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B4A Q&A - Building Your Space: From Overwhelmed Parent to Thriving Space Builder


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Unlocking the Perfect Average Day: Proven Strategies for Busy Parents - Built for Adventure Podcast

In this episode of the Built for Adventure podcast, Chris takes the helm solo to dive deeply into the Space Builders program, aimed at helping busy parents build their ideal lives.

Discussing the unique challenges faced by busy dads, Chris outlines the three main areas of expertise: health, relationships, and prosperity.

He shares tips on time management, overcoming obstacles, and his personal journey from hitting rock bottom to becoming an advocate for creating safe, transformative spaces through Space Builders.

You'll also hear success stories and practical tools that can be applied in as little as five minutes a day to create meaningful change.

00:00 Introduction to Built for Adventure

00:31 Answering Your Questions Solo

01:09 Three Main Areas of Expertise

02:44 Aligning with Busy Parents

04:40 Personal Experiences and Perfect Average Day

07:06 Journey from End of Rope Parent to Space Builder

10:07 Time Recapture and Misconceptions

11:45 Success Stories and North Star Concept

14:37 Origin Story and Overcoming Depression

16:36 Dreamlining and Unique Methods

19:31 Adapting Strategies for Different Families

23:59 Common Mistakes in Time Management

25:30 The Challenge of Time Management

25:57 Influence of Personal Experience on Coaching

26:33 Fuelling for Fat Loss and Performance

27:36 Daily Routine and Space Building Principles

29:35 Recapture and Reallocate Concept

31:30 Maintaining Long-Term Motivation

32:57 Specialising in Helping Busy Parents

34:16 Balancing Professional and Personal Life

35:12 Measuring Progress in Space Building

36:01 Overcoming Family Challenges

37:55 Common Misconceptions About Space Building

39:24 Evolving Approach to Family Time and Prosperity

41:45 Integrating North Star and Dreamlining

42:40 Improving Space Building Methods

43:43 Dealing with Doubts in Space Building

45:11 Future Vision for Space Building and Family Prosperity

47:57 Conclusion and Invitation to Space Builders Community

Title: My Journey from Overwhelmed Parent to a Thriving Space Builder

As a busy parent, I understand the chaos that comes with juggling family, work, and personal aspirations. Yet, I've embarked on an incredible journey that has transformed my life from overwhelming to thriving. I want to share my step-by-step guide to help you build your own perfect space. This isn't just about rearranging your environment—it's about redesigning your life.

Step 1: Identifying My Core Areas of Focus

My transformation began by honing in on the three main areas I wanted to master as a space builder: health, relationships, and prosperity. For me, it was about creating a holistic lifestyle, nurturing thriving relationships with my family, and seeking prosperity beyond just financial gain. It's about building memorable experiences.

Step 2: Mastering Time Management

Time used to feel like an enemy. I realised that my constraints weren't limitations, they were my superpowers. I began focusing on essential tasks only, cutting out the distractions. By time blocking my days, I could reclaim my schedule and my sanity. It was empowering to see how managing my time more effectively helped me feel more in control.

Step 3: Crafting My Perfect Average Day

I visualised my North Star: what I wanted my life to look like in two years. My ideal day involves early starts, structured routines, and a balance between work and family life. I crafted my own version of a perfect day, which guides my choices and actions. This helped me align daily tasks with my long-term goals, leading to sustained happiness.

Step 4: Embracing and Overcoming Personal Challenges

My journey isn't without its battles. From struