - https://www.tiktok.com/@1008creations 

    🎧Listen to the Podcasts:

    Cozy & Thriving Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2Ch3840Dg13JZp1cIFPYEs?si=f93bd65781f4412b 

    Cozy & Thriving Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/cozy-and-thriving/id1792078853

    📲 Follow Us:

    Mikayla IG - https://www.instagram.com/mikaylaebarnes Mikayla TT - https://www.tiktok.com/@mikaylaebarnes 

    10.08 IG - https://www.instagram.com/1008creations 

    10.08 TT - https://www.tiktok.com/@1008creations

    30 min
  • 52. Luxurious Home Without Spending Any Money

    You spend at a LOT of your time at home and these days everyone wants lux! But what if I told you that you could have lux without spending any money. It's all about how you romanticize your home and how you treat it! Now believe me, there are some high ticket items that I plan to one day put in my home, but for now, these little changes and mindset shifts have made all the difference! I'm content! 🤍Spotify subscription: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/profile/cozyandthriving/subscribe🎧Listen to the Podcasts:Cozy & Thriving Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2Ch3840Dg13JZp1cIFPYEs?si=f93bd65781f4412bCozy & Thriving Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/cozy-and-thriving/id1792078853Socially Mikayla: https://open.spotify.com/show/6FlZnWrCQCydDMUjvQLemz?si=U3nOxFjPS46p17VxsSGyOQ📲 Follow Us:Mikayla IG - https://www.instagram.com/mikaylaebarnesMikayla TT - https://www.tiktok.com/@mikaylaebarnes10.08 IG - https://www.instagram.com/1008creations10.08 TT - https://www.tiktok.com/@1008creations🎧Listen to the Podcasts:Cozy & Thriving Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2Ch3840Dg13JZp1cIFPYEs?si=f93bd65781f4412bCozy & Thriving Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/cozy-and-thriving/id1792078853Socially Mikayla: https://open.spotify.com/show/6FlZnWrCQCydDMUjvQLemz?si=U3nOxFjPS46p17VxsSGyOQ📲 Follow Us:Mikayla IG - https://www.instagram.com/mikaylaebarnesMikayla TT - https://www.tiktok.com/@mikaylaebarnes10.08 IG - https://www.instagram.com/1008creations10.08 TT - https://www.tiktok.com/@1008creations

    35 min
  • 50. Curating Your Dream Life in 2026

    Your dream life isn't that far away, but are you putting the work in to get there? Are you making the changes to be your best self? 2026 is our year!


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    🎧Listen to the Podcasts:Cozy & Thriving Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2Ch3840Dg13JZp1cIFPYEs?si=f93bd65781f4412bCozy & Thriving Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/cozy-and-thriving/id1792078853Socially Mikayla: https://open.spotify.com/show/6FlZnWrCQCydDMUjvQLemz?si=U3nOxFjPS46p17VxsSGyOQ📲 Follow Us:Mikayla IG - https://www.instagram.com/mikaylaebarnesMikayla TT - https://www.tiktok.com/@mikaylaebarnes10.08 IG - https://www.instagram.com/1008creations10.08 TT - https://www.tiktok.com/@1008creations

    24 min
  • 49. The Reality of Slow Living, Navigating Boundaries, Community (ft. Chelsea Meagher)

    Welcome to the pod the very first guest, Chelsea! She is a fellow cozy, slow living, city loving, entrepreneur, and business owner! Join us as we chat all things slow living, business, communication, relationships in business!

    Follow Chelsea!!

    www.thesolecircle.com

    https://www.instagram.com/the.solecircle

    https://www.tiktok.com/@thesolecircle


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    🎧Listen to the Podcasts:

    Cozy & Thriving Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2Ch3840Dg13JZp1cIFPYEs?si=f93bd65781f4412b

    Cozy & Thriving Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/cozy-and-thriving/id1792078853

    Socially Mikayla: https://open.spotify.com/show/6FlZnWrCQCydDMUjvQLemz?si=U3nOxFjPS46p17VxsSGyOQ


    📲 Follow Us:

    Mikayla IG - https://www.instagram.com/mikaylaebarnes

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    10.08 TT - https://www.tiktok.com/@1008creations

    🎧Listen to the Podcasts:

    Cozy & Thriving Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2Ch3840Dg13JZp1cIFPYEs?si=f93bd65781f4412b

    Cozy & Thriving Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/cozy-and-thriving/id1792078853

    Socially Mikayla: https://open.spotify.com/show/6FlZnWrCQCydDMUjvQLemz?si=U3nOxFjPS46p17VxsSGyOQ

    📲 Follow Us:

    Mikayla IG - https://www.instagram.com/mikaylaebarnes

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    10.08 TT - https://www.tiktok.com/@1008creations

    35 min
  • 48. How To Embrace Slow Living

    HAPPY NEW YEAR!!! We made it through! Today, we are talking about slowing down. Last year was fun, and we tried, but this year we need to slow down even more. We need to be present where we are, and we need to not stress over the little things! Let's talk about it!


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    🎧Listen to the Podcasts:

    Cozy & Thriving Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2Ch3840Dg13JZp1cIFPYEs?si=f93bd65781f4412b

    Cozy & Thriving Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/cozy-and-thriving/id1792078853

    Socially Mikayla: https://open.spotify.com/show/6FlZnWrCQCydDMUjvQLemz?si=U3nOxFjPS46p17VxsSGyOQ📲


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    Mikayla IG - https://www.instagram.com/mikaylaebarnes

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    10.08 TT - https://www.tiktok.com/@1008creations

    24 min
  • 46. If We Could Just Learn This

    Today, I get honest about overcoming burnout, setting boundaries, and letting go of perfectionism. This episode dives into the realities of hustle culture, the importance of rest, and how to audit your priorities as the year ends.Follow for more episodes on mindful living, self-care, and personal growth!


    🔗 ALL COZY THINGSwww.itsmikaylabarnes.com


    🎧Listen to the Podcasts:Cozy & Thriving Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2Ch3840Dg13JZp1cIFPYEs?si=f93bd65781f4412bCozy & Thriving Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/cozy-and-thriving/id1792078853Socially Mikayla: https://open.spotify.com/show/6FlZnWrCQCydDMUjvQLemz?si=U3nOxFjPS46p17VxsSGyOQ


    📲 Follow Us:Mikayla IG - https://www.instagram.com/mikaylaebarnesMikayla TT - https://www.tiktok.com/@mikaylaebarnes10.08 IG - https://www.instagram.com/1008creations10.08 TT - https://www.tiktok.com/@1008creations

    21 min

About Cozy and Thriving

From the publisher's feed

Cozy & Thriving is a podcast for women lives they actually want to be present for. Hosted by Mikayla Barnes, this podcast is to show that you can live slowly, intentionally, and with faith, no matter your lifestyle, while still building a meaningful, sustainable life.