Don’t mind my dog feeling frisky at the end! 😆

But honestly, I don’t know about you, but every September I start to feel the wheels spinning a little faster. Between back-to-school energy, routines shifting, and the holidays creeping up, fall can start to feel like a marathon… and honestly? I’m usually already tired by October.

This year I told myself—nope. Not again. Fall is supposed to feel grounding, cozy, and intentional. So that’s what I’m choosing. And that’s exactly why I created The Cozy Fall Reset.

It’s not a course or some overwhelming program—because who needs another to-do list? The Cozy Fall Reset is a really gentle way to pause, breathe, and get grounded before the holiday chaos hits.

Here’s what you’ll get:

* A cozy pre-recorded workshop that drops September 21st.

* A 5-day intentional living challenge that starts on the fall equinox, September 22nd.

* A printable workbook with journal prompts to help you reflect and let go of what’s been draining you.

* And a free month inside my private Substack community where you’ll get access to exclusive content, prompts, and my private podcast.

* Plus a bonus Q&A video

It’s simple, but it’s powerful. Because slowing down doesn’t have to be complicated.

So, if you’ve been feeling like this year is already running away from you—or you’re just craving more calm and less chaos as we head into the holidays—I’d love for you to join me.

This is about choosing to reset now, instead of waiting until you’re burned out.

Let’s make this fall feel like it’s actually ours again—grounding, cozy, and intentional.

See you inside: https://stan.store/XuanKlevecka/p/-the-cozy-fall-reset

xo, Xuan

Ever finally get some time to yourself… and then spend it reorganizing your email folders, cleaning out the fridge, or binge-watching other people live their lives online?

Yeah, me too.

In this episode, we’re talking about self-sabotage—but not the big, obvious kind. I’m talking about the cozy, sneaky, disguised-as-productivity kind. The kind that looks like “I just need to do one more thing first…” but actually keeps us stuck in place.

We’ll unpack:

* What self-sabotage really is (spoiler: it’s fear in a cardigan)

* Sneaky ways it shows up in everyday life

* Why we do it (even when we don’t want to)

* And how to gently shift the pattern without shaming yourself or going into “fix it” mode

This isn’t about being more disciplined. It’s about noticing the blocks we quietly put in our own way—and learning to move through them with self-compassion and one tiny step at a time.

You’re not broken. You’re not lazy. You’re just human.

JOURNAL PROMPTS

* Where does self-sabotage tend to show up in your life? What does it look like for you?

* What fear might be hiding underneath your procrastination, perfectionism, or overthinking?

* What’s one small, doable next step you could take, even if it’s not “perfect”?

Scarcity tells us there’s never enough.Not enough time.Not enough money.Not enough opportunities.And definitely not enough of you to go around.

When you’re stuck in scarcity mode, everything feels urgent. You overthink. You overwork. You overextend. You say yes when you don’t have the capacity. You scroll when your nervous system is fried, then feel even worse. Because scarcity doesn’t want you grounded—it wants you anxious and distracted.

But here’s the truth…presence and peace can’t exist in a brain running on desperation. If we want to live intentionally, we have to stop running from the fear that we’re falling behind.

In this episode, we explore:

* What the scarcity mindset really is (and how sneaky it can be)

* How it disconnects us from the life we already have

* Why living intentionally requires feeling safe in the now

* And how to start shifting out of scarcity—even when the fear feels real

You don’t have to hustle for enoughness. You don’t have to earn rest. You’re already worthy of a life that feels full, even if everything isn’t perfect.

Sometimes life is just… a lot.

And the truth is, we can’t always make the stress go away. The bills still need to be paid. The kids still need snacks. The hard conversations, the busy seasons, the emotional weight—we can’t always opt out.

But we can shift how we carry it.

In this episode, we talk about:

* The difference between stressors and your response to them

* Why mindset isn’t a magic wand, but it does make a difference

* How to notice when you're carrying more than you need to

* Ways to soften your grip, change your pace, or reframe the pressure

This isn’t about toxic positivity or pretending everything’s fine. It’s about empowering yourself to show up differently, even when the circumstances stay the same.

You are allowed to choose ease—even when life is hard.

Journal Prompts:

* What are the biggest stressors in your life right now? (No filter. Just name them.)

* Which of these are within your control? Which aren’t?

* How might you shift the way you respond to (or carry) one of them this week?

Why do we treat the start of the school year like a sprint… when it’s actually a marathon?

In this episode of Cozy Notes, we’re talking about that frantic back-to-school energy—the supplies, the sign-ups, the packed calendar—and how it leaves so many of us (and our kids) burned out before October even hits. Whether your kids are homeschooled or in traditional school, the pressure to do all the things right away is real.

But here’s the thing: you don’t have to do it that way this year.

We’ll dig into:

* Why we confuse excitement with urgency

* The “good mom” myth that drives us to overcommit

* What really happens when we start the year too hard

* How to build softer, saner rhythms that actually last

✨ This is your reminder that you don’t have to do it all, all at once. Start with what matters most—connection, rest, and rhythm—and let the rest unfold.

🧘‍♀️ Want gentle support as you slow down and create more space this season? Join me for Anchor In, my 6-week guided audio experience. No Zoom calls, no pressure—just cozy, grounding guidance to help you breathe and reset.

