What “I Don’t Have Time” Really Means (Time Series, Part 1)

If you’ve ever said, “I don’t have time,” this one’s for you. In this honest and energizing episode, Andrea unpacks the phrase so many midlife women use—and what it’s actually saying about our priorities. Spoiler: it’s not about the hours in the day. It’s about reclaiming your power and finally putting yourself on your own damn to-do list. This episode was recorded before Andrea received her breast cancer diagnosis, making this conversation even more personal. The reminder to schedule your own appointments, check in with your body, and stop putting yourself last has never felt more urgent or real. You can read more about that part of her story here: 👉 Read: Where’s My Game Plan? on Substack 🔄 This is Part 1 of a 2-part series on reclaiming your time and energy in midlife. Stay tuned for Part 2, where Andrea walks you through her CEO Method to Time Management: Clarity, Energy, Ownership. 🔑 What You’ll Learn: Why “I don’t have time” is often code for deeper mindset blocks The real reason women tend to everyone else’s needs before their own How to use a Time Audit to create awareness (not guilt) around how you spend your days The first step to becoming the CEO of your calendar A preview of what’s coming next: the CEO Method to Time Management 📘 Resources & Links: 📥 Download the Free Time Audit Exercise – Get clarity on how you're really spending your time. 💬 DM Andrea what you’ve been saying you “don’t have time” for: @fullyinformedlifecoaching 🚀 Join the Next Chapter Circle Waitlist 🔔 Don’t Miss What’s Next: Up next is Part 2—Andrea breaks down how to step into the role of CEO of your calendar using her signature CEO Method: Clarity, Energy, Ownership. Subscribe so you don’t miss it. 💖 Enjoyed the Episode? If this resonated, share the love by rating and reviewing the show: 👉 ratethispodcast.com/thenextchapterher