Episodes

247
Sept. 3, 2025

How Your Environment Influences Your Voice and Confidence with Tracy Goodwin

Send Dr. Li a text here. Please leave your email address if you would like a reply, thanks. On this episode of Make Time for Success, Dr. Christine Li welcomes voice expert Tracy Goodwin to discuss how our physical and emotional clutter is often tied to our identity, energy, and personal growth. Tune in as they unpack why we hold onto things, how clutter impacts our well-being, and how finding your voice—literally and figuratively—can help you let go and step into new possibilities. Voice res...
Guest: Tracy Goodwin
246
Aug. 27, 2025

Finding Focus in a Distracted World: Tips from Esmeralda Morales

Send Dr. Li a text here. Please leave your email address if you would like a reply, thanks. In this episode of the Make Time for Success podcast, Dr. Christine Li is joined by TikToker and creative storyteller Esmeralda Morales to discuss how to find focus and reclaim creativity in a world full of digital distractions. Esmeralda shares her personal journey of shifting to a more intentional, low-tech lifestyle centered around journaling, including the transformative power of morning pages, her...
245
Aug. 20, 2025

Lighten Your Midlife Load: 3 Ways to Release Clutter, Pressure, and Energy Drains

Send Dr. Li a text here. Please leave your email address if you would like a reply, thanks. In episode 245 of the Make Time for Success podcast, Dr. Christine Li dives into the challenges and unique opportunities of midlife, focusing on how women can lighten their emotional and physical loads. She explores the energy drains that often come with this life phase—like clutter, overwhelming obligations, and outdated routines—and offers three practical strategies for decluttering, setting better b...
244
Aug. 13, 2025

7 Surprising Productivity Traps to Avoid in Midlife

Send Dr. Li a text here. Please leave your email address if you would like a reply, thanks. In this episode of the Make Time for Success podcast, Dr. Christine Li dives into the common productivity traps that tend to hold us back during midlife. She shares seven key habits that can sap our energy, add stress, and hinder our progress—including multitasking, always pushing through, ignoring energy cycles, overcommitting, letting emotional drains linger, caring too much about others’ opinions, a...
243
Aug. 6, 2025

Thriving as Your True Self: Advice on Self-Discovery and Embracing Neurodivergence with Natasha Nurse

Send Dr. Li a text here. Please leave your email address if you would like a reply, thanks. In this heartfelt episode of the Make Time for Success podcast, Dr. Christine Li welcomes back the vibrant Natasha Nurse, Managing Director at MRM Education, for a candid conversation on self-discovery, late-in-life neurodivergent diagnosis, and embracing authenticity. Natasha shares her personal journey with ADHD and autism, the transformative impact of understanding her neurodivergence, and how this ...
242
July 30, 2025

How to Break Free from Overwhelm and Decision Paralysis: 4 Powerful Steps

Send Dr. Li a text here. Please leave your email address if you would like a reply, thanks. Feeling overwhelmed or weighed down by indecision? In this episode of Make Time for Success, Dr. Christine Li shares actionable strategies to help you break free from procrastination, clear mental clutter, and tackle decision paralysis. Discover how focusing on just one thing, celebrating small wins, and reconnecting with your goals can set you back on a path of confidence and momentum. Don’t miss the ...
241
July 23, 2025

Want to Manifest More? It All Begins with This One Practice

Send Dr. Li a text here. Please leave your email address if you would like a reply, thanks. Ever wondered how journaling can transform your dreams into reality? In this episode of Make Time for Success, Dr. Christine Li shares her personal journey from journal newbie to dedicated journaler—and reveals the surprising ways this simple habit can bring clarity, motivation, and even a little magic into your day-to-day life. Discover practical tips for creating a journaling practice that fits your ...
240
July 16, 2025

How to Overcome Comparisonitis and Perfectionism at Work

Send Dr. Li a text here. Please leave your email address if you would like a reply, thanks. In this episode, Dr. Christine Li addresses a listener’s question about dealing with comparison and perfectionism, especially in demanding fields like the fashion industry. She explores how these protective habits often keep us stuck in self-doubt and shares practical, uplifting strategies to break free from the need to measure up to others or strive for unrealistic standards. Dr. Li offers mindful too...
239
July 9, 2025

