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April 3, 2026

Does your time feel like it’s slipping away…

Does your time feel like it’s slipping away…

Does your time feel like it’s slipping away… like your attention is scattered in a hundred directions? It’s not because you don’t have time. It’s because you’ve forgotten something powerful… ✨ You are the center of your life. Not your schedule. Not your responsibilities. Not the noise around you. You.…

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April 2, 2026

I’m creating a positive habit loop

I’m creating a positive habit loop

I’m creating a positive habit loop. I’m taking my time back. Not by doing more… but by becoming more intentional. ✨ Being mindful of how I spend my time ✨ Putting myself back at the center of my life ✨ Tracking what’s actually happening (not what I think is happening)…

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April 1, 2026

EP#277 - What to Do When You Feel Like You Have No Time for Yourself

EP#277 - What to Do When You Feel Like You Have No Time for Yourself

In this episode, Dr. Christine Li explores the feeling of having no time for yourself and shares practical strategies to reclaim your time, energy, and sense of control. She discusses why time loss happens, how to recenter yourself, the power of tracking your activities, simplifying your commitments, and creating more…

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April 1, 2026

What to Do When You Feel Like You Have No Time for Yourself

What to Do When You Feel Like You Have No Time for Yourself

Send Dr. Li a text here. Please leave your email address if you would like a reply, thanks. (https://www.buzzsprout.com/1504300/fan_mail/new) In this episode, Dr. Christine Li explores the feeling of having no time for yourself and shares practical strategies to reclaim your time, energy, and sense of control. She discusses why…

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March 30, 2026

Your work should not have a stranglehold on your life

Your work should not have a stranglehold on your life

𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗸 𝘀𝗵𝗼𝘂𝗹𝗱 𝗻𝗼𝘁 𝗵𝗮𝘃𝗲 𝗮 𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗹𝗲𝗵𝗼𝗹𝗱 𝗼𝗻 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗹𝗶𝗳𝗲. Read that again. If it’s costing you your sleep… Your peace… Your energy… It’s gone too far. There is a line. And you get to decide not to cross it. ✨ I will do my best ✨ But I will…

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March 27, 2026

Progress creates energy

Progress creates energy

𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗴𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗰𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗲𝘀 𝗲𝗻𝗲𝗿𝗴𝘆. 𝗣𝗲𝗿𝗳𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗱𝗿𝗮𝗶𝗻𝘀 𝗶𝘁. Perfectionism doesn’t make you better… It makes you stuck. Overthinking. Over-editing. Over-correcting. Until the energy is gone before the work is ever finished. But progress? Progress builds momentum. Progress fuels confidence. Progress moves your life forward. So what if you decided: ✨ Done is…

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March 26, 2026

Perfectionism is draining you

Perfectionism is draining you

𝗣𝗲𝗿𝗳𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗶𝘀𝗺 𝗶𝘀 𝗱𝗿𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘆𝗼𝘂. Not because you’re doing too little… But because your brain never gets to rest. It’s constantly checking. Adjusting. Second-guessing. Micromanaging every tiny detail. And it never ends. That’s not excellence. That’s exhaustion. At some point, you get to decide: ✨ I don’t have to fix everything…

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March 25, 2026

EP#276 - Why Perfectionism Is a Hidden Danger for Your Productivity

EP#276 - Why Perfectionism Is a Hidden Danger for Your Productivity

Episode 276 of the Make Time for Success podcast kicks off a 3-week miniseries exploring hidden patterns that drain time, energy, and progress. In this episode, host Dr. Christine Li dives deep into perfectionism, revealing how it can secretly sabotage productivity by fueling control, avoidance, and exhaustion. She shares insights…

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March 25, 2026

Why Perfectionism Is a Hidden Danger for Your Productivity

Why Perfectionism Is a Hidden Danger for Your Productivity

Send Dr. Li a text here. Please leave your email address if you would like a reply, thanks. (https://www.buzzsprout.com/1504300/fan_mail/new) Episode 276 of the Make Time for Success podcast kicks off a 3-week miniseries exploring hidden patterns that drain time, energy, and progress. In this episode, host Dr. Christine Li dives…

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March 23, 2026

“It’s never really about the stuff

“It’s never really about the stuff

“𝙄𝙩’𝙨 𝙣𝙚𝙫𝙚𝙧 𝙧𝙚𝙖𝙡𝙡𝙮 𝙖𝙗𝙤𝙪𝙩 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙨𝙩𝙪𝙛𝙛.” On the Make Time for Success podcast, after hearing Crystal Chen’s powerful journey, host Dr. Christine Li shared something that stopped me in my tracks… We say we’re doing a “casual declutter.” But let’s be honest… There’s nothing casual about how we live. We…

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March 20, 2026

Ever gotten rid of something… and instantly regretted it?

