Bonus - Boundaries Meditation

We’ve arrived at the final episode of Hot Mess Magic Season 1 and the last installment of our 12 Days of Transformation series! What a journey this has been. Today, we’re not just closing a chapter; we’re stepping boldly into the next one. In this episode, I share what it truly means to step into brilliance and why brilliance isn’t about perfection—it’s about showing up fully as yourself, with all your magic and messiness. We’ll reflect on how far you’ve come, identify the next step toward your vision, and close with a powerful guided reflection to help you align with your brilliance. What You’ll Learn in This Episode: Why brilliance is something you own, not something you earn. The importance of alignment in taking your next step. How to trust your intuition and take action, even when it’s scary. A guided reflection to envision your brilliance one year from now. Your Homework for Today: 🌟Take 10 minutes today to reflect on your vision for one year from now. Imagine it’s Christmas Eve 2025, and you’re fully stepping into your brilliance—confident, grounded, and radiant.  Write down: What does your life look like? How does it feel to be in alignment with your brilliance? What is one small step you can take right now to move closer to that vision? 🌟Commit to taking that step this week. Remember, even the smallest steps create momentum. Links & Resources Mentioned: Book a Call with Michelle – You don’t have to do it alone, I’m here to guide you.  Get Gloci – Stay hydrated and nourish your body.  Join Beyond the Burnout  Want more transformation tools? Visit Visionary Playground. Follow:  Michelle - @michelleaburke Hot Mess Magic - @hotmessmagicpodcast Loved this episode? Make sure to subscribe, leave a review, and share it with someone who needs to hear this message today. You’re not just listening—you’re spreading the spark! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to Day 11 of our 12 Days of Transformation series! Today, we’re diving deep into reclaiming something uniquely yours: your spark. Life’s chaos, burnout, and endless demands can make us feel disconnected, but your spark is never truly gone—it’s waiting for you to turn inward and reignite it. In this episode, I share a personal story of losing and rediscovering my spark and offer three transformative steps to help you do the same: Self-Acknowledgment – Celebrate your wins, no matter how small. Boundaries – Protect your energy and say yes to what lights you up. Daily Rituals – Create sacred, consistent moments that honor who you are. Join me for a guided visualization to reconnect with your spark and let it grow brighter with every breath. What You’ll Learn in This Episode: How to identify when your spark is dimming. The importance of self-acknowledgment and celebrating your journey. Why boundaries are crucial to protecting your energy and your light. Simple yet powerful rituals to help you stay connected to yourself. A guided visualization to nurture your inner flame and let it shine. Your Homework for Today: 🌟Celebrate a win 🌟Start a ritual.  Links & Resources Mentioned: Book a Call with Michelle – You don’t have to do it alone, I’m here to guide you.  Get Gloci – Stay hydrated and nourish your body.  Join Beyond the Burnout  Want more transformation tools? Visit Visionary Playground. Follow:  Michelle - @michelleaburke Hot Mess Magic - @hotmessmagicpodcast Loved this episode? Make sure to subscribe, leave a review, and share it with someone who needs to hear this message today. You’re not just listening—you’re spreading the spark! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to Day 10 of the 12 Days of Transformation series! Today, we’re tackling a topic every visionary can relate to: imperfection. Let’s flip the script on perfectionism and explore how embracing your flaws can unlock your path to success. Perfection isn’t just unnecessary—it’s often the thing holding you back. Tune in to hear why taking messy, intentional action is far more powerful than waiting for the “perfect” moment. What You'll Learn: Why perfection is actually a trauma response and how it can block your progress. The truth about success: it’s built in the messy, chaotic moments. How your imperfections make you magnetic, relatable, and human. A simple action step to stop waiting for “perfect” and start moving forward today Your Homework for Today: 🌟 Reflect on one thing you’ve been holding back because it’s not “ready.” What’s one small, messy, yet intentional step you can take today? Start there—because the perfect moment is now. Links & Resources Mentioned: Book a Call with Michelle – You don’t have to do it alone, I’m here to guide you.  Get Gloci – Stay hydrated and nourish your body.  