Top Reasons You’re Struggling with Consistency (& How to Fix Them)

Send Dr. Li a text here. Please leave your email address if you would like a reply, thanks. Struggling with staying consistent in your routines? You’re not alone! In this week’s episode, Dr. Christine Li dives deep into the real-life barriers to consistency, from people-pleasing and perfectionism to lack of clarity and negative self-talk. Plus, she shares actionable remedies and mindset tips to help you crush your goals without guilt or overwhelm. Get ready to transform how you show up for yo...
238
July 2, 2025

How to Reach New Levels of Performance with Better Energy

Send Dr. Li a text here. Please leave your email address if you would like a reply, thanks. Ever wonder why some days you feel unstoppable, while others it's tough to focus for even 10 minutes? In this episode, Dr. Christine Li reveals her top insights on energy—how to preserve, amplify, and get it working for your biggest goals. Discover how mindset, meaningful activities, and taking care of your body and mind can unlock powerful levels of performance and success. Tune in to learn how to get...
237
June 25, 2025

8 Distractions You Can Ditch Today for Better Focus

Send Dr. Li a text here. Please leave your email address if you would like a reply, thanks. Ready to stop getting distracted and feel more accomplished every day? In this episode, Dr. Christine Li shares eight surprisingly simple habits that might be keeping you from your goals—and how you can break free from them quickly. With relatable stories and actionable advice, she reveals how letting go of comparison, clutter, perfectionism, and more can transform your focus and boost your productivit...
236
June 19, 2025

How to Finally Do the Thing You’ve Been Avoiding

Send Dr. Li a text here. Please leave your email address if you would like a reply, thanks. Have you ever found yourself avoiding that one nagging task on your to-do list, no matter how much it weighs on your mind? In this special, interactive episode of Make Time for Success, Dr. Christine Li takes you step-by-step through a powerful exercise to tackle the thing you keep putting off. You'll learn how to identify your resistance, boost your sense of personal power, and finally take action—all...
235
June 11, 2025

The Three Essentials for Transforming Your Habits

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 insights inspired by hosting her recent Re-Energize Your Home Five Day Challenge, focusing on how to finally break old habits and build new, empowering ones. She explains the three essentials of habit change, why clutter keeps us stuck, and how to shift your mindset for lasting transformation—without the self-criticism. Plus, she offers a dose of encouragement a...
234
June 4, 2025

Overcoming Self-Doubt: The Power of Bold Decisions and Imperfect Action with Meredith Marsh

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 sits down with YouTube and video marketing expert Meredith Marsh to unpack the journey of doing things you once thought you’d never do. Meredith shares the personal story behind her meaningful tattoo and how embracing new, “out-of-character” experiences—from starting her YouTube channel to building a thriving business—has transformed her life. The conversatio...
233
May 28, 2025

The Secret Habit That Rewires Your Brain for Success and Confidence

Send Dr. Li a text here. Please leave your email address if you would like a reply, thanks. In this uplifting episode of the Make Time for Success podcast, Dr. Christine Li shares her favorite habit for breaking through negativity and feeling stuck: celebrating your wins, no matter how small. Drawing from her own experience with group coaching and the success of her clients, she explains how taking time to recognize your achievements can boost your momentum, consistency, and overall joy. Dr. ...
232
May 21, 2025

Unfreeze Yourself: 7 Powerful Ways to Get Out of the Stuck Zone and Back into Flow

Send Dr. Li a text here. Please leave your email address if you would like a reply, thanks. Feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or frozen in place? In this bite-sized episode of Make Time for Success, Dr. Christine Li unpacks why our nervous system sometimes makes us freeze—and how it’s actually a protective response, not a personal failing. Christine shares practical, science-backed strategies you can use right away to reset, unfreeze, and gently move forward—like breathing techniques, movement, tap...
231
May 14, 2025

5 Real Ways to Build Self-Discipline (Without Burning Out or Beating Yourself Up)

Send Dr. Li a text here. Please leave your email address if you would like a reply, thanks. Ready to build self-discipline without the stress and self-criticism? In this episode, Dr. Christine Li shares five compassionate and psychology-backed strategies to help you become more consistent and productive—without burning out. Christine explores how to anchor your goals in your “why,” use micro-movements to overcome resistance, tap into your natural energy, celebrate your wins along the way, and...
230
May 7, 2025

From Guilty Pleasure to Self-Care: Embracing Creativity in Everyday Routines with Kate Ward

Send Dr. Li a text here. Please leave your email address if you would like a reply, thanks. In this episode of the Make Time for Success podcast, Dr. Christine Li is joined by creative textile artist and arts community leader Kate Ward. Together, they dive into the therapeutic benefits of creativity and how making art—even for just a few minutes a day—can support mindfulness, well-being, and stress relief. Kate discusses her lifelong passion for art, how to overcome the “guilty pleasure” mind...
Guest: Kate Ward
229
April 30, 2025

Staying in the Game: Mindset Shifts for Creative Success with Paul Schmidt

Send Dr. Li a text here. Please leave your email address if you would like a reply, thanks. In this episode, Dr. Christine Li sits down with Paul Schmidt, a seasoned voice actor and voice-over business coach, to discuss the realities and mindset required for long-term success in creative careers. Paul shares his 26-year journey from radio to voice acting, including the pivotal moments and setbacks that shaped his path. The conversation dives into the power of perseverance, the importance of know...
Guest: Paul Schmidt
228
April 24, 2025

The Emotional Roots of Clutter: Understanding and Overcoming Resistance with Dr. Stacy Scott

Send Dr. Li a text here. Please leave your email address if you would like a reply, thanks. In this episode of the Make Time for Success podcast, Dr. Christine Li welcomes her guest Stacy Scott, an occupational therapist, feng shui expert, and decluttering specialist. Stacy shares her unique journey and insights on how personal trauma and subconscious patterns often manifest in our physical spaces as clutter. Through a blend of occupational therapy, feng shui, and personal healing, Stacy guides ...
Guest: Stacy Scott
227
April 16, 2025

Breaking the Cycle of Disappointment: A New Approach to Habits and Weight Management with Rita Black

Send Dr. Li a text here. Please leave your email address if you would like a reply, thanks. In this episode of the Make Time for Success podcast, Dr. Christine Li is joined once again by the wonderful Rita Black—clinical hypnotist, weight management expert, and smoking cessation pro—for a candid and energizing conversation on breaking free from cycles of disappointment and self-sabotage. Rita shares her own story of struggling with weight and smoking, and reveals how she used hypnosis and a shif...
Guest: Rita Black
226
April 9, 2025

Mastering Self-Respect and Boundaries to Conquer Anxiety

Send Dr. Li a text here. Please leave your email address if you would like a reply, thanks. In this episode, Dr. Christine Li dives into the crucial topics of self-respect and boundaries. She shares her insights on how not maintaining these can lead to increased anxiety and a sense of overwhelm due to external expectations, judgments, and criticisms. Dr. Li emphasizes the importance of having the ability to filter what should and shouldn't impact us, keeping most outside influences out of our "a...
225
April 3, 2025

Creating a Cascade of Confidence: Rewire Your Brain with Positive Thoughts

Send Dr. Li a text here. Please leave your email address if you would like a reply, thanks. Get ready to boost your self-confidence and banish negativity with the latest episode of the Make Time for Success podcast! In Episode 225, Dr. Christine Li introduces a powerful exercise called the "affirmations waterfall." This technique is designed to fill your mind with positive thoughts, helping you to overcome self-limiting beliefs and head straight for your goals. Discover how to craft your own cas...
224
March 26, 2025

Master Your Schedule: Quick Wins for a Happier Life

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 ten-step exercise that she introduced to her Success Lab clients. With a focus on creating an effective game plan for a span of two to three days, this exercise is designed to help you make the most of your time and energy, whether you're looking to maximize a weekend or refocus during the middle of a hectic workweek. Dr. Li guides you through her tho...