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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 accumulate more stuff. Drawing on recent social media interactions and insights, she explores how clutter—both physical and emotional—impacts mental clarity and well-being. The episode offers actionable strategies for reducing stress, creating alignment, and reclaiming flow during midlife, all while encouraging listeners to focus on what truly matters to them. Whether it's letting go of excess belongings or setting new priorities, Dr. Christine Li shares ideas to help make this chapter of life the best one yet.

Timestamps:

• 00:00:01 – 00:01:11: Dr. Christine Li opens the episode, sharing excitement about new followers and introducing topics: clutter, mental load, and midlife overwhelm.
• 00:02:01 – 00:04:55: Discussion on midlife clarity, flow, and the importance of aligning values to ease overwhelm.
• 00:05:19 – 00:07:48: Clutter is examined—more than just physical, it’s also emotional and energetic.
• 00:08:37 – 00:11:47: Real-life clutter scenarios, personal definitions, and dealing with guilt and stress.
• 00:12:44 – 00:14:35: Focus interruptions and internal stress caused by clutter; tips to recognize and reduce it.
• 00:15:38 – 00:17:00: Commentary on consumer culture and shifting focus from buying to experiences.
• 00:18:09 – end: Wrap-up, values reflection, and a free mental clarity resource offered.

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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 Life You Actually Want. Together, they explore the transformative power of rest, strategies for reducing overwhelm, and the art of caring less about the non-essential.

Courtney Carver is the founder and creator of bemorewithless.com and The Simplicity Space, a membership community supporting and celebrating people as they simplify their lives. She is the best-selling author of Soulful Simplicity:, How Living with Less Can Lead to So Much More and Project 333. Her new book, Gentle, Rest More, Stress Less and Live the Life You Actually Want came out earlier this year.

Timestamps:

00:00:01 - 00:01:51

Introduction & Courtney Carver's book "Gentle"

00:03:55 - 00:06:07

Why rest is essential

00:13:16 - 00:14:56

Courtney Carver's journey to simplicity

00:22:04 - 00:24:28

Under-reacting for self-care

00:27:27 - 00:29:17

Simplicity Space community

00:31:02 - 00:31:25

Free guide info

👉 For Courtney's free simplicity guide "25 Ways to Simplifiy Your Life in Ten Minutes or Less" go to: https://maketimeforsuccesspodcast.com/simplicity

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Courtney Carver

• Website: https://bemorewithless.com/
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bemorewithless
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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 role. She shares practical strategies to steer clear of burnout, including self-compassion, decluttering, conserving energy, trusting your intuition, and planning ahead to create more space for rest. Listeners will also learn about her upcoming decluttering challenge and get encouragement to simplify routines, set boundaries, and be gentle with themselves.

Timestamps:

00:00:01 - 00:00:57
Dr. Christine Li introduces decision fatigue in midlife women.

00:01:03 - 00:03:41
Defines decision fatigue and its common symptoms.

00:03:41 - 00:08:48
Discusses why midlife increases decision fatigue and encourages self-compassion.

00:08:49 - 00:15:02
Shares 5 strategies: declutter, conserve energy, nurture yourself, trust intuition, plan and rest.

00:15:07 - 00:19:01
Wrap-up, decluttering challenge invite, and connection info.

To register for the Re-Energize Your Home 5-Day Challenge (FREE), go to: https://maketimeforsuccesspodcast.com/november

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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

To work with Dr. Li on a weekly basis in her coaching and accountability program, register for The Success Lab here: https://www.procrastinationcoach.com/lab

Connect with Us!
Dr. Christine Li
Website: https://www.procrastinationcoach.com
Facebook Group: 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 Simply Productive: https://maketimeforsuccesspodcast.com/SP