Ever gotten rid of something… and instantly regretted it?

Ever gotten rid of something… and instantly regretted it? On the Make Time for Success podcast, Crystal Chen (ex-marketer turned anti-consumption expert) explained why that feeling hits so hard... and it’s not what you think. We don’t just “own” things. We build emotional relationships with them. We assign meaning. We…

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March 19, 2026

✨ I spent 20 years chasing the “truth”… and I thought it lived inside products

✨ I spent 20 years chasing the “truth”… and I thought it lived inside products

✨ “I spent 20 years chasing the truth… and I thought it lived inside products.” On the Make Time for Success podcast, Crystal Chen (ex-marketer turned anti-consumption advocate) shared something that hit hard… She built a career in marketing... understanding exactly how brands speak to us, influence us, and sell…

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March 18, 2026

EP#275 - Breaking the Shopping Addiction: A Marketer’s Journey to Mindful Consumption

EP#275 - Breaking the Shopping Addiction: A Marketer’s Journey to Mindful Consumption

In this episode of the Make Time for Success podcast, host Dr. Christine Li sits down with former product marketer and creator of the Slow Buy Club, Crystal Chen, to explore the psychology behind shopping addiction and mindful consumption. Crystal Chen shares her personal journey from being a career marketer…

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March 18, 2026

Breaking the Shopping Addiction: A Marketer’s Journey to Mindful Consumption with Crystal Chen

Breaking the Shopping Addiction: A Marketer’s Journey to Mindful Consumption with Crystal Chen

Send Dr. Li a text here. Please leave your email address if you would like a reply, thanks. (https://www.buzzsprout.com/1504300/fan_mail/new) In this episode of the Make Time for Success podcast, host Dr. Christine Li sits down with former product marketer and creator of the Slow Buy Club, Crystal Chen, to explore…

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March 16, 2026

“Wherever your nose is pointed… that’s where you’re headed

“Wherever your nose is pointed… that’s where you’re headed

“𝗪𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗿 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗻𝗼𝘀𝗲 𝗶𝘀 𝗽𝗼𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗱… 𝘁𝗵𝗮𝘁’𝘀 𝘄𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲 𝘆𝗼𝘂’𝗿𝗲 𝗵𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗱.” It’s a simple idea, but a powerful one. When we procrastinate, sometimes without even realizing it, we may actually be pointing ourselves in the exact opposite direction of where we want to go. And that’s human. Avoidance is one of the…

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March 13, 2026

Ever notice how resistance disguises itself as perfectly reasonable thoughts?

Ever notice how resistance disguises itself as perfectly reasonable thoughts?

Ever notice how resistance disguises itself as perfectly reasonable thoughts? “I’m too tired.” “I don’t have time.” “If I start this, it’s just going to create a bigger mess.” These thoughts can feel real in the moment, but often they’re simply our mind trying to keep us comfortable and safe.…

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March 12, 2026

Sometimes the biggest thing standing between you and your goals isn’t time… it’s resistance

Sometimes the biggest thing standing between you and your goals isn’t time… it’s resistance

𝗦𝗼𝗺𝗲𝘁𝗶𝗺𝗲𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗯𝗶𝗴𝗴𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗯𝗲𝘁𝘄𝗲𝗲𝗻 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗴𝗼𝗮𝗹𝘀 𝗶𝘀𝗻’𝘁 𝘁𝗶𝗺𝗲… 𝗶𝘁’𝘀 𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲. In this episode of the Make Time for Success Podcast, Dr. Christine Li reminds us of something powerful: 𝘠𝘰𝘶 𝘢𝘳𝘦 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘣𝘰𝘴𝘴 𝘰𝘧 𝘺𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘵𝘪𝘮𝘦 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘦𝘯𝘦𝘳𝘨𝘺. When resistance shows up, it’s easy to think you’re…

