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February 24
Procrastination, clutter, perfectionism—these aren’t just bad habits. For many ADHD women, they’re constant battles that drain energy and create overwhelm.
Dr. Christine Li, a clinical psychologist and The Procrastination Coach, has spent over 25 years helping people break free from these struggles. A Princeton and Columbia graduate, she has worked extensively with university students, led workshops at top institutions, and built an online platform to help people regain control of their time.
In this episode, Christine shares her personal experience with procrastination and disorganization—including how she unknowingly struggled with extreme last-minute scrambling for years. She explains why clutter isn’t just about stuff, but about emotional attachments, fear, and decision-making. Tracy and Christine also talk about why ADHD brains are particularly prone to clutter and procrastination, how perfectionism fuels avoidance, and why small, daily actions can completely shift your energy and productivity.
Christine’s insights go beyond theory—she provides simple, actionable strategies that make productivity feel lighter and more natural. If you’ve ever felt stuck in cycles of procrastination, clutter, or overwhelm, this conversation will give you the tools (and the mindset shifts) to start moving forward today.
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"We are so endowed with superpowers and super gifts that we should not waste another single moment dragging ourselves down, holding ourselves back, or thinking we are any less than anyone else."
- Dr. Christine Li
"Procrastination isn’t about laziness—it’s about fear, perfectionism, and overwhelm. When we replace avoidance with action, even the smallest step forward changes everything."
- Dr. Christine Li
"When we remove clutter, we’re not just clearing space—we’re reclaiming our focus, our energy, and our peace of mind."
- Dr. Christine Li
"We have to drop the idea that things need to be perfect before we start. Perfection is the enemy of progress, and the antidote is just doing—one small step at a time."
- Dr. Christine Li
"The hardest part is starting—but once you do, you’ll feel the energy shift. Clutter isn’t just stuff; it’s a weight we don’t need to carry."
- Dr. Christine Li
"Every object carries a story. Sometimes it’s love, sometimes it’s fear. The trick is knowing when to let go so you can make space for what truly supports you now."
- Dr. Christine Li
- Dr. Christine Li, a clinical psychologist with degrees from Princeton and Columbia, shares her personal experiences with procrastination and disorganization, leading to her becoming an expert on these challenges.
- She describes her early realization about procrastination in ninth grade Latin class, which eventually led her to develop workshops and strategies to help others overcome similar struggles.
- Despite her professional success, Dr. Li openly discusses her own battles with time blindness, unrealistic expectations, and emotional dysregulation throughout her academic career.
[20:00 - 40:00] Understanding Clutter and ADHD
- Dr. Li explains how clutter becomes a perfect adversary for women with ADHD, acting as both a physical distraction and emotional drain.
- She emphasizes the importance of community support and taking small, manageable steps toward decluttering rather than attempting overwhelming transformations.
- Drawing from her personal journey, Dr. Li shares insights about the relationship between ADHD, emotional regulation, and environmental organization.
[40:00 - 55:00] Strategies and Solutions
- Dr. Li provides practical mindset shifts for overcoming procrastination and decluttering resistance, emphasizing the importance of turning avoidance into action.
- She advocates for treating decluttering as a lifestyle change rather than a one-time task, suggesting tools like Trello for organization and emphasizing the importance of celebrating small wins.
- Through her "Re-Energize Your Home Challenge," Dr. Li offers structured support for creating lasting change while maintaining self-compassion throughout the process.
- Website: procrastinationcoach.com
- Facebook Group: procrastinationcoach.com
- Instagram: procrastinationcoach
- Tiktok: @procrastinationcoach
- Podcast: maketimeforsuccesspodcast.com
- Discover the Secret to Clearing Your Clutter Easily and Quickly 5-Day Challenge: procrastinationcoach
