Episodes

301
Sept. 16, 2026

Do It Scared: How to Grow When Comfort Is Holding You Back with Megan Blacksmith

Send Dr. Li a text here. Please leave your email address if you would like a reply, thanks. In this episode, Dr. Christine Li welcomes transformation leader Megan Blacksmith to discuss the power of "doing it scared" when growth feels daunting and comfort is holding you back. Together, they explore why waiting for the “right time” is often a trap, the ways our subconscious beliefs keep us stuck, and how to proactively choose transformation before circumstances force your hand. Megan Blacksmith...
300
Sept. 9, 2026

How to Reset and Reconnect: A Quick Meditation for Daily Clarity

Send Dr. Li a text here. Please leave your email address if you would like a reply, thanks. In this special 300th episode of the Make Time for Success podcast, Dr. Christine Li guides listeners through a gentle, hope-filled meditation designed for daily clarity, reset, and reconnection. Celebrate new beginnings, learn how to release stress, and harness the power of intentional choices to shape your reality. Take a deep breath, open yourself to possibilities, and make time for success—one mind...
299
Sept. 2, 2026

The Clutter-Guilt Cycle (Part 2): Decluttering Without the Shame Spiral

Send Dr. Li a text here. Please leave your email address if you would like a reply, thanks. In this uplifting second part of a 2-part series, Dr. Christine Li guides listeners through strategies for breaking the cycle of clutter and guilt. Learn how to declutter your space—and your mind—while releasing shame and embracing joy along the way. Discover practical tips to protect your energy, stay focused on your goals, and celebrate every small victory as you transform your home and your habits. ...
298
Aug. 26, 2026

The Clutter-Guilt Cycle (Part 1): How Your Stuff Becomes a Source of Shame

Send Dr. Li a text here. Please leave your email address if you would like a reply, thanks. In this episode, Dr. Christine Li kicks off a two-part series exploring our complicated relationship with clutter. She delves into why clutter is so toxic in our lives, examining how our upbringing trains us to accumulate and attach meaning to our possessions. Dr. Christine Li unpacks the emotional toll clutter takes, from feelings of loss, guilt, and shame, to the depletion of our energy and coping ab...
297
Aug. 19, 2026

Setting Yourself Up for Success: Preparation Tips for Overwhelming Tasks

Send Dr. Li a text here. Please leave your email address if you would like a reply, thanks. This episode is all about conquering overwhelming tasks by setting yourself up for success. Dr. Christine Li shares seven actionable preparation strategies—including clearing mental and physical clutter, becoming your own biggest supporter, enlisting friends for accountability, using time wisely with deadlines and time limits, setting a positive philosophy, and reconnecting with your “why.” These pract...
296
Aug. 12, 2026

Friendship Skills for Adults with ADHD and Autism: Tips from Caroline Maguire

Send Dr. Li a text here. Please leave your email address if you would like a reply, thanks. Discover the journey to authentic and fulfilling friendships as an adult—especially for those with ADHD and autism. In this episode, hosts Dr. Christine Li and ADHD coach Caroline Maguire explore the challenges and triumphs of making friends when you're neurodivergent or newly diagnosed. They discuss overcoming shame, letting go of unhealthy expectations, and embracing your true self, along with practi...
295
Aug. 5, 2026

Tired of Breaking Promises to Yourself? Here's How to Keep Your Word

Send Dr. Li a text here. Please leave your email address if you would like a reply, thanks. In this episode, Dr. Christine Li explores the challenges of staying consistent with habits and explains why relying on motivation alone is unreliable. She shares actionable strategies for cultivating true consistency, focusing on increasing personal capacity, practicing positive self-talk, being present, simplifying routines, and reducing mental "noise." Listeners will learn how to move from dissatisf...
294
July 29, 2026

Break Free from Stagnation with These 8 Productivity Strategies

Send Dr. Li a text here. Please leave your email address if you would like a reply, thanks. Feeling stuck in procrastination and unable to reach your full potential? In this episode, Dr. Christine Li shares her top 8 tried-and-true productivity strategies to help you let go of overwhelm, show up confidently, and create meaningful progress every day. Learn how to ease up on self-judgment, banish stagnation, set boundaries, avoid time waste, and celebrate every win—big or small. Get ready to pl...
293
July 22, 2026

