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Make Time Blocking Work for You by Making it Fun and Flexible

Published 2 months ago • 1 min read

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If you’ve ever tried time blocking and felt frustrated, or even resisted it completely because you feel like it just doesn’t work for you, read on...

I know personally how overwhelming it can be to manage a schedule when you’re already stretched thin. When I was caring for my mom and young kids, I remember feeling furious at advice that expected me to show up at the same time each day for the same thing when I couldn’t guarantee I would have the availability or the energy. My circumstances simply didn’t allow for that and I felt like all the productivity solutions ignored my life.

That’s why I created an approach I now call flex-blocking—a flexible, playful way to time block that actually works for real life. In this week’s episode of the Positively Living® Podcast, I walk you through how to make time blocking fun and functional, using strategies like:

  • Creating themed time blocks (with names that make you laugh and smile)
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  • Using color coding to reflect energy and intention (for brightness and balance)
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  • Building in margin and movement, not just meetings (buffer time is essential)
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  • Designing your week for your unique brain (especially handy if you're a Rebel or Questioner)
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I also revisit a recorded strategy session with Lauren Yee, where we explored “school-style” time blocking—and how she adapted it to fit her personality and needs. It wasn’t perfect, but it worked because it was hers. If you didn't catch that one, you may want to listen now (and be sure to check out the follow up episode as well).

If you're ready to design a shame-free, sustainable schedule you’ll actually enjoy following, this episode is your permission slip. Want to hear more? You can listen to the episode and check out the blog post.

With encouragement and a color-coded calendar,

♥

Lisa

P.S. If a color coded flex-blocking calendar sounds like something you want, I encourage you to try it! And, if you want to get there faster, a coaching session will do it. Curious about that? Reply to this email and I'll let you know what your options are.

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