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The spring of 2026 is about to be your best one yet. We talk about moving past "spring cleaning" as a chore and seeing it as a way to make room for your new growth! We’re diving into the psychology of seasonal shifts, why we feel the urge to "prune" our lives, and how to align your physical space with the person you are becoming!!

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Do you ever feel like the more you love your work, the harder it is to actually turn your brain off? Lets dive into the "Creator’s Paradox", the cycle of ambition that makes us forget how to just be. We’re talking about separating your identity from your hustle, setting boundaries that actually stick, and learning how to build a life you’re actually present for, not just one you’re constantly "creating" for.

If you’ve been feeling like your "ambitious side" is taking over your "human side," this episode is your permission to slow down and reconnect.

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

Cozy & Thriving YouTube:

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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

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🕰️ 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?

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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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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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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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🎧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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