Make Time for Success with 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

Make Time for Success with Dr. Christine Li is a education podcast hosted by Dr. Christine Li, with 297 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Dr. Christine Li hosts Make Time for Success with Dr. Christine Li, a education show with 297 episodes published.

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  Episode #297

  Setting Yourself Up for Success: Preparation Tips for Overwhelming Tasks

  Aug 20, 202619 minS6

  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, becoming your own biggest supporter, enlisting friends for accountability, using time wisely with deadlines and time limits, setting a positive philosophy, and reconnecting with your “why.” These practical tips are designed to help you not only start but also complete your big projects with ease, positivity, and energy to spare. Timestamps 00:00:00 Introduction to the episode and topic overview 00:00:51 Dr. Christine Li introduces herself and the podcast’s mission 00:01:33 Setting the stage for tackling overwhelming projects 00:02:38 Tip 1: Clear your mental clutter 00:04:13 Tip 2: Decide to be your biggest supporter 00:07:18 Tip 3: Declutter your physical environment 00:08:51 Tip 4: Get a friend for support and accountability 00:10:31 Tip 5: Use time in different ways, set deadlines 00:13:39 Tip 6: Set a guiding philosophy for your project 00:15:04 Tip 7: Remind yourself of your purpose and “why” 00:16:21 Summary and encouragement 00:17:26 Resources, worksheet offer, and closing remarks 00:18:14 Podcast outro and how to connect To get the free download that accompanies this episode, go to: https://maketimeforsuccesspodcast.com/consistency To sign up for the Waitlist for the Simply Productive Program, 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 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 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

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  Episode #296

  Friendship Skills for Adults with ADHD and Autism: Tips from Caroline Maguire

  Aug 13, 202638 minS6

  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 challenges and triumphs of making friends when you're neurodivergent or newly diagnosed. They discuss overcoming shame, letting go of unhealthy expectations, and embracing your true self, along with practical strategies for building meaningful connections at every stage of life. Whether you're seeking to grow your social circles or simply feel more comfortable in your own skin, this empowering conversation offers inspiration and actionable tips for finding and maintaining authentic relationships. Caroline Maguire, M.Ed., ACCG, PCC is an internationally recognized expert in social-emotional learning, ADHD coaching, and relationship development. She is the author of the award-winning book, Why Will No One Play with Me? and FRIENDSHIP SKILLS FOR NEURODIVERGENT ADULTS (Balance Books, April 2026), and hosts The ADHD Social Playbook podcast. An educator, coach, and sought-after speaker, Caroline developed a comprehensive Social Emotional Learning (SEL) training methodology that equips parents, clinicians, and educators with practical tools to build self-awareness, emotional regulation, social understanding, and meaningful relationships. As a neurodivergent person with ADHD, dyslexia, and learning disabilities, she brings both professional expertise and lived experience to her work. Timestamps 00:00:00 Dr. Christine Li introduces episode and guest Caroline Maguire 00:01:13 Caroline Maguire’s credentials and expertise highlighted 00:03:18 Start of interview, focus on books and friendship 00:04:29 Caroline Maguire’s coaching journey and identifying friendship struggles 00:06:15 Discussion on neurodivergence diagnoses in adulthood 00:07:35 Caroline Maguire shares her personal friendship challenges 00:09:53 Path to authenticity and shifting friendships over life stages 00:12:09 The impact of shame and fitting in, especially for women 00:14:39 On masking, adapting, and burnout 00:17:02 Mental health impacts of masking and people-pleasing 00:20:37 Importance of authenticity and not shrinking oneself 00:23:35 Defining and pursuing personal goals 00:25:14 Positive outcomes from self-acceptance and authenticity 00:28:15 Trends and new opportunities in making friends post-COVID 00:31:26 Recent low-stakes ways to connect (ex: mahjong) 00:32:34 Loss of “third place”; hopes for new community spaces 00:34:26 Caroline Maguire’s resources and book mentioned 00:36:27 Closing encouragement: change is always possible 00:37:08 Dr. Christine Li closes episode To get the free download that accompanies this episode, go to: https://maketimeforsuccesspodcast.com/friendship To sign up for the Waitlist for the Simply Productive Program, 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 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 Caroline Maguire Website: https://carolinemaguireauthor.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AuthorCarolineM Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/authorcarolinem/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/AuthorCarolineM TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@authorcarolinem YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@authorcarolinem Podcast: https://adhdsocialplaybook.podbean.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/authorcarolinecm/

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  Episode #295

  Tired of Breaking Promises to Yourself? Here's How to Keep Your Word

  Aug 6, 202629 minS6

  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 consistency, focusing on increasing personal capacity, practicing positive self-talk, being present, simplifying routines, and reducing mental "noise." Listeners will learn how to move from dissatisfaction to satisfaction by keeping their word to themselves and embracing new habits with greater success. Timestamps 00:00:00 - Dr. Christine Li introduces the episode on consistency and motivation 00:02:02 - Importance and benefits of consistency in life 00:03:25 - Example of trying to quit coffee and the challenge of maintaining consistency 00:04:34 - Why motivation is unreliable for consistency 00:05:24 - Introduces the concept of capacity as key to consistency 00:06:50 - Explanation of capacity versus motivation 00:08:06 - How maintaining capacity leads to easier consistency 00:09:12 - Emphasizing everyone's unlimited potential for growth and change 00:10:42 - Consistency as a vehicle from dissatisfaction to satisfaction 00:11:49 - Acknowledging sources of dissatisfaction and calling them out 00:13:03 - Tips for gearing up to be more consistent 00:14:29 - First technique: Positive self-talk and reframing identity 00:15:01 - Second idea: Be present to make better choices 00:17:24 - Third idea: Avoid overwhelm and overscheduling 00:18:40 - Fourth idea: Eliminate fear from the process 00:20:09 - Fifth idea: Simplify the process and plan responses in advance 00:21:07 - Sixth idea: Reduce "noise" such as comparison, excuses, and distractions 00:25:11 - Recap: It's about keeping your word to yourself, not the habit itself 00:27:14 - Free download offer and episode wrap-up To get the free download that accompanies this episode, go to: https://maketimeforsuccesspodcast.com/consistency To sign up for the Waitlist for the Simply Productive Program, 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 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 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

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  Episode #294

  Break Free from Stagnation with These 8 Productivity Strategies

  Jul 30, 202617 minS6

  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 confidently, and create meaningful progress every day. Learn how to ease up on self-judgment, banish stagnation, set boundaries, avoid time waste, and celebrate every win—big or small. Get ready to play a better, more empowered game of productivity and break free from feeling stuck! Timestamps 00:00:00 Introduction to procrastination and its effects 00:01:03 Dr. Christine Li introduces herself and sets the episode’s theme 00:01:50 Overview of 8 productivity strategies 00:02:22 Strategy 1: Ease up 00:03:58 Strategy 2: Always show up 00:05:17 Strategy 3: Play and have fun 00:06:37 Strategy 4: Move away from “good/bad” language 00:08:47 Strategy 5: Go for no stagnation 00:10:05 Strategy 6: Show up for yourself first 00:12:24 Strategy 7: No time waste 00:13:54 Strategy 8: Always celebrate 00:15:54 Free download and closing remarks 00:16:30 Subscription, website, and contact information To get the free download that accompanies this episode, go to: https://maketimeforsuccesspodcast.com/8strategies To sign up for the Waitlist for the Simply Productive Program, 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 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 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

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  Episode #293

  Sleep Better, Live Better: The Rest Reset You Need

  Jul 23, 202620 minS6

  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 in optimizing your mind and body, breaking free from exhaustion, and creating a sustainable, successful lifestyle. Learn practical strategies to revamp your approach to rest, tips for better sleep, and how prioritizing quality rest can help you achieve more with greater ease. Timestamps 00:00:00 Introduction to the episode and importance of sleep for productivity 00:01:03 Overview of podcast purpose and strategies for overcoming procrastination 00:01:45 Differentiating rest and sleep; importance of examining sleep patterns 00:03:05 The exhaustion trap and recognizing unhelpful cycles 00:06:09 What sleep actually does for your brain and body 00:11:03 Prioritizing sleep, revenge bedtime procrastination, and its pitfalls 00:15:12 Practical tips to improve sleep (e.g., setting modem timers, establishing routines) 00:18:10 Encouragement to experiment and free sleep resource download 00:18:52 Closing remarks and connecting with the host To get the free download that accompanies this episode, go to: https://maketimeforsuccesspodcast.com/sleep To sign up for the Waitlist for the Simply Productive Program, 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 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 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

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