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The Bold Life
Dr. Nicole Byers
146 episodes
5 months ago
I am no stranger to taking on more than is possible to complete. I have big goals for myself and a passion for learning! Which means that I love taking on projects. But sometimes, my to-do list tasks feel like a chore to get through and I feel stretched for time. Does any of this sound familiar? In this episode, I’ll introduce you to the Productivity Formula. This is something I use to help me make tough decisions on how to spend my time and energy. Show Highlights [01:59] - What is the Pro...
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Education,
Business,
Careers,
Health & Fitness,
Mental Health
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I am no stranger to taking on more than is possible to complete. I have big goals for myself and a passion for learning! Which means that I love taking on projects. But sometimes, my to-do list tasks feel like a chore to get through and I feel stretched for time. Does any of this sound familiar? In this episode, I’ll introduce you to the Productivity Formula. This is something I use to help me make tough decisions on how to spend my time and energy. Show Highlights [01:59] - What is the Pro...
Show more...
Self-Improvement
Education,
Business,
Careers,
Health & Fitness,
Mental Health
Episodes (20/146)
The Bold Life
143: Is It Time to Let That Project Go?
I am no stranger to taking on more than is possible to complete. I have big goals for myself and a passion for learning! Which means that I love taking on projects. But sometimes, my to-do list tasks feel like a chore to get through and I feel stretched for time. Does any of this sound familiar? In this episode, I’ll introduce you to the Productivity Formula. This is something I use to help me make tough decisions on how to spend my time and energy. Show Highlights [01:59] - What is the Pro...
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2 years ago
10 minutes

The Bold Life
142: 3 Keys to Reaching Your Goals When Your Time is Limited
Sometimes, life throws us a curveball. And other times, it seems like your time is swept away with the day to day stuff and the big projects that you’re excited about gets put off to tomorrow. But, not all tasks are urgent! In this episode, you’ll learn 3 simple steps to pivot when life throws you a curveball. Then you can stay on track with your big goals without going into panic mode. Show Highlights [02:40] - In the Fall, my household had a seemingly never ending stream of illnesses. [04...
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2 years ago
11 minutes

The Bold Life
141: 1 Reason Self-Care Doesn’t Work For High Achievers
We all know self-care is important, but it’s usually the last thing on the to-do list for high achievers. It’s hard for us to set our big goals and responsibilities aside and put ourselves first every once in a while. In this episode, you’ll learn why our brains approach self-care as a task or something to check off the to-do list. When that happens, self-care feels like more work! You will also learn a simple strategy to rewire your brain into thinking about self-care differently so you can ...
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2 years ago
11 minutes

The Bold Life
BONUS - Replay Episode #92: Get Your Resolutions Back On Track
Most people make new year's resolutions or at least goals for 2022. We start the year motivated and committed, ready to make massive changes in our lives. Then by February it all goes down the drain and we’re back to the status quo. Why? Because our brains are designed to keep us safe. Safe for your brain means staying in your comfort zone. Change takes energy and our brains are designed to conserve energy where possible. Instead of creating massive goals that are vague and ...
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2 years ago
13 minutes

The Bold Life
BONUS - Replay Episode #79: 10 Strategies to Boost Motivation and STOP Procrastinating
Sometimes we would do almost anything else to avoid starting our next project at work! In our distraction-filled world it’s hard to stay motivated, especially if you’re a busy professional or entrepreneur. Find out how to boost your motivation on those days when you didn’t get out of bed ready to go! When I set my own deadlines it can be easy to procrastinate, and that’s because our brain isn’t set to focus on the long game - it wants rewards, and our brain wants them now! With no stress and ...
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2 years ago
19 minutes

