Being “that girl” isn’t about having it all together — it’s about knowing how to come back to yourself when things fall apart.

In this episode of The It Girl Life Podcast, Mishelle Kost and Meredith Walker get real about emotional regulation — what it actually looks like in everyday life, especially in high-stress moments, relationships, and leadership roles.

From snapping when you’re overwhelmed to navigating tough conversations without spiraling, this episode breaks down why emotional regulation is one of the most underrated (and powerful) skills you can develop.

They share personal stories, honest challenges, and practical tools you can use in the moment — not just when life feels calm and controlled.

Because emotional regulation isn’t about being emotionless…

It’s about being self-led.

✨ In This Episode, We Cover:

• Why emotional regulation is essential for growth — personally and professionally
• How self-awareness changes the way you respond under pressure
• Recognizing physical signs of stress before emotions take over
• Simple grounding practices to calm your nervous system
• Why writing things down helps regulate mental overload
• How to repair relationships after emotional reactions
• The power of pausing instead of pushing through
• Why empathy (for yourself and others) diffuses tension
• How mindfulness supports emotional control in real life
• Why emotional regulation is a daily practice, not a destination

This episode is your reminder that strength isn’t about never reacting — it’s about knowing how to return to center, again and again.

🎙️ Press play if you’re ready to regulate, not repress.

In this episode of It Girl Life, Mishelle Kost and Meredith Walker break down what it really takes to negotiate with confidence, clarity, and self-worth. From salary conversations to everyday life decisions, this is your reminder that you don’t ask for permission to take up space—you claim it.

Mishelle opens up about her past struggles with negotiation (hello, taking the first offer 😅), while Meredith shares how she approaches every negotiation with strategy, data, and market research. Together, they unpack the mindset shifts women must make to stop underpricing themselves and start advocating for what they truly deserve.

You’ll learn how to:
✨ Walk into negotiations grounded in your value
✨ Use research and data as your power tools
✨ Detach emotionally and negotiate with intention
✨ Shift from “hoping” to expecting fair compensation

This episode is your permission slip to stop playing small and start negotiating like you belong at every table you sit at.

💡 Takeaways

• Negotiate like you belong there.
• Knowledge is power—do your research.
• Women often underprice themselves in negotiations.
• Bring data to support your salary expectations.
• You have the right to ask for what you’re worth.

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The Phone Isn’t the Problem — The Feed Is

PSA from the It Girl Doing Her Best Club: your phone didn’t ruin your life… your algorithm might have.

In this episode, Meredith Walker and Mishelle Kost get real (and a little spicy) about screen time, social media, and why mindless scrolling leaves you feeling meh, anxious, or low-key unmotivated. Spoiler: it’s not about quitting your phone or going off-grid in a linen jumpsuit. It’s about curation, intention, and self-awareness.

We talk about:

• Why endless scrolling hits different (and not in a good way)
• How your feed shapes your mindset more than you think
• The sneaky impact of news overload
• Digital detoxes (soft launch, not extreme)
• How to Marie Kondo your social media for mental peace

This episode is your reminder that your time is expensive, your energy is sacred, and your feed should hype you up—not humble you.

You don’t need less screen time.
You need a better feed.

🎧 Listen now and join us in reclaiming our peace, one unfollow at a time.