Join Beyond the Burnout  Want more transformation tools? Visit Visionary Playground. Follow:  Michelle - @michelleaburke Hot Mess Magic - @hotmessmagicpodcast Make 2025 your year of magic, purpose, and joy! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this heartfelt episode, we dive into the essence of joy—not the surface-level kind, but the deep, unshakable happiness that comes from within. Reflecting on personal experiences of burnout and rediscovery, I share how joy isn't something we earn—it's our birthright. Tune in as we explore ways to nurture the "fire element" of joy and embrace it even during life's challenges. What You’ll Learn: ✨ How joy coexists with pain and thrives in the present moment. ✨ Practical tips for reigniting your inner spark through a simple joy exercise. ✨ The role of connection, gratitude, and the fire element in cultivating lasting happiness. Your Homework for Today: 🌟 Write a list of things that bring you joy (beyond family, friends, and pets). Rate and prioritize them into daily, weekly, and monthly practices. 🌟 Anchor yourself in the present moment by practicing mindfulness and gratitude. 🌟 Share your joy—call a friend, smile at a stranger, or hug someone you love. 🌟What brings you joy? Share your thoughts and reflections with Michelle on social media or tag her in your joy list! Links & Resources Mentioned: Book a Call with Michelle – You don’t have to do it alone, I’m here to guide you.  Get Gloci – Stay hydrated and nourish your body.  Join Beyond the Burnout  Want more transformation tools? Visit Visionary Playground. Follow:  Michelle - @michelleaburke Hot Mess Magic - @hotmessmagicpodcast Make 2025 your year of magic, purpose, and joy! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to Day 8 of the 12 Days of Transformation! Today, Michelle dives into the art of building sustainable habits that align with your goals and dreams. She unpacks why New Year resolutions often fail and offers practical, simple steps to create habits that support, stretch, but don’t stress you. This episode is all about progress over perfection, starting small, and anchoring habits to routines you already have. What You'll Learn in This Episode: Why the "all or nothing" mindset sets you up for burnout. How to create tiny, intentional habits that lead to big transformations. The power of consistency over intensity when building new habits. How to anchor habits to existing routines for seamless integration. What to do when you fall off track—and why it’s not failure, it’s feedback. Your Homework for Today: Choose one habit you want to build for 2025. Keep it small, keep it simple, and anchor it to something you already do. Start messy and imperfectly! Links & Resources Mentioned: Book a Call with Michelle – You don’t have to do it alone, I’m here to guide you.  Get Gloci – Stay hydrated and nourish your body.  Join Beyond the Burnout  Want more transformation tools? Visit Visionary Playground. Follow:  Michelle - @michelleaburke Hot Mess Magic - @hotmessmagicpodcast Make 2025 your year of magic, purpose, and joy! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On day 7 of 12 Days of Transformation, I dive deep into the emotional journey of moving from survival mode to a thriving life. She shares her raw, personal story of breaking free from burnout, embracing boundaries, and reclaiming joy. This isn’t about perfection—it’s about deciding you’re worthy of thriving right now. Get ready to explore small, actionable shifts that lead to profound transformation. Key Takeaways: The Survival Mode Trap: It feels safe but ultimately keeps us caged. The Thriving Shift: Starts with deciding you’re worthy of more—no conditions, no waiting. Small, Sacred Decisions: Transformation happens through small, intentional actions. Michelle’s Story: From teaching and burnout to building a life aligned with her dreams, including moving to the beach and living on her own terms. Practical Steps to Thrive: Ask yourself, “What would the thriving version of me do today?” Your Homework for Today: Be honest with yourself…  Where in your life are you stuck in survival mode?  What is one small, bold step you can take today to move toward thriving? Links & Resources Mentioned: Book a Call with Michelle – You don’t have to do it alone, I’m here to guide you.  Get Gloci – Stay hydrated and nourish your body. Join Beyond the Burnout  Want more transformation tools? Visit Visionary Playground. Follow:  Michelle - @michelleaburke Hot Mess Magic - @hotmessmagicpodcast Make 2025 your year of magic, purpose, and joy! