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From Pissed Off to Poised- A Podcast for Busy Women Professionals
This podcast is designed to help overcommitted women, physicians, and
professionals move from being reactionary—often feeling anger and
resentment—to becoming more intentional and responsive. The goal is to
help you enjoy life while still getting everything that needs to be done,
done.
In this show, we’ll dive deep into how to shift from reacting to responding
when it comes to anger, while recognizing that the first step to making a change is building our awareness. I’ll also share practical tips on how to say "yes" only to what truly matters to you and create a calendaring system that works—one that honors your commitments to both yourself and others.
As a retired pediatrician, the co-founder of Virginia iSpine Physicians, and
a trauma informed certified mindset coach I have navigated multiple career transitions in life and am still evolving as I apply these concepts in other areas with grace and vulnerability. I want to share what I have learned over the years so that you can start to create more peace in your day to day life,
as you begin to shift from reaction to response.
From Pissed Off to Poised- A Podcast for Busy Women Professionals
Ep 28: Calendaring with the Thursday Time Out Process
If you’ve ever felt like you’re constantly playing catch-up, your brain is juggling too many tabs, or you’re just plain overwhelmed by everything on your plate, this episode is for you.
Today, I’m sharing one of my absolute favorite time optimization tools—the Thursday Time Out Process. This isn’t just another way to organize your week; it’s the foundation for working smarter, not harder, so you can finally stop feeling behind and start feeling in control. I am hoping that you all have finished the brain dump step that we discussed two episodes ago, and today’s episode is your guide to the next step.
I’ll walk you through exactly how to turn that never-ending to-do list into an actual game plan that fits your life. By carving out a dedicated weekly check-in, you’ll create a system that gives you a clear, big-picture view of your time—so you can plan smarter, adjust with intention, and, most importantly, be kinder to yourself. I’m breaking it all down into six simple steps, plus sharing pro tips to make sure you’re getting the most out of this process.
Ever since I implemented the TTO process, my days feel lighter. I have space for focus, I leave room for the unexpected, and I give myself more grace. The best part? I end my days feeling accomplished instead of drained. And you can too.
Let’s dive in.
What You'll Learn:
- Learn why the Thursday Time Out Process is a game-changer—when you plan your calendar at the same time each week, you create consistency, control, and peace of mind.
- Make focus time non-negotiable—blocking it into your calendar ensures you have dedicated space to think, work, and actually get things done without distractions.
- Use pop-off blocks to create breathing room—giving yourself intentional pause time helps you respond instead of react when the unexpected pops up.
- Keep a wins journal to track your progress—because celebrating your success with time optimization keeps you motivated and reinforces what’s working.
Featured:
- Use the Eisenhower Matrix to help you determine the urgency of tasks.
- Learn about Arpita's next Circle of Six Small Group Coaching Cohort HERE.
- Learn more about Dr. Arpita Gupta DePalma's programs with Thought Work, MD, including 1-to-1 coaching for individuals, group coaching cohorts for organizations, and her online self-study courses HERE.
- Transforming Your Anger From Reaction to Response Online Self Study Course with Dr. Arpita Gupta DePalma.
