<description>&lt;p&gt;If you caught my recent article about intuitive productivity, then I hope you enjoy this follow-up podcast with 12 practical tips for practicing it daily. &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Key Points in the Episode&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;12 Practical Tips for Intuitive Productivity&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;* &lt;em&gt;Start each day by checking in with yourself.&lt;/em&gt; Before you dive into your to-do list, take a moment to pause and reflect. Ask yourself, 'What feels most exciting or meaningful today?' &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;* &lt;em&gt;Break free from rigid schedules.&lt;/em&gt; If you’re feeling energized and creative in the morning, tackle your most challenging or creative tasks. Flexibility allows you to work in harmony with your natural rhythms instead of fighting against them.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;* &lt;em&gt;Use joy as a compass.&lt;/em&gt; Pay attention to the tasks that bring you a sense of joy or flow. If something feels draining, pause and ask yourself if it’s truly necessary. Can you approach it differently or delegate it? &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;* &lt;em&gt;Set intentions, not deadlines.&lt;/em&gt; Instead of rigid deadlines, focus on broad intentions. This approach moves you forward without the unnecessary pressure to be perfect or rushed.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;* &lt;em&gt;Honor your energy cycles.&lt;/em&gt; Productivity ebbs and flows—that’s normal. When it’s low, give yourself permission to rest or shift to less demanding tasks. Trust that the flow will return.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;* &lt;em&gt;Simplify your to-do list.&lt;/em&gt; Choose just one to three things to focus on each day. This clarity helps you avoid overwhelm and allows you to pour your energy into what matters most.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;* &lt;em&gt;Celebrate small wins.&lt;/em&gt; Instead of focusing on what’s left undone, take time to acknowledge your progress. &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;* &lt;em&gt;Let go of multitasking.&lt;/em&gt; We often think doing more at once makes us productive, but it usually has the opposite effect. Intuitive productivity thrives when you’re fully present with one task at a time.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;* &lt;em&gt;Trust your instincts when prioritizing.&lt;/em&gt; When you’re faced with competing demands, trust your gut to decide what truly needs your attention. &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;* &lt;em&gt;Create space for creative exploration.&lt;/em&gt; Set aside unstructured time to brainstorm, experiment, or simply let your mind wander. &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;* &lt;em&gt;Reflect and adjust regularly.&lt;/em&gt; At the end of each day or week, take a few minutes to reflect on what felt good and what didn’t.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;* &lt;em&gt;Say no to what doesn’t align.&lt;/em&gt; If a task or commitment doesn’t align with your values or passions, give yourself permission to say no. &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Which one resonates most with you as something you can practice?&lt;/p&gt; &lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit &lt;a href="https://michellerayburn.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&amp;#38;utm_campaign=CTA_1"&gt;michellerayburn.substack.com&lt;/a&gt;</description>

Midlife Repurposed

Michelle Rayburn

Intuitive Productivity: Tips for Less Pressure, More Joy

JAN 8, 202525 MIN
Midlife Repurposed

Intuitive Productivity: Tips for Less Pressure, More Joy

JAN 8, 202525 MIN

Description

<p>If you caught my recent article about intuitive productivity, then I hope you enjoy this follow-up podcast with 12 practical tips for practicing it daily. </p><p>Key Points in the Episode</p><p><strong>12 Practical Tips for Intuitive Productivity</strong></p><p>* <em>Start each day by checking in with yourself.</em> Before you dive into your to-do list, take a moment to pause and reflect. Ask yourself, 'What feels most exciting or meaningful today?' </p><p>* <em>Break free from rigid schedules.</em> If you’re feeling energized and creative in the morning, tackle your most challenging or creative tasks. Flexibility allows you to work in harmony with your natural rhythms instead of fighting against them.</p><p>* <em>Use joy as a compass.</em> Pay attention to the tasks that bring you a sense of joy or flow. If something feels draining, pause and ask yourself if it’s truly necessary. Can you approach it differently or delegate it? </p><p>* <em>Set intentions, not deadlines.</em> Instead of rigid deadlines, focus on broad intentions. This approach moves you forward without the unnecessary pressure to be perfect or rushed.</p><p>* <em>Honor your energy cycles.</em> Productivity ebbs and flows—that’s normal. When it’s low, give yourself permission to rest or shift to less demanding tasks. Trust that the flow will return.</p><p>* <em>Simplify your to-do list.</em> Choose just one to three things to focus on each day. This clarity helps you avoid overwhelm and allows you to pour your energy into what matters most.</p><p>* <em>Celebrate small wins.</em> Instead of focusing on what’s left undone, take time to acknowledge your progress. </p><p>* <em>Let go of multitasking.</em> We often think doing more at once makes us productive, but it usually has the opposite effect. Intuitive productivity thrives when you’re fully present with one task at a time.</p><p>* <em>Trust your instincts when prioritizing.</em> When you’re faced with competing demands, trust your gut to decide what truly needs your attention. </p><p>* <em>Create space for creative exploration.</em> Set aside unstructured time to brainstorm, experiment, or simply let your mind wander. </p><p>* <em>Reflect and adjust regularly.</em> At the end of each day or week, take a few minutes to reflect on what felt good and what didn’t.</p><p>* <em>Say no to what doesn’t align.</em> If a task or commitment doesn’t align with your values or passions, give yourself permission to say no. </p><p>Which one resonates most with you as something you can practice?</p> <br/><br/>This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit <a href="https://michellerayburn.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&#38;utm_campaign=CTA_1">michellerayburn.substack.com</a>