Make Time for Success with Dr. Christine Li - Building Routines: Tips for Morning Motivation and Evening Relaxation

Building Routines: Tips for Morning Motivation and Evening Relaxation

09/19/24 • 24 min

Make Time for Success with Dr. Christine Li

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In this insightful episode of the Make Time For Success podcast, Dr. Christine Li delves into the power of routines, sharing her personal morning and evening rituals that have transformed her productivity and well-being. Drawing from her recent interview on the Mother Plus podcast, Dr. Li explains how structured habits can instill a sense of control and calm, paving the way for a more intentional and fulfilling day. She provides practical tips on creating flexible, supportive routines that reduce overwhelm and enhance personal growth. Tune in to discover strategies to build a routine that nurtures both your heart and mind, setting the stage for lasting success. Download a free guide at maketimeforsuccesspodcast.com/routine.
Timestamps:
05:50 Morning routine enables personal control and organization.
10:14 Prioritizing healthy evening routines; reducing late-night work.
12:35 Intentional routines improve self-care and sleep quality.
17:18 Prioritize simplicity and positivity for consistent success.
19:50 Focus on positivity and single tasks for success.
22:08 Engineer your routines for a calmer life.
For the free worksheet that accompanies this episode on overcoming procrastination, go to https://maketimeforsuccesspodcast.com/routineFor more information on the Make Time for Success podcast, visit: https://www.maketimeforsuccesspodcast.com
Gain Access to Dr. Christine Li’s Free Resource Library where she offers you 12 downloadable tools and templates to help you bypass the impulse to procrastinate.
CLICK HERE NOW TO CLAIM YOUR FREE RESOURCES: https://procrastinationcoach.mykajabi.com/freelibrary
To work with Dr. Li on a weekly basis in her coaching and accountability program, please register for The Success Lab here: https://www.procrastinationcoach.com/lab
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Dr. Christine Li
Website: https://www.procrastinationcoach.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/procrastinationcoach
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/procrastinationcoach/
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@procrastinationcoach
The Success Lab: https://maketimeforsuccesspodcast.com/lab

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Aging and Decluttering Successfully: A Conversation between Rita Black and Dr. Christine Li

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In this fun episode, co-hosts Rita Black and Dr. Christine Li delve into the intricate relationship between aging and the accumulation of clutter. As Rita approaches her 60th birthday, she shares her personal experiences and struggles with decluttering sentimental items, from her mother’s outdated cookbooks to old tax receipts. Dr. Christine Li offers psychological insights into the emotional and cognitive burdens clutter imposes, particularly on older adults. She introduces a transformative 5-day challenge titled "Re-Energize Your Home," aimed at helping participants clear their spaces and rejuvenate their lives. Together, they explore practical strategies, the importance of creating a positive environment in midlife and beyond, and the often overwhelming emotional attachments to possessions. To register for the free challenge, go to: https://procrastinationcoach.com/yes
Timestamps:
04:38 Discussing women's complex roles and balancing positive/negative energies.
06:13 Helping others overcome maladaptive habits to thrive.
11:00 Attachment is mysterious, inherent; we influence it.
13:13 Gradually declutter your home for freedom, comfort.
17:16 Respect sentimental items; honoring individual's life journey.
19:43 Manage energy wisely, not just time.
23:12 Embrace abundance mindset; avoid need-based thinking.
35:07 Decluttering transforms space and personal energy significantly.
37:30 Join free 5-day Re-energize Your Home Challenge.
For more information on the Make Time for Success podcast, visit: https://www.maketimeforsuccesspodcast.com
Gain Access to Dr. Christine Li’s Free Resource Library where she offers you 12 downloadable tools and templates to help you bypass the impulse to procrastinate. CLICK HERE NOW TO CLAIM YOUR FREE RESOURCES: https://procrastinationcoach.mykajabi.com/freelibrary
To work with Dr. Li on a weekly basis in her coaching and accountability program, please register for The Success Lab here: https://www.procrastinationcoach.com/lab
Connect with Us!
Dr. Christine Li -
Website: https://www.procrastinationcoach.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/procrastinationcoach
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/procrastinationcoach/
Rita Black -
Website: https://shiftweightmastery.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ShiftWeightMastery/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/explore/tags/shiftweightmastery/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ritablack/
For Rita Black’s free resource, go to: https://maketimeforsuccesspodcast.com/rita

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Midlife Comeback: How to Make Sustainable Health and Wellness Changes with Holly Bertone

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In this engaging episode of "Make Time For Success," Dr. Christine Li hosts Holly Bertone, a skilled public speaker and health advocate, to delve into the empowering journey of self-improvement and lasting health. Drawing from her own experience overcoming breast cancer and autoimmune disease, Holly explains the importance of embracing one's inherent "awesomeness" and creating a ripple effect through personal transformation. The conversation highlights the pitfalls of the diet industry, the imperative of a sustainable and holistic approach to health, and the power of mental shifts in fostering positive, long-term change. Holly shares practical strategies and inspirational stories, emphasizing the significance of showing up for others and living with intentionality, ultimately aiming to help midlife women reclaim vibrant health and well-being.
Holly Bertone is a former FBI Chief of Staff for Counterintelligence turned Certified Holistic Health Coach. She helps midlife women find the clues to prioritize their health, so their high-achievement lifestyle no longer clashes with unwanted weight gain, lack of energy, and restless nights.

Holly spent 20 years in Project Management consulting and federal government service. After her own experience of breast cancer, healing herself from an autoimmune disease, and creating a no-conflict divorce, she learned there’s more to life than burning the candle at both ends, and living according to everyone else’s agenda.
As a Certified Holistic Health Coach, she helps women combine the principles of high-performance and mindset to ditch diet culture and create sustainable results that are an effortless part of their lifestyle.
Holly is also a Keynote Speaker, #1 Amazon bestselling author, and Host of Your Midlife Comeback Story Podcast.
Timestamps:
05:28 Left FBI due to health, became holistic coach.
06:29 Transforming health challenges into a cohesive solution.
10:24 Scale number doesn't dictate health; multiple factors.
13:55 Excitement and sustainability make healthy habits permanent.
17:57 Create from positive mindset, not past limitations.
20:09 Embrace forgiveness, compassion, growth, and self-acceptance.
23:21 Take responsibility for your health and lifestyle.
27:51 Daily squats ensure long-term strength and mobility.
30:45 Coexist with obstacles and stress to endure.
33:30 Predict, prepare, react effectively to manage stress.
Holly Bertone
Quiz: https://pinkfortitude.mykajabi.com/weight-quiz
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/holly.bertone/
Your Midlife Comeback Story Podcast: https://pinkfortitude.mykajabi.com/blog/
Web: https://pinkfortitude.mykajabi.com/your-comeback-coach

Make Time for Success with Dr. Christine Li - Building Routines: Tips for Morning Motivation and Evening Relaxation

Transcript

Dr. Christine Li [00:00:00]:
Welcome back to the Make Time For Success podcast. I'm your host, Dr Christine Li, and this is episode number 197. Are you currently wondering how to put together great routines for yourself? If this describes you, I think you're gonna like this episode because in this episode, I talk about how I change my chaotic mornings and my anxious evenings into structured morning and evening routines that really consistently helped me to set myself up for success. If you'