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Make Time for Success with Dr. Christine Li
by Dr. Christine Li
Make Time for Success is a podcast designed for busy people who are ready to improve not just their productivity, but also their self-esteem and self-confidence. If you’re looking for the secrets to making productivity feel light and easy rather than something you want to run from, this is the podcast for you. In each episode, psychologist and Procrastination Coach Dr. Christine Li shares effective tips and strategies to help you start building your most joyful, creative, and abundant life. Episodes will include interviews with guest experts who have made the breakthrough to living life fully, as well as stories and reflections from Dr. Li’s own life and work. You’ll hear lessons from Dr. Li’s book, “5-Minute Self-Discipline Habits: Stay Motivated, Cultivate Good Habits, and Achieve Your Goals” and learn how to use the S.M.A.C.K. Solution, a mixture of mindfulness and anxiety-reducing strategies, to keep your fears quiet and your goals in sharp focus. You’ll discover that when you
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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...
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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...
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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…
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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,...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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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…
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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...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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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…
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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...
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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…
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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...
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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…
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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...
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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...
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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…
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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. 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…
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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. 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...
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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. 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...
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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. 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…
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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. 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...
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Calm the Nervous System: Mindset Hacks for When Life Feels Like Too Much
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 four mindset hacks designed to help you create and maintain a sense of calm, especially when life feels overwhelming. Drawing inspiration from real-life questions…
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7 Proven Strategies to Beat Procrastination and Reclaim Your Time
Send Dr. Li a text here. Please leave your email address if you would like a reply, thanks. In this episode of Make Time for Success, host Dr. Christine Li shares 7 powerful strategies to help you break free from procrastination and reclaim your time. Inspired by Procrastination Week and the...
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10 Powerful Strategies to Overcome Overwhelm in Stressful Times
Send Dr. Li a text here. Please leave your email address if you would like a reply, thanks. Feeling overwhelmed by everything on your plate? In this episode, Dr. Christine Li shares 10 (plus a bonus!) effective strategies to help you break free from overwhelm and regain your sense of calm and...
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How to Set Healthy Boundaries Without Guilt: Insights from Allison Ly
Send Dr. Li a text here. Please leave your email address if you would like a reply, thanks. In this episode, Dr. Christine Li talks with mental health therapist and coach Allison Ly about how to set healthy boundaries—especially for adults with immigrant parents. Drawing from personal and...
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How to Let Go: Why It’s So Hard and How to Finally Move Forward with Confidence
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 explores why letting go—of clutter, old habits, or inherited identities—can be so challenging, and how mastering this skill can lead to…
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Why Clutter Makes You Anxious—and How to Break Free
Send Dr. Li a text here. Please leave your email address if you would like a reply, thanks. In this episode, Dr. Christine Li unpacks why clutter isn’t just about messy spaces—it actively fuels stress and anxiety. She shares four main emotional triggers clutter creates, including safety fears,...
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Visualization Secrets: A Proven Process for Manifesting Your Dreams with Megan Blacksmith
Send Dr. Li a text here. Please leave your email address if you would like a reply, thanks. In this inspiring episode of the Make Time for Success podcast, host Dr. Christine Li welcomes back Megan Blacksmith, an NLP expert, speaker, and co-founder of Zesty. Together, they dive deep into...
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How to Override Your Brain's Resistance and Achieve Your Biggest Goals in 2026
Send Dr. Li a text here. Please leave your email address if you would like a reply, thanks. In episode 265 of the Make Time for Success podcast, Dr. Christine Li explores why overcoming our brain's resistance to change can feel so challenging, especially when striving for bigger goals in 2026.…
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13 Powerful Reflections to Kickstart Your Success in 2026
Send Dr. Li a text here. Please leave your email address if you would like a reply, thanks. In this New Year reflection episode of Make Time for Success, Dr. Christine Li shares 13 powerful insights and lessons inspired by her clients in the Success Lab program. She encourages listeners to…
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Building Consistency Without Burnout: Tips from Planning Expert Wenda Benavidez
Send Dr. Li a text here. Please leave your email address if you would like a reply, thanks. In this inspiring episode of Make Time for Success, host Dr. Christine Li welcomes planning expert Wenda Benavidez to discuss practical strategies for using paper planners to create more purpose and ease…
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A Gentle End-of-Year Reset: Movement, Mindset, and Meaningful Change
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 guides listeners through a gentle, stress-free year-end review. She shares mindful strategies for reflecting on 2025, focusing on...
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Breaking Through Indecision: Tips for Midlife Decision Making
Send Dr. Li a text here. Please leave your email address if you would like a reply, thanks. In this episode of Make Time for Success, Dr. Christine Li dives into the challenges and psychology of making decisions during midlife. Sharing her own recent experience with a tough choice, she explores…
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Are You Giving Up Before Hitting Gold? How to Keep Going When It’s Tough
Send Dr. Li a text here. Please leave your email address if you would like a reply, thanks. In this episode of Make Time for Success, Dr. Christine Li dives deep into the emotional and psychological roadblocks that hold us back from making progress—using the topic of clutter as a springboard.…
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From Overwhelmed to Aligned: Stress-Free Strategies for Midlife Success
Send Dr. Li a text here. Please leave your email address if you would like a reply, thanks. In episode 259 of the Make Time for Success podcast, Dr. Christine Li dives into the challenges of midlife, including feeling overwhelmed by responsibilities, mental clutter, and the constant pressure to...
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Transforming Stress into Peace: Lessons from the Book "Gentle" with Courtney Carver
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, host Dr. Christine Li welcomes simplicity and self-care expert Courtney Carver to discuss her newest book, Gentle: Rest More, Stress Less, and Live the...
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Overthinking Everything? The Midlife Woman’s Guide to Beating Decision Fatigue
Send Dr. Li a text here. Please leave your email address if you would like a reply, thanks. In this episode of Make Time for Success, Dr. Christine Li dives into the topic of decision fatigue—what it is, how it tends to affect women in midlife, and why physical and mental clutter play such a big...
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The Surprising Power of Releasing Control for More Productivity
Send Dr. Li a text here. Please leave your email address if you would like a reply, thanks. In this episode of Make Time for Success, Dr. Christine Li explores the topic of releasing control and embracing flexibility in our lives. Inspired by real reactions from her students, she dives into why…
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Feeling Off Track? These 6 Daily Questions Will Realign Your Energy and Goals
Send Dr. Li a text here. Please leave your email address if you would like a reply, thanks. In this episode of Make Time for Success, Dr. Christine Li shares six powerful questions you can ask yourself each morning to boost your energy, inspire positive change, and set meaningful intentions for…
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Why Procrastination Is Delaying Your Success—and How to Get Momentum
Send Dr. Li a text here. Please leave your email address if you would like a reply, thanks. In this episode of Make Time for Success, Dr. Christine Li dives deep into the roots of procrastination and why it keeps us from reaching our goals. She shares personal insights, simple strategies, and...
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Midlife is Not a Crisis: Rewriting the Script for the Second Half of Life with Laurie Reynoldson
Send Dr. Li a text here. Please leave your email address if you would like a reply, thanks. Dr. Christine Li welcomes her friend and colleague Laurie Reynoldson, host of the School of Midlife podcast and a leader in supporting women through midlife transitions. Together, they dive deep into the...
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The Continuous To-Do List Strategy for Busy Women in Midlife
Send Dr. Li a text here. Please leave your email address if you would like a reply, thanks. In this episode of Make Time for Success, Dr. Christine Li shares her latest productivity technique: the "continuous to-do list." She explains how this analog journaling method reduces stress, prevents…
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How to Get More Done by Busting Limiting Beliefs
Send Dr. Li a text here. Please leave your email address if you would like a reply, thanks. In this inspiring solo episode, Dr. Christine Li invites you to discover how to get more done by thinking bigger and making small, positive shifts in your mindset. Fresh from leading her signature Vision...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Make Time for Success is a podcast designed for busy people who are ready to improve not just their productivity, but also their self-esteem and self-confidence. If you’re looking for the secrets to making productivity feel light and easy rather than something you want to run from, this is the podcast for you. In each episode, psychologist and Procrastination Coach Dr. Christine Li shares effective tips and strategies to help you start building your most joyful, creative, and abundant life. Episodes will include interviews with guest experts who have made the breakthrough to living life fully, as well as stories and reflections from Dr. Li’s own life and work. You’ll hear lessons from Dr. Li’s book, “5-Minute Self-Discipline Habits: Stay Motivated, Cultivate Good Habits, and Achieve Your Goals” and learn how to use the S.M.A.C.K. Solution, a mixture of mindfulness and anxiety-reducing strategies, to keep your fears quiet and your goals in sharp focus. You’ll discover that when you
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