👉🏼 Learn more here

If this episode gave you a little sigh of relief, would you do me a quick favor? Share it with a friend who’s already knee-deep in the back-to-school chaos, or leave a review on Apple or Spotify. It helps so much, and I’m so grateful you’re here.

xo, Xuan

We love to blame our phones. The endless scroll, the tabs we forget to close, the constant notifications...

But what if distraction isn’t just about the device? What if it’s actually about what we’re trying not to feel?

In this episode, we’re digging into distraction—not just as a habit, but as a protective mechanism. Because sometimes, it’s not about procrastination. It’s about avoidance—of discomfort, boredom, grief, confrontation, or the reminder that this life is finite and fleeting.

Here’s what we’ll explore:

* Why distraction is often a symptom, not the problem

* The hard truths we try to avoid (and how that avoidance affects us)

* Why presence is so hard—but also so powerful

* How to gently come back to what matters without shame or self-judgment

No finger-wagging. Just real talk. Because sometimes the most revolutionary thing we can do… is feel the thing.

Journal Prompts:

* What do you tend to reach for when you’re uncomfortable, overwhelmed, or bored?

* What feelings or truths might you be avoiding when you distract yourself?

* What’s one small thing you can do today to be more present in your own life?

At some point, many of us started living like passengers.

Letting the schedule, the job, the expectations, the noise—all of it—dictate our days.But friend, here’s the thing: you’re the one holding the keys.

In this episode, we’re talking about what it means to step into the driver’s seat of your own life—especially if you’ve been coasting, detouring, or letting someone else call the shots.

We’ll explore:

* The sneaky ways we give up control without realizing it

* How self-sabotage, fear, and people-pleasing keep us in the back seat

* What it looks like to take the wheel again (without flooring it into burnout)

This isn’t about having it all figured out.

It’s about being honest about where you’re going—and brave enough to drive there on your terms.

Journal Prompts:

* Where in your life are you still waiting for someone else’s permission to go for what you want?

* What’s one area where you’ve been sitting in the back seat? What would it look like to move forward and take the wheel?

* If you were truly in charge of your day-to-day life, what’s one thing that would change?

If everything in your life feels urgent and high-stakes, this episode is your reminder: it’s not. You don’t have to micromanage every little thing for life to work out. In fact, gripping so tightly often leaves you more stressed and less present.

We’ll explore why we develop this “death grip” on life, how it drains our energy, and what it looks like to care deeply without clinging tightly. I’ll share a personal story about when I had to let go, plus practical steps for easing your hold without letting everything fall apart.

We’ll talk about:

* The cultural and personal roots of over-controlling

* How gripping harder leads to more anxiety, not more success

* Simple mindset shifts to replace force with trust

* What “softer structure” looks like in real life

If you’re ready to breathe a little easier and make space for what really matters, join me inside Anchor In—my 6-week guided audio experience starting August 4. No Zoom calls, no pressure—just gentle, real-life support.

Let's Anchor In together https://www.xuanklevecka.co/anchor-in

This episode was about capacity—the invisible thing that makes all the difference.Because when your tank is full, you can handle a snack request without spiraling.And when it’s empty? That same request might send you into full shutdown mode.

It’s not about being dramatic.It’s about being honest with where you’re at—and what you need.

So let’s get curious (not judgmental) and make a little space to reflect.

As always: you don’t need a perfect notebook. The back of an old grocery list works just fine. I’ve also been known to write things out in my Notes app between errands. Do what works for you.

Quick Recap:

When we’re running on empty, everything feels harder.

But when we build capacity, we give ourselves margin—room to breathe, pause, and respond instead of react.

This isn’t about perfect balance. It’s about noticing and refilling before we hit that breaking point.

Journal Prompts:

* How do you know when you’re at (or near) capacity? What are the signs in your body, mood, or habits?

* What helps you feel grounded, calm, or more like yourself again?

* Make a “refill menu”—a short list of small, doable things that help restore your energy. (Ex: a walk, a slow morning, texting a friend, music that lifts you.)

* What’s one thing you can remove or say no to this week to protect your energy?

I’ll be back next week!

xo, Xuan

P.S. If this episode reminded you that you’ve been running on empty, and you're ready to Anchor In and create more space in your life for peace, energy, and ease—come join my 6-week guided group experience. Anchor In is all about taking small, steady steps to live more intentionally—without overwhelm.

Ever feel torn between being the reliable one and actually resting for once? Same.

In this episode of Cozy Notes, we’re talking about that tricky middle ground—where self-care meets community care. Because saying no all the time isn’t the vibe—but neither is saying yes until you’re a shell of a human being.

You’ll hear:

* Why “protect your peace” doesn’t mean cutting yourself off from everyone

* What to do when you want to help but don’t actually have the energy

* Gentle questions to ask before you commit (or decline)

* How slow living helps us find the middle, not the extremes

✨ Let’s stop trying to be everything to everyone. Let’s be real, intentional, and human instead.

⚓ Let’s Anchor In together

Ready to stop overgiving and start living in a way that honors your energy and your relationships?

Join me for Anchor In, my cozy 6-week guided audio experience starting August 4.No Zoom calls, no pressure—just weekly voice notes and a breath of fresh air.

👉🏼 https://www.xuanklevecka.co/anchor-in