Ep 189: Finding Balance in a Busy World with Time Boundaries and Systems with Risa Williams
In episode 189 of the Wannabe Clutter-free podcast, host Deanna Yates chats with returning guest Risa Williams, a book author, licensed therapist, and time management coach.
They discuss strategies for setting meaningful goals and building effective habits, especially at the beginning of a new year. Deanna also introduces the Chaos to Calm Summit, a free online event aimed at helping people take control of their homes and lives.
Risa shares her insights from her latest book, 'The Motivation Mindset Journal', and discusses the importance of breaking down big goals into manageable tasks, and the power of being gentle and kind to oneself.
Risa Williams is a clinical psychotherapist and a productivity coach, specializing in time management tools and anxiety reduction skills in Los Angeles.
She's the author of the self-help book series, The Ultimate Toolkits for Psychological Wellbeing, which includes: The Ultimate Anxiety Toolkit, The Ultimate Self-Esteem Toolkit, and The Ultimate Time Management Toolkit.
She's also the host of The Motivation Mindset Podcast, which features productivity tools and examples of how they work in real life. She's been featured in Forbes Magazine, Business Insider, Parade Magazine, Real Simple, Wired Magazine, and HuffPost, and she writes articles for Breathe Magazine.
This episode of the Wannabe Clutter Free podcast will help you discover:
- Why it’s important to find balance in life
- How to prioritize meaningful activities while avoiding overwhelm
- The steps to take to set up realistic goals and break them down into smaller, achievable steps
- What you can do to maintain a healthy balance and avoid burnout
- Why cultivating self-compassion and kindness is essential in managing stress and how you can start
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Based in San Diego, CA, Deanna helps high-achieving moms clear the clutter from their homes and lives.
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