Sleep Better, Live Better: The Rest Reset You Need

Send Dr. Li a text here. Please leave your email address if you would like a reply, thanks. Discover why sleep may be the missing link in your productivity and well-being journey in this episode of the Make Time for Success podcast. Dr. Christine Li explores the essential role of rest and sleep in optimizing your mind and body, breaking free from exhaustion, and creating a sustainable, successful lifestyle. Learn practical strategies to revamp your approach to rest, tips for better sleep, and...
292
July 15, 2026

Top Reasons You Don't Finish Tasks (And How to Overcome Them)

Send Dr. Li a text here. Please leave your email address if you would like a reply, thanks. Ever wonder why you struggle to finish what you start? In this episode, Dr. Christine Li reveals the common reasons tasks remain unfinished—from distractions and overwhelm to the "murky middle" of messy projects. She shares practical strategies and mindset resets to help you finally close those open loops, boost your self-trust, and become someone who completes what matters most. Timestamps 00:00:00 In...
291
July 8, 2026

The GAP Between Procrastination and Progress: A 5-Step Habit Reset

Send Dr. Li a text here. Please leave your email address if you would like a reply, thanks. Are you stuck procrastinating and struggling to move forward on something important? In this episode, Dr. Christine Li reveals the 5-step process she uses with clients to bridge the gap between procrastination and progress—all within just seven days. Learn how to choose a specific goal, commit fully, track your efforts, and cultivate the identity of a doer. Get quick, practical strategies to develop ne...
290
July 2, 2026

Building Lasting Success: Learn the Habits of High Performers with James Laughlin

Send Dr. Li a text here. Please leave your email address if you would like a reply, thanks. In this inspiring episode, Dr. Christine Li welcomes seven-time world champion musician, bestselling author, and high-performance leadership coach James Laughlin to the podcast. Together, they explore what it truly means to be a high performer, debunking the myth that it’s reserved for a select few or achieved through hustle alone. James Laughlin shares how simple, consistent habits—rather than massive...
289
June 24, 2026

How to Re-Energize Your Home and Life: The Simply Productive Method Explained

Send Dr. Li a text here. Please leave your email address if you would like a reply, thanks. In this episode, Dr. Christine Li shares her Simply Productive Method, a five-step process designed to help women—especially those in midlife—overcome clutter, limiting beliefs, and resistance to achieve their goals with greater ease and positivity. Drawing from her experience running the Re-energize Your Home challenge, Dr. Christine Li breaks down the common struggles her clients face and offers empo...
288
June 17, 2026

Increase Productivity and Consistency with This $3 Visual Habit Tracker

Send Dr. Li a text here. Please leave your email address if you would like a reply, thanks. In this episode, Dr. Christine Li shares a simple yet powerful habit-tracking experiment using a $3 pack of star stickers and an old grid notebook. She details how this visual tracking method boosted her productivity, increased consistency, reduced task resistance, and added fun and celebration to her daily routines. Learn how to conquer procrastination, stay organized, and make progress on important h...
287
June 10, 2026

5 Questions to Kickstart Your Decluttering Journey Today

Send Dr. Li a text here. Please leave your email address if you would like a reply, thanks. In this episode, Dr. Christine Li tackles the challenges and emotional weight of clutter, explaining how it keeps us rooted in the past and drains our time, energy, and enthusiasm. She shares five powerful questions designed to help you gain insight into your clutter, discover what’s truly holding you back, and empower you to take actionable steps—starting today. Whether you’re overwhelmed or just read...
286
June 3, 2026

4 Common Roadblocks to Success (and How to Clear Them)

Send Dr. Li a text here. Please leave your email address if you would like a reply, thanks. In this episode, Dr. Christine Li explores the four most common roadblocks to personal and professional success: lack of focus, perfectionism, overwhelm, and physical clutter. She breaks down how each roadblock shows up, why it matters to remove them, and offers practical tips for clearing your path forward—helping you create more time, energy, and progress in your life. Timestamps 00:00:00: Christine ...
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May 27, 2026

How to Organize Your Home Based on Personality: Insights from Clutterbug Cas Aarssen

Send Dr. Li a text here. Please leave your email address if you would like a reply, thanks. Discover how to organize your home according to your unique personality with organizing expert Cas Aarssen, also known as Clutterbug. In this lively episode, Dr. Christine Li interviews Cas Aarssen about her journey from self-described "super slob" to bestselling author and creator of the Clutterbug organizing philosophy. Learn about the four different organizing styles, the connection between self-bel...
Guest: Cas Aarssen
284
May 20, 2026

4 Essential Strategies to Prepare Your Mind for Progress

Send Dr. Li a text here. Please leave your email address if you would like a reply, thanks. In this episode, Christine Li shares her top strategies for preparing your mind to make real progress, whether you're battling procrastination or feeling ready to take on new goals. Discover how to pair thoughts with action, fuel your work with desire instead of fear, set specific and doable goals, and strengthen your decision-making skills. Get inspired to step into your full power, take consistent ac...
283
May 13, 2026

Effortless Speaking: Secrets to a Resilient and Healthy Voice with Christine Sofiane Katzenmaier

Send Dr. Li a text here. Please leave your email address if you would like a reply, thanks. In this episode, Dr. Christine Li welcomes Christine Sofiane, a licensed speech pathologist, vocal health and performance coach, and trained opera singer. Discover practical tools, science-based strategies, and mindset shifts to overcome vocal fatigue, boost your speaking confidence, and harness the true power of your voice in any professional or personal setting. Timestamps 00:02:12 Dr. Christine Li w...
282
May 6, 2026

5 Common Mistakes That Lead to Overwhelm—And How to Reverse Them

Send Dr. Li a text here. Please leave your email address if you would like a reply, thanks. Feeling overwhelmed? In this episode, Dr. Christine Li unpacks five common mistakes that can lead anyone into a state of overwhelm, from lacking a clear vision to getting stuck in decision paralysis. She also offers actionable strategies to reverse engineer your way out of overwhelm, helping you rediscover joy, regain focus, and start making meaningful progress towards your goals. Timestamps 00:00:00: ...
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April 29, 2026

Stop Feeling Stuck: A Simple Problem-Solving Process Explained

Send Dr. Li a text here. Please leave your email address if you would like a reply, thanks. In this episode, Dr. Christine Li shares her simple, actionable framework for moving from feeling stuck and overwhelmed by problems to taking effective action. Through reflective questions and easy-to-follow steps, she helps listeners identify their main challenges, understand their emotional responses, and break through procrastination and resistance. By focusing on one problem at a time and clearing ...
280
April 22, 2026

Transform Overwhelm Into Action With These Productivity Tips

Send Dr. Li a text here. Please leave your email address if you would like a reply, thanks. In this episode, Dr. Christine Li shares a powerful and practical technique to help you break through feelings of overwhelm and stagnation. She reflects on her own recent struggle with unbudging to-do list items and introduces two actionable list-making strategies that can help you regain momentum, boost your energy, and make productivity feel easy again. Whether you're looking to tidy up, address resi...
279
April 15, 2026

From Chaos to Clarity: Empowering Mindset Shifts for Women

Send Dr. Li a text here. Please leave your email address if you would like a reply, thanks. In this episode, Dr. Christine Li empowers women to shift from chaos and stress to clarity. She explores why stress and overwhelm often accompany our to-do lists and clutter, and offers practical mindset strategies for releasing negativity and reclaiming agency over daily life. Listeners are guided to recognize their inherent clarity, start with small steps, and embrace success with a lighter, more pro...
278
April 8, 2026

Breaking Through Negative Stories: Reframe Your Beliefs for Success

Send Dr. Li a text here. Please leave your email address if you would like a reply, thanks. In this episode, Dr. Christine Li explores the impact of mindset on achieving success and overcoming negative self-talk. Drawing from her experience as a psychologist and procrastination coach, she discusses how to recognize and reframe limiting beliefs, replace negative stories with empowering perspectives, and harness positive energy to create lasting change. Listeners will learn practical strategies...