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How I went from endless to-do lists to doing what I love

Rebecca Gillis Season 2 Episode 10

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Whether you're trying to start a business, get back to your creative passion, or just stop scrolling long enough to go to the gym — this one's for you.

Ever feel like you're drowning in to-do lists but never getting to the things that actually matter? You're not alone — and you're not just "too busy." In this episode, breakthrough coach Rebecca Gillis gets real about why we resist the things we're meant to be doing, how our inner protectors keep us stuck in distraction, and the simple but powerful practice she uses to break through — from getting out of bed on a Saturday morning to finally hitting record on this very episode.

Rebecca shares her personal system for organizing an overwhelming life into manageable categories, tackling the next 48 hours instead of the next lifetime, and using time blocking to quiet the noise. She explores the concept of "action before distraction," why your inner critic is actually trying to help you, and how to gently take the wheel from the parts of you that are running the show.

In this episode, you'll learn:

  • why you resist most the things you're meant to be doing
  • how to organize overwhelm into manageable actions
  • how to work with your inner protectors, not against them
  • the difference between shame-driven productivity and self-led action
  • how to stay consistent, rather than just do more

References & resources mentioned:

  • The War of Art by Steven Pressfield — on resistance and doing your most important work
  • No Bad Parts by Dr. Richard Schwartz — Internal Family Systems (IFS) and understanding your inner protectors
  • Megan Sumrell– systems analyst turned time management coach
  • Cathy Hellerpodcast coach and host

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