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March 11, 2026

EP274 - Breaking Through Excuses: Practical Tips for Taking Action

EP274 - Breaking Through Excuses: Practical Tips for Taking Action

In this motivating solo episode, Dr. Christine Li tackles the universal struggle of resistance and procrastination. Whether you find yourself saying, "I don’t have enough time," or hesitating to pursue your goals, this episode explores the real reasons behind resistance and offers down-to-earth strategies to get back in action. Dr.…

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March 11, 2026

Breaking Through Excuses: Practical Tips for Taking Action

Breaking Through Excuses: Practical Tips for Taking Action

Send Dr. Li a text here. Please leave your email address if you would like a reply, thanks. (https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/1504300/open_sms) In this motivating solo episode, Dr. Christine Li tackles the universal struggle of resistance and procrastination. Whether you find yourself saying, "I don’t have enough time," or hesitating to pursue your…

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March 9, 2026

How much time have you spent listening to the voice that says you’re not good enough yet?

How much time have you spent listening to the voice that says you’re not good enough yet?

𝗛𝗼𝘄 𝗺𝘂𝗰𝗵 𝘁𝗶𝗺𝗲 𝗵𝗮𝘃𝗲 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝘀𝗽𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗹𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗼 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘃𝗼𝗶𝗰𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝘀𝗮𝘆𝘀 𝘆𝗼𝘂’𝗿𝗲 𝗻𝗼𝘁 𝗴𝗼𝗼𝗱 𝗲𝗻𝗼𝘂𝗴𝗵 𝘆𝗲𝘁? In this podcast episode, Christine offers a powerful reminder: 𝘪𝘵’𝘴 𝘵𝘪𝘮𝘦 𝘵𝘰 𝘴𝘢𝘺 𝘨𝘰𝘰𝘥𝘣𝘺𝘦 𝘵𝘰 𝘵𝘩𝘢𝘵 𝘷𝘰𝘪𝘤𝘦. For many of us, negative self-talk has been running quietly in the background for years... making…

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March 6, 2026

Ever notice how self-doubt gets quieter when you actually take action?

Ever notice how self-doubt gets quieter when you actually take action?

𝗘𝘃𝗲𝗿 𝗻𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗲 𝗵𝗼𝘄 𝘀𝗲𝗹𝗳-𝗱𝗼𝘂𝗯𝘁 𝗴𝗲𝘁𝘀 𝗾𝘂𝗶𝗲𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝘄𝗵𝗲𝗻 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗮𝗰𝘁𝘂𝗮𝗹𝗹𝘆 𝘁𝗮𝗸𝗲 𝗮𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻? In this podcast episode, Dr. Li shares an important insight: productivity can heal self-doubt. Every time you complete a task, try something new, or handle a challenge, you gather proof that you are capable of more than you may…

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March 5, 2026

Feeling stuck or procrastinating on something important?

Feeling stuck or procrastinating on something important?

𝗙𝗲𝗲𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘀𝘁𝘂𝗰𝗸 𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗰𝗿𝗮𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗼𝗻 𝘀𝗼𝗺𝗲𝘁𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗶𝗺𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁𝗮𝗻𝘁? In this podcast episode, Dr. Christine Li offers a simple but powerful strategy to help you break through resistance and move forward. Start by writing down your goal. What is the result you want? Why does it matter to you? Getting clear about…

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March 4, 2026

EP#273 - How to Increase Your Productivity Without Raising Stress Levels

EP#273 - How to Increase Your Productivity Without Raising Stress Levels

In this episode, Dr. Christine Li shares five powerful strategies for boosting productivity without increasing stress. Drawing on her experience as a psychologist and procrastination coach, Dr. Li guides listeners through mindset shifts and actionable tips to help break free from resistance, balance process with progress, and transform self-doubt into…

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March 4, 2026

How to Increase Your Productivity Without Raising Stress Levels

How to Increase Your Productivity Without Raising Stress Levels

Send Dr. Li a text here. Please leave your email address if you would like a reply, thanks. (https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/1504300/open_sms) In this episode, Dr. Christine Li shares five powerful strategies for boosting productivity without increasing stress. Drawing on her experience as a psychologist and procrastination coach, Dr. Li guides listeners through…

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