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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

Website: http://meredithmarsh.co

YouTube/Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLFu0BoE4fNZM92w1gMVLB6cjDRt1MmSKg

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/meredithmarsh.co

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In this uplifting episode of the Make Time for Success podcast, Dr. Christine Li shares her favorite habit for breaking through negativity and feeling stuck: celebrating your wins, no matter how small. Drawing from her own experience with group coaching and the success of her clients, she explains how taking time to recognize your achievements can boost your momentum, consistency, and overall joy. Dr. Li offers four practical tips to help you build this habit into your daily routine—including keeping a "done list," infusing fun into your work, embracing a mindset of certainty, and not boxing yourself in—so you can end each day feeling accomplished and motivated. Plus, she shares a free downloadable worksheet to help you get started on your own winning list!

Timestamps:

00:00 "Success Habits Unleashed"

03:16 Celebrate Wins for Productivity Boost

09:53 Embrace Imperfection, Find Joy

11:25 Embrace Certainty for Success

15:52 Embrace Potential, Defy Limitations

18:51 "Noticing Wins Sparks Growth"

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If you're wondering how you'll ever find the time, energy, and motivation to handle your clutter, the free Re-Energize Your Home 5-Day Challenge was designed specifically for you. Starting May 26th, we will band together to raise our energy and quickly move the physical clutter out so our mental and emotional space can expand -- for the better. Join this fun, fr

If you're wondering how you'll ever find the time, energy, and motivation to handle your clutter, the free Re-Energize Your Home 5-Day Challenge was designed specifically for you. Starting May 26th, we will band together to raise our energy and quickly move the physical clutter out so our mental and emotional space can expand -- for the better. Join this fun, free event here: https://maketimeforsuccesspodcast.com/win

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Feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or frozen in place? In this bite-sized episode of Make Time for Success, Dr. Christine Li unpacks why our nervous system sometimes makes us freeze—and how it’s actually a protective response, not a personal failing. Christine shares practical, science-backed strategies you can use right away to reset, unfreeze, and gently move forward—like breathing techniques, movement, tapping, and how to give yourself permission to pause. If you’re ready to melt away overwhelm and reclaim your momentum, tune in for actionable tips and compassionate support. Plus, get an exclusive invite to her free five-day Reenergize Your Home challenge!

To register for the free Re-Energize Your Home 5-Day Challenge that starts Monday, May 26th, click this link: https://maketimeforsuccesspodcast.com/win

Timestamps:

00:00 Understanding the Freeze Response

06:19 "Overcoming Self-Doubt and Inaction"

09:29 Box Breathing for Anxiety Relief

11:44 "Calming Through Tapping and Reflection"

14:39 Overwhelm Support and Decluttering Challenge

16:36 "Connect with Procrastination Coach"

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If you're wondering how you'll ever find the time, energy, and motivation to handle your clutter, the free Re-Energize Your Home 5-Day Challenge was designed specifically for you. Starting May 26th, we will band together to raise our energy and quickly move the physical clutter out so our mental and emotional space can expand -- for the better. Join this fun, free event here: https://maketimeforsuccesspodcast.com/win

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Ready to build self-discipline without the stress and self-criticism? In this episode, Dr. Christine Li shares five compassionate and psychology-backed strategies to help you become more consistent and productive—without burning out. Christine explores how to anchor your goals in your “why,” use micro-movements to overcome resistance, tap into your natural energy, celebrate your wins along the way, and handle setbacks with patience and curiosity.

If you’re tired of feeling like discipline equals punishment, or you’re overwhelmed by perfectionism, Dr. Li’s fresh, practical approach will leave you motivated and inspired. She also shares a free downloadable resource and invites listeners to her super popular five-day decluttering challenge.

Download your free resource and join the next Re-Energize Your Home 5-day challenge at: https://maketimeforsuccesspodcast.com/tidy

Timestamps:

00:00 Compassionate Self-Discipline Strategies

03:42 Anchor Goals in Your "Why"

08:08 Harnessing Natural Energy Flow

10:52 Celebrate Wins, Embrace Setbacks

14:52 Progress with Natural Energy

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In this episode of the Make Time for Success podcast, Dr. Christine Li is joined by creative textile artist and arts community leader Kate Ward. Together, they dive into the therapeutic benefits of creativity and how making art—even for just a few minutes a day—can support mindfulness, well-being, and stress relief.

Kate discusses her lifelong passion for art, how to overcome the “guilty pleasure” mindset around creativity, and simple ways anyone can add more art into their daily routines. She also shares the story behind Making Zen, her free global online event that brings together artists and participants for workshops, inspiration, and community connection.

The episode features inspiring transformation stories, practical tips for getting started with creative habits, and a warm invitation to rediscover the joy of making—no experience required. Perfect for anyone wanting to bring more calm, creativity, and community into everyday life.

Timestamps:
00:05:45 – Conversation on productivity vs. making time for creative self-care.
00:07:43 – Kate and Dr. Li explore art as mindfulness and “active meditation.”
00:15:41 – Kate shares about building and leading the Making Zen community.
00:18:06 – Transformation stories from the Making Zen events.
00:21:41 – The origin story behind Making Zen and its evolution.
00:23:40 – How listeners can join the next Making Zen event, with event logistics.
00:28:48 – Kate’s self-care advice: “Create before you consume.”

