
Ambition doesn’t have to come at the cost of your peace. In today’s episode, Mikayla gets personal about what it really looks like to build your dream life without burning out. From tunnel vision and creative overwhelm to learning how to slow down, rest, and refocus — this episode is your gentle reminder that peace isn’t the opposite of ambition, it’s the foundation for it.
If you’ve ever struggled with balancing your goals and your mental space, let’s chat.
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00:00 - Start03:51 - Having Tunnel Vision and Hidden Hustle Culture In It06:30 - Niching ACTUALLY Helps...08:22 - Never Feel Guilty For Resting09:07 - Creative Rest is Necessary to Grow10:28 - Proof That Rest Makes You More Creative12:41 - Three Ways you Can Maintain Peace16:34 - Setting Boundaries to Keep The Peace21:30 - Podcast Wrap Up