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Ever wondered how journaling can transform your dreams into reality? In this episode of Make Time for Success, Dr. Christine Li shares her personal journey from journal newbie to dedicated journaler—and reveals the surprising ways this simple habit can bring clarity, motivation, and even a little magic into your day-to-day life. Discover practical tips for creating a journaling practice that fits your unique style, from messy to organized, without any pressure for perfection. Plus, learn how journaling could be the key to shifting your mindset, tracking your wins, and manifesting your future with confidence.

Timestamps:

• [00:01:44] – Christine’s flexible journaling approach
• [00:04:10] – Journaling for clarity and action
• [00:07:06] – Journaling and self-identity
• [00:10:45] – Christine’s personal journaling examples
• [00:14:30] – Future journaling/manifesting technique
• [00:16:39] – Journaling as a stress reliever
• [00:18:23] – Encouragement to start, free journaling prompts

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In this episode, Dr. Christine Li addresses a listener’s question about dealing with comparison and perfectionism, especially in demanding fields like the fashion industry. She explores how these protective habits often keep us stuck in self-doubt and shares practical, uplifting strategies to break free from the need to measure up to others or strive for unrealistic standards.

Dr. Li offers mindful tools to help you shift your focus away from fear, appreciate your own progress, and bring more joy and confidence into your work. Don’t miss her actionable advice, real-life analogies, and a free worksheet to help you put these lessons into practice.

Tune in for fresh inspiration and discover how to embrace your strengths while letting go of unnecessary self-criticism!

Timestamps:

[00:04:09] – [00:05:22]
Dr. Li encourages listeners to use mindfulness to examine their own tendencies toward comparison and perfectionism.

[00:05:22] – [00:07:05]
She explains how our lives are shaped by our beliefs—if you believe comparison is necessary, you’ll keep doing it. She highlights the trap of relying on external validation.

[00:07:05] – [00:09:51]
Dr. Li notes that comparison is random and often leads to negative self-judgment. She urges listeners to escape this cycle and focus on their own work and growth.

[00:09:51] – [00:11:24]
She suggests starting each workday with self-affirmation and notes the importance of evaluating work based on progress, not perfection or comparison.

[00:11:24] – [00:13:08]
Perfectionism is distinguished from comparison—described as a “trap” that can make work feel suffocating.

[00:13:08] – [00:16:13]
Dr. Li explains the dangers of perfectionism: it limits creativity, wastes time, and sours your mood, ultimately leading to procrastination and avoidance.

[00:16:13] – [00:17:54]
She encourages listeners to let go of fear-driven comparison and perfectionism while maintaining healthy standards and genuine care for their work.

[00:17:54] – [00:18:47]
Dr. Li reassures listeners that external feedback isn’t a judgment of self-worth and invites them to embrace a new, lighter perspective.

[00:18:47] – [00:19:41]
Closing thoughts: a wish for listener success and well-being, encouragement to ask questions, and instructions for submitting them.

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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 yourself—one small, consistent step at a time!

Timestamps:

00:01:51 – 00:03:18

• Dr. Li shares how her clients requested help with consistency, acknowledging its universal challenge, and sets up the exploration of what blocks consistency.

00:03:18 – 00:05:28

• First major blocker: Giving your time away to others (people pleasing) rather than prioritizing your own needs.
• Brief exploration of perfectionism and rigid thinking as additional obstacles.

00:05:28 – 00:07:27

• The power of writing things down: Prevents forgetfulness, improves specificity and reliability in staying consistent.

00:07:27 – 00:08:47

• The risk of lack of clarity and fuzzy goals. The laser-beam focus approach to habits for energy and time savings.

00:08:47 – 00:11:08

• Emotional obstacles: Guilt, negative self-talk, and the importance of self-compassion in building consistency.

00:11:08 – 00:16:06

• Five practical remedies:
  1. Get clear on what you want and put it on your schedule.
  2. Commitment: The foundational mindset for reaching goals.
  3. Write things down as commitments, not just as ideas.
  4. Evaluate and troubleshoot moments of inconsistency.
  5. Don’t give up—explore new strategies and forgive past difficulties.

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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 energized, stay inspired, and create your best, most fulfilling life!

Timestamps:

[00:01:22] - [00:02:18]
Preview of what the episode will cover: increasing vs. draining energy, mindset traps, arguing for possibilities.

[00:02:18] - [00:03:54]
Christine recaps her podcast focus areas—focus, decluttering, and performance—and shares that energy underlies all these themes.

[00:03:54] - [00:05:38]
Theory 1: Using your energy in a way that it gets returned to you, focusing on fulfilling and energizing activities.

[00:05:38] - [00:08:10]
Theory 2: The power of a positive mindset as a shortcut to conserving energy, using the race and locker room analogy.