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to Day 6 of the 12 Days of Transformation! I can’t believe we’re just a week out from Christmas—time is flying. Today, I’m sharing something that’s been both a struggle and a revelation for me: mindset transformation. This isn’t about Pinterest-worthy quotes or quick fixes. I’m talking about the messy, tear-filled moments that lead to real, lasting change. I take you back to 2020—a year we all want to forget—and share a story of standing in a budget motel shower, completely burned out and overwhelmed. That moment was a turning point for me, where I realized that my mindset had to change if I wanted my life to change. What You’ll Hear: Why mindset is a daily practice—just like brushing your teeth. How growth happens through discomfort (and why that’s a good thing). The power of giving yourself permission to let go of old versions of you that no longer serve your growth. My Invitation to You: Take one small step today toward transforming your mindset. Maybe you reframe a negative thought, journal about a limiting belief, or take a moment to just breathe when things feel overwhelming. If you need a little extra inspiration, DM me—I’ve got 30 journaling prompts on limiting beliefs and transformation that I’d love to share with you. Resources I Mentioned: My book: Hot Mess Magic: Discover the Magic in Your Mess. Book a Call with Michelle – Let’s explore how you can reclaim your energy and thrive in 2025. Get Gloci – Stay hydrated and nourish your body. Join Beyond the Burnout  Want more transformation tools? Visit Visionary Playground. Follow:  Michelle - @michelleaburke Hot Mess Magic - @hotmessmagicpodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In Day 5 of the 12 Days of Transformation series, Michelle takes us on a reflective beach walk to explore the art of finding calm in the chaos. This powerful episode dives deep into the chaos we create in our lives—often unconsciously—and how acknowledging and accepting it can bring about profound calm. Key Highlights: Recognizing the Chaos: Often, the chaos we experience stems from within—our thoughts, emotions, and nervous system. You Are the Creator: While it’s hard to hear, owning the reality that you create your chaos is the first step to transforming it. Claiming Your Shadow: By embracing the parts of yourself you resist or feel ashamed of, you take away their power to control you. Practical Steps:Acknowledge the chaos you’ve created without judgment. Identify what you “get off on” in the chaos. What patterns or feelings are you secretly addicted to? Reframe your relationship with these aspects of yourself. Balancing Light and Shadow: True calm comes from embracing both your light and shadow sides. Actionable Insights: Daily Practice: Look in the mirror and admit, “Hello, my name is [your name], and I get off on [your chaos or pattern].” Meditation Opportunity: Michelle shares insights about an upcoming meditation titled Claiming Your Kink to help you dive deeper into your shadow self with curiosity and acceptance. Reflect and Apply: Think about the chaos in your life—whether it’s financial, emotional, or energetic. What have you been resisting or ignoring? How can you start to acknowledge it today? Stay Connected: If this episode resonated with you, share your thoughts and breakthroughs on Instagram by tagging @michelleaburke. Let’s continue the transformation together! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of Hot Mess Magic, Michelle sits down with Ashu, a coach for light leaders, to explore the transformative power of self-expression. Ashu shares her journey from struggling with societal expectations to embracing her fierce, feline-inspired energy. Together, they discuss how integrating bold self-expression can help light leaders connect deeply with their audience, build confidence, and create authentic, thriving businesses. From tackling generational trauma to unblocking the throat chakra, Ashu provides actionable insights for anyone ready to embrace their true self. What You’ll Learn in This Episode: The concept of feline energy and how it reflects different aspects of self-expression. Ashu's journey from survival to thriving through spiritual and personal growth. How societal programming impacts self-expression and confidence, especially for women. Practical tips for overcoming fear and speaking your truth. The importance of unblocking the throat and solar plexus chakras for authentic self-expression. Links & Resources Mentioned: Book a Call with Michelle – Let’s explore how you can reclaim your energy and thrive in 2025. Get Gloci – Stay hydrated and nourish your body. Want more transformation tools? Visit Visionary Playground. How to Get from Where You Are to Where You Want to Be by Jack Canfield The Five Second Rule by Mel Robbins The Body Keeps the Score by Bessel van der Kolk It Didn’t Start with You by Mark Wolynn Follow:  Michelle - @michelleaburke Hot Mess Magic - @hotmessmagicpodcast Ashu: @listeningstoriesuntold Ashu Website: listeningstoriesuntold.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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