To register for Kate's free online event Making Zen, use this (affiliate) link: https://maketimeforsuccesspodcast.com/makingzen

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Kate Ward

• Website: https://www.zenstitching.ca
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zenstitching
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/zenstitching
• YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHca0dcRw16B1i-daesvnSQ

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In this episode, Dr. Christine Li sits down with Paul Schmidt, a seasoned voice actor and voice-over business coach, to discuss the realities and mindset required for long-term success in creative careers. Paul shares his 26-year journey from radio to voice acting, including the pivotal moments and setbacks that shaped his path. The conversation dives into the power of perseverance, the importance of knowing your “why,” and the necessity of developing a supportive community when working toward ambitious goals.

Paul talks candidly about the temptation to give up and how perseverance—along with the mantra “trust and be brave”—helped him push through difficult times. Paul also shares practical strategies for evaluating whether to press on or pivot when hitting roadblocks, and Dr. Li reinforces the importance of support and self-reflection on the road to achieving your dreams.

Timestamps:

• [00:03:12] – Paul shares his background in voice acting, radio, and how he transitioned to voiceover full-time.
• [00:07:16] – Discussion about perseverance: Paul explains times he gave up and what eventually kept him going.
• [00:09:44] – Paul highlights the importance of “trust and be brave” and how it helped him through tough times.
• [00:14:57] – The importance of community and accountability in overcoming the urge to give up.
• [00:15:48] – Paul describes two main types of self-sabotage and how our comfort zone keeps us small.
• [00:25:08] – Paul shares the “shots on goal” and “speed to market” mindsets for overcoming fear and procrastination.

To get the free download "7 Steps for Starting and Developing a Career in Voiceover," go to https://maketimeforsuccesspodcast.com/vo

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Paul Schmidt

• Website: https://vopro.pro
• Podcast: https://vopro.pro/podcast
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vopro.pro/
• YouYube: https://www.youtube.com/@vo-pro
• LinkedIn: https://www.linked

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In this episode of the Make Time for Success podcast, Dr. Christine Li welcomes her guest Stacy Scott, an occupational therapist, feng shui expert, and decluttering specialist. Stacy shares her unique journey and insights on how personal trauma and subconscious patterns often manifest in our physical spaces as clutter. Through a blend of occupational therapy, feng shui, and personal healing, Stacy guides people to recalibrate their relationship with possessions by first addressing the emotional and psychological barriers they face. Tune in to learn how you too can transform your home into a sanctuary of safety and possibility, freeing yourself from the limiting beliefs that clutter can induce. Whether you're struggling to start your decluttering journey or seeking deeper understanding of your relationship with your space, this conversation is filled with invaluable wisdom and practical advice.

Timestamps:

00:03:22 – Stacy’s multifaceted background and approach to decluttering.

00:04:04 – Emotional and subconscious roots of resistance to decluttering.

00:05:45 – Stacy’s personal journey: from a chaotic home to balancing minimalism and feng shui.

00:12:33 – Stacy’s client approach: building internal safety and addressing emotional triggers.

00:15:52 – Helping clients process fear and feel safe internally, despite outside uncertainty.

00:17:18 – Changing definitions of “home” and new opportunities for living arrangements.

00:19:04 – Emphasis on reclaiming power, healing, and self-defined success.

00:22:44 – Stacy’s main takeaways:

1. It’s not your fault—challenge shame and beliefs about clutter.
2. Redefine home and success for yourself.

To get Dr. Stacy Scott's free download that accompanies this episode, go to https://maketimeforsuccesspodcast.com/stacy

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Dr. Stacy Scott

• TikTok: http://www.tiktok.com/@sanctuarywithstacy
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• YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@SanctuarywithStacy

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In this episode of the Make Time for Success podcast, Dr. Christine Li is joined once again by the wonderful Rita Black—clinical hypnotist, weight management expert, and smoking cessation pro—for a candid and energizing conversation on breaking free from cycles of disappointment and self-sabotage. Rita shares her own story of struggling with weight and smoking, and reveals how she used hypnosis and a shift in self-identity to finally create lasting change in her life.

Together, they explore the powerful role of our internal dialogue, the pitfalls of the "I'll start tomorrow" mindset, and why true transformation always starts with believing in yourself. The episode is packed with encouragement on replacing harsh self-criticism with curiosity and self-compassion, and offers practical wisdom for anyone ready to move from feeling stuck to feeling empowered. With plenty of personal anecdotes, warmth, and actionable advice, this episode is perfect for anyone who wants to understand the deeper mindset shifts behind sustainable habits and happier living.

To register for one of Rita Black's upcoming free masterclasses, go to this (affiliate partner) link: https://procrastinationcoach.com/hypnosis

Timestamps:

08:44 Internal Transformation for Lasting Change

10:34 "Self-Trust Transformation Through Experience"

15:35 Navigating Food Sensitivity Challenges

17:05 Balancing Vulnerability and Empowerment

23:03 Cycle of Overindulgence & Procrastination

24:25 Reflections on Procrastination & Time Loss

29:56 "Compassion in Weight Management"

35:06 "Comfort in Self-Abuse Cycle"

38:27 "Borrowed Voices for Self-Help"

42:33 "Break Weight Barriers Masterclass"

To sign up for the Waitlist for Dr. Li's signature program Simply Productive, go to https://maketimeforsuccesspodcast.com/SP

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 -- 12 downloadable tools and templates to help you bypass the impulse to procrastinate: https://procrastinationcoach.mykajabi.com/freelibrary

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Rita Black

Website: https://shiftweightmastery.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ShiftWeightMastery/
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LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.c