Episodes
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...
Guest: Meredith Marsh
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...
223
March 20, 2025
The Writer's Mission Control: Strategies for Writing Flow with Paulette Perhach
Send Dr. Li a text here. Please leave your email address if you would like a reply, thanks. In this episode, host Dr. Christine Li engages in a meaningful conversation with Paulette Perhach, a writer, writer's coach, and the founder of Powerhouse Writers. Dr. Li delves into Paulette's background, exploring her experiences and insights as a professional writer. The interview covers Paulette's journey, from how she started writing to how she overcomes challenges and maintains productivity. Towards...
Guest: Paulette Perhach
222
March 12, 2025
Unlocking Brain Health and Sleep Optimization with Amy Lang
Send Dr. Li a text here. Please leave your email address if you would like a reply, thanks. In this profound and engaging episode of the Make Time for Success podcast, host Dr. Christine Li welcomes back her friend and colleague, Amy Lang, a certified master health coach, author, and brain health licensed trainer. Amy shares her expertise in optimizing brain health, especially for women experiencing menopause. Throughout the episode, she provides empowering insights and practical strategies for ...
Guest: Amy Lang
221
March 5, 2025
Break Free from Procrastination: 11 Steps to Being Simply Productive
Send Dr. Li a text here. Please leave your email address if you would like a reply, thanks. In the latest episode of the Make Time for Success podcast, episode 221, Dr. Christine Li dives deep into the art of breaking free from procrastination with her curated 11-step guide to being simply productive. With over twenty-five years of expertise as a psychologist and procrastination coach, Dr. Li candidly shares strategies designed to help you move past self-doubt, fear, and overwhelm. Discover how ...
220
Feb. 27, 2025
Plugging Your Energy Leaks: A Guide to Reclaiming Your Power
Send Dr. Li a text here. Please leave your email address if you would like a reply, thanks. In MTFS Episode 220, "Plug the Leaks," Dr. Christine Li brings powerful insights from her recent workshop that attracted over 100 participants eager to address their energy drains. Drawing from business coach James Wedmore's "leaky bucket" metaphor, Dr. Li guides listeners through identifying where their energy is escaping and, more importantly, why. The episode reveals common energy leaks such as insu...
219
Feb. 20, 2025
Breaking Through Resistance: A 5-Step Framework
Send Dr. Li a text here. Please leave your email address if you would like a reply, thanks. In Episode 219 of Make Time for Success, Dr. Christine Li shares a powerful 5-step framework for breaking through resistance, using decluttering as a practical example. Dr. Li walks listeners through this actionable process that can help transform overwhelming tasks into manageable achievements. Drawing from her experience leading a live decluttering session with clients from her Simply Productive program...
218
Feb. 13, 2025
Creating Your No-Guilt Zone: A Guide to Better Productivity
Send Dr. Li a text here. Please leave your email address if you would like a reply, thanks. In this solo episode of Make Time for Success, Dr. Christine Li shares valuable insights drawn from her coaching experiences and Simply Productive program, offering practical strategies for treating yourself with loving kindness and transforming daily challenges into opportunities for growth and joy. She explores essential concepts including developing a voice of loving kindness, creating a "no guilt zone...
217
Feb. 6, 2025
Time Audit 101: Breaking the Autopilot Cycle
Send Dr. Li a text here. Please leave your email address if you would like a reply, thanks. In Episode 217 of the Make Time for Success podcast, Dr. Christine Li introduces the powerful concept of a time audit to help listeners break free from unfulfilling daily routines. She guides the audience through a practical process of analyzing their time usage, starting with a simple 12-hour tracking exercise broken into 30-minute increments. The episode focuses on key strategies for transformation, ...
216
Jan. 30, 2025
The Midlife Energy Makeover Guide
Send Dr. Li a text here. Please leave your email address if you would like a reply, thanks. In this insightful episode of Make Time for Success, Dr. Christine Li discusses how to revitalize your energy in midlife. Fresh from her own experience recovering from the flu, she shares valuable perspectives on transforming old energy-draining habits into more sustainable practices. Dr. Li identifies three common habits that may be depleting your energy: the tendency to force yourself through tasks, exp...