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EPISODE · Aug 24, 2025 · 30 MIN

say no like you mean it

from Cozy and Thriving · host Mikayla Barnes

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/

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/

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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...

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