[00:08:10] - [00:11:09]
Theory 3: The importance of being open-minded and open-hearted to play full out in life and reach your full potential.

[00:11:09] - [00:13:14]
Theory 4: Everyone deserves to live to their full potential, combating self-limiting beliefs.

[00:13:14] - [00:14:44]
Theory 5: Treating your body and mind well is essential for maintaining vibrant energy.

[00:14:44] - [00:16:14]
Summary: Be a good steward of your energy. Practical suggestions for boosting energy and next steps.

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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 productivity. Tune in for a practical, uplifting guide to reclaiming your time and enjoying a calmer, more intentional life!

Timestamps:

[00:03:07] – Distraction #1: Comparison—Why comparing yourself to others is a major focus drain.

[00:04:49] – Distraction #2: Counting Time—How obsessing over lost or remaining time doesn’t help productivity.

[00:06:50] – Distraction #3: Physical Clutter—The benefits of decluttering for mental clarity and focus.

[00:08:12] – Distraction #4: Focusing on What You Don’t Want—How negative daydreaming stalls action.

[00:09:45] – Distraction #5: Catastrophizing Tasks—Why making tasks seem scary or enormous feeds procrastination.

[00:11:49] – Distraction #6: Lack of Planning—The power of setting a daily plan and intentions.

[00:14:09] – Distraction #7: Perfectionism—How striving for perfect can keep you stuck and distracted.

[00:16:12] – Distraction #8: Letting Time Slip By—The danger of not “pushing the go button” and acting on your intentions.

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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 with grace and self-compassion. Get ready to laugh, gain new energy, and celebrate your progress as Dr. Li guides you out of avoidance and into accomplishment. Don’t miss this transformative episode—your most dreaded task won’t know what hit it!

Timestamps:

[00:01:42] – Dr. Li introduces the interactive format and invites listeners to engage with the exercise.

[00:02:47] – Step 1: Identify the one big task you keep avoiding. She stresses the importance of saying it out loud or sharing it with someone.

[00:03:38] – The power of verbalizing the task and how it helps release its negative energy.

[00:05:03] – Making the process light and enjoyable, not painful. Encouragement to approach self-development with kindness.

[00:06:22] – Step 2: Identify the resistance—what makes this task so difficult for you.

[00:08:15] – Tips on observing your resistance without criticism, and taking note of your thoughts and feelings.

[00:08:40] – Step 3: Elevate your power—reminding yourself you are more powerful than the task or your resistance.

[00:11:40] – Recap—don’t get distracted by your whole to-do list; focus on one thing at a time.

[00:12:35] – Step 4: Take action—identify the next reasonable step and move forward with gratitude.

[00:13:58] – Dr. Li encourages sharing progress and explains where to get a free resource on conquering avoidance.

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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 and practical tips to help you set yourself up for habit-changing success. Dive in to learn how small, consistent steps can create dramatic results—in your home and your life!

Timestamps:

[00:01:41]
Dr. Li shares inspiration for the episode, mentioning the success of her recent five-day decluttering challenge and the power of habit change during that challenge.

[00:03:40]
She reflects on why habit change is tricky, and emphasizes how deeply ingrained habits are due to our brain’s preference for predictability.

[00:04:42]
Overview of the habit loop: trigger, routine, and reward/consequence.

[00:05:24]
Describes how clutter is often ignored as a habit and the value of facing it head-on.

[00:06:58]
Warns against negative self-talk and encourages self-kindness during habit change attempts.

[00:09:12]
The three essentials of habit change are introduced.

[00:09:12] — Believe every habit is changeable:
Understanding habits have components and can be rewired boosts motivation.

[00:10:39] — Commit and go all in:
Highlights the importance of full commitment to making changes.

[00:13:06] — Continue and stay consistent:
Stresses consistency, using tracking tools or support, and building momentum.

[00:14:51]
Recap of the three essentials and encouragement to keep working on habit changes.

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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 conversation dives into practical tips for overcoming self-doubt, getting visible online, and leveraging YouTube to connect with your audience and grow your brand. If you need a little nudge to step outside your comfort zone, this episode is for you!

Timestamps:

[00:02:25] – Guest Introduction: Meredith Marsh

[00:03:43] – The Tattoo Story Begins

[00:06:29] – Commitment and Decision-Making

[00:09:42] – Other “Never Thought I’d Do This” Moments

[00:12:35] – Why YouTube? The Origin Story

[00:17:59] – Facing Nerves and Getting Started

[00:24:09] – Opportunities with YouTube

[00:28:09] – Meredith’s Programs and Community

[00:30:30] – Free Gift: YouTube Channel Analyzer App
(Link provided: maketimeforsuccesspodcast.com/ai)

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Meredith Marsh

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