The Bold Life
BONUS - Replay Episode #110: Why Self-Care is MORE than Bubble Baths and Pedicures
Do you feel selfish when you rest or take a break? Recently I surprised myself when my first thought upon hearing someone else was taking a break, wasn’t what I expected. It made me take a hard look at my beliefs around what it means to work hard or be successful. I’m sharing why you might have a hard time resting and why our current culture reinforces this belief. Plus, learn one daily strategy to refresh your mind and body and to get comfortable putting yourself first ever...
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2 years ago
14 minutes

The Bold Life
140: How to Reach Your Goals in 2023 Without Setting Resolutions
Do you set New Year’s Resolutions? I don’t. And in this episode, I’ll explain why. You’ll also learn 3 success strategies for 2023 instead of setting resolutions that will help you be more productive and achieve your goals faster. Show Highlights [01:15] - 80% of New Year’s Resolutions fail before February. [02:01] - Resolutions are vague. They are impossible to stay focused on. [03:03] - Goals work because they are specific and have a plan. [03:36] - Strategy #1: Start a “done” list. [04:5...
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2 years ago
8 minutes

The Bold Life
139: One Time Saving Secret to Reach Your Goals in 2023
I am celebrating! I not only reached a personal goal of mine, but I was able to check it off my bucket list. I thought I had to wait till I was retired to accomplish this goal! But how did I find time for it? In this episode, I share the time-saving secret I discovered that left me with enough time to achieve this goal and feel less burnt out at the same time. Show Highlights [01:49] - I was still feeling burnt out and exhausted. I never had time for myself. [03:03] - I brought the habits I...
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2 years ago
9 minutes

The Bold Life
138: 3 Steps to Prioritize Your To-Do List and Reach Your Goals Faster
Especially this time of year, our to-do lists seem never ending! With the holidays, year-end tasks, and planning for next year, there’s no way we can get it all done. Guess what. That’s okay! Prioritizing your to-do list is what will keep you from burning out this season and will help you reach your goals faster. In this episode, you’ll learn 3 steps to do this so you know exactly where to focus your time and energy. Show Highlights [01:48] - Lists keep my brain organized and keep me on tra...
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2 years ago
12 minutes

The Bold Life
137: Boost Your Momentum in 2023 with this Year End Strategy
Does it sometimes feel like you’re stuck on a hamster wheel? Working all the time but getting nowhere fast. Feeling rushed and like we’re never making enough progress. Why do we feel this way? It’s all about the expectations we put on ourselves when it comes to time and productivity. And our brains have learned these standards that are impossible to meet. So today, you’ll learn the science behind this pressure and a strategy you can implement right away to stop feeling behind. Show Hi...
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2 years ago
10 minutes

The Bold Life
136: Why I Overwork When I’m Stressed Out
When I feel overwhelmed and barely handling it, I tend to take on more work. It doesn’t make sense on the surface. I mean, why would I create more work for myself by adding more things to my list? In the short term, it actually makes sense. And our brains really like to focus on the short-term. But, what about the long-term? In this episode, you’ll learn why it's common for us to burn ourselves out by trying to control everything. You’ll also hear about my recent experience with taking on too...
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2 years ago
10 minutes

The Bold Life
135: 2 Keys to Stay Present and Enjoy What You’re Doing
Constantly focused on what’s next? Have you noticed your brain keeps drifting to the next thing you need to do? It makes you feel like you aren’t present in the moment, right? You are not alone. In this episode, you’ll learn why your brain likes to focus on the future and prevents us from enjoying the moment. I’ll also share 2 actionable strategies you can start using today to bring your focus back and be present so you can stop feeling rushed. Show Highlights [01:58] - I share the experien...
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2 years ago
13 minutes

The Bold Life
134: How to Set Confident Boundaries at Work in 3 Steps
Today we are talking about boundaries! Lately, I’ve seen a lot on social media about the importance of creating boundaries for your own health and wellbeing. But what I also notice is that the recommendations are about setting boundaries with other people. That’s important, but what about the more difficult boundaries to set? The most difficult boundaries to set and stick to are the ones we set with ourselves. So listen on to learn my experience struggling to stick to my own time boundaries a...
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2 years ago
13 minutes

The Bold Life
133: 3 Reasons You DON’T Want to Aim For A+ Work
Does the thought of giving something less than 100% of your effort make you uncomfortable? As perfectionists, we’ve trained our brains to only work towards perfection. Your drive for perfection, your desire to get things just right, and the pressure we put on ourselves to meet these super high standards have become part of our mental default. Sometimes even the idea of not being able to do something perfectly, holds us back from starting. Here’s a secret…there are benefits to aiming for...
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2 years ago
12 minutes

The Bold Life
132: Boost Your Focus with a Digital Declutter
We can all do with a bit of declutter before the busiest time of year. Clutter around the house drives me bonkers. With clutter, it is hard to concentrate and get anything done. Digital clutter works the same way, but it’s harder to address the problem because we don’t immediately see it around us. When was the last time you decluttered your phone, your email, or your computer? Like physical clutter, digital clutter gets worse over time. It builds up. So in this episode, we’ll talk abou...
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3 years ago
13 minutes

The Bold Life
131: Top 3 Reasons High Achievers Burn Out
It’s no secret that you’re busy. I know you’re juggling a million things at once. And you’ve got big career and life goals. You’re an ambitious high achiever working so hard to create the life you want for yourself. I see you! With a career, your dreams, your family, and everything in between… it's getting really hard to stay on top of it all. Maybe you are feeling burnt out, or wondering what happened to your energy at the end of the day!? But what makes high achievers burn out? Listen to th...
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3 years ago
12 minutes

The Bold Life
130: How to Stop Worrying What Other People Think
How can I stop worrying about what other people think? It’s a common question and honestly, a really good one. Worrying about what other people think is human nature. Your brain evolved to care. In this episode, I’ll take you through a neuroscience-based perspective on why we care so much about what other people think. We’ll explore the fears and doubts that might be holding you back. You’ll also learn three key strategies in taking action without worrying about what other people think. Sho...
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3 years ago
13 minutes

The Bold Life
129: How to Use Your Inner Perfectionist to Your Advantage
I’m a recovering perfectionist! But what does it really mean? Is it a catch phrase to introduce yourself? Or is it a combination of habits, beliefs, and patterns that shape how we think, act, and see ourselves in the world? We’re a community of people with big goals and high standards on this show. But what you might not realize is how your inner perfectionist is standing between you and reaching those goals. In this episode, you’ll learn how your inner perfectionist developed. You’ll a...
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3 years ago
13 minutes

The Bold Life
128: One Confidence Boosting Strategy to Rebound from Setbacks
Ever ask yourself, “How do I keep going even when things are going wrong?” I’ve been there, too. We take a step forward and then something sets us back. You could just be having one of those weeks. You could just be feeling unlucky. Or you could be reacting to this setback in your productivity journey with a fixed mindset. Our brains love momentum and hate setbacks. But we experience both. What we focus on when we have a setback makes the biggest difference. In this episode, you’ll lear...
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3 years ago
11 minutes

The Bold Life
127: How to Protect Your Priorities With a To-Do List Detox
It’s time for some real talk about your to-do list. I love lists! They’re a great tool to keep us organized. They give us structure and remind us of all the things we need to do to reach our goals. But they grow and grow until they’re out of control. When you have a mile-long to-do list, you feel chained to it, stressed, overwhelmed, and exhausted. So even though a to-do list is a great tool, if we don’t use it correctly, we set ourselves up for failure. So this episode is all about how...
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3 years ago
8 minutes

The Bold Life
I am no stranger to taking on more than is possible to complete. I have big goals for myself and a passion for learning! Which means that I love taking on projects. But sometimes, my to-do list tasks feel like a chore to get through and I feel stretched for time. Does any of this sound familiar? In this episode, I’ll introduce you to the Productivity Formula. This is something I use to help me make tough decisions on how to spend my time and energy. Show Highlights [01:59] - What is the Pro...