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#150| Why “12 Hours of Free Time” Is a Total Myth That Leads to Overwhelm (& How To Maximize What You Actually Have): Overwhelm, Productivity, Time Management & People Pleasing

#150| Why “12 Hours of Free Time” Is a Total Myth That Leads to Overwhelm (& How To Maximize What You Actually Have): Overwhelm, Productivity, Time Management & People Pleasing

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Feeling like your once-reliable planner just can’t keep up with your real life anymore?

Whether it’s a new job, a second kid, or just life getting more complicated, many professional women hit a wall where their old systems break down. In this episode, attorney-turned-time-management-expert Kelly Nolan shares how she went from burnout to building the Bright Method™—a scheduling system designed for the invisible load women carry.

In this episode, you will:

  • Discover the common tipping points that make your trusted planning system obsolete
  • Learn how the Bright Method™ addresses the real mental load that traditional time management ignores
  • Get a step-by-step look at how to reclaim control using digital calendaring and a weekly two-week planning routine

If you’re ready to stop drowning in to-dos and finally see your real capacity, hit play and learn how to bring structure and calm back into your week.


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