The Bright Method Podcast: Realistic Time Management and Productivity for Working Women & Working Moms

13. Life Feeling Too Tight? The Power of “Negative Space” in Your Calendar


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Feeling stretched too thin even after cutting back? In this episode of The Bright Method Podcast, Kelly introduces a fresh perspective by applying the art concept of “negative space” to time management. Just like the blank spaces around a drawing bring balance and clarity to the whole picture, your schedule needs intentional, protected breathing room to feel sustainable and calm.

You’ll learn:

  • What “negative space” means in time management—and why it’s often overlooked

  • How to proactively build breathing room into your days, evenings, weekends, and even summer travel

  • Why blocking time to not do things helps you make better, more values-based decisions

  • How to adjust this approach across different life seasons, school semesters, and kid activity cycles

  • Kelly’s favorite tips for helping Future You remember what worked and what didn’t

Whether you're single, partnered, a parent, or not, this episode is packed with actionable tips to help you create more calm in your days—not by doing more, but by giving yourself the space you need.

Links you might enjoy:

  • 🌿 Free 5-Day Time Management Program Get five short, practical video lessons packed with realistic strategies to help you manage your personal and professional life with more clarity and calm.
  • 📱 Follow me on Instagram Get bite-sized, real-life time management tips for working women—like reminders to set mail holds before travel, anonymous day-in-the-life calendars from other professional women, and behind-the-scenes looks at how I manage my own time.
  • ✨ The full Bright Method™️ program If you're ready for a full time management system that's realistic, sustainable, and dare I say… fun, check out the Bright Method program. It's helped hundreds of professional women take back control of their time—and their peace of mind.
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