3Spoonies, Episode Number 49, 19th February 2026

Traditional schedules assume consistent energy, predictable health, and the ability to push through — which makes them a terrible fit for many disabled, chronically ill, and neurodivergent people.

In this episode of 3Spoonies, we explore what it actually means to create a flexible schedule that works in real life — not just on paper.

This episode is about permission: permission to work differently, rest without guilt, and design a schedule that supports your health, your work, and your life — even when no two days look the same.

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If you’d like to find out more about our hosts;

Jo O’Neil

Website: https://bright-cat.co.uk/ 

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joanne-oneil/ 

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BrightCatBusiness 

Claire Napper

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/claire-napper

Website: www.blackveilstationery.co.uk

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Karen Duncan

Website: http://www.ponyponypony.co.uk 

LinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/in/PonyPonyPony 

Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/PonyPonyPonyCourses 

Sponsors

A HUGE thank to our main episode sponsor: 

Lisa Greener – Green Cat Books

Founded in 2017 by fellow spoonie Lisa Greener, Green Cat Books has supported nearly 70 authors and published over 120 titles. We handle the production side of publishing so authors can focus on writing, work, or simply taking time to rest.

Our catalogue includes children’s books, sci-fi, romance, and poetry, alongside audiobooks and videobooks, with selected titles now available on Spotify and Audible. We also promote independent creators and offer an affiliate programme for book lovers who want to share and earn.

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And to our advert sponsors! 

Men Forge Forward

Men Forge Forward is a free online community where professional men under pressure reclaim their edge through brotherhood, accountability, and the 30-day FireUP Challenge.

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The Createry

The Createry is a friendly coworking and content creation studio space located in the heart of Nottingham.

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Chapters:

00:00 Intro

01:41 Why This Episode Was Rescheduled

03:24 Why Flexibility Matters

04:08 Planning vs Adapting

06:10 Energy-Limited Scheduling

09:32 Letting Go of Rigid Expectations

13:18 Creating Realistic Schedules

17:42 Flexible Systems and Backup Plans

22:05 Communicating with Clients

26:48 Batching and Energy Cycles

31:14 Redefining Productivity

35:52 Progress Over Perfection

39:17 Avoiding Boom-and-Bust

41:12 Recognising Progress

42:22 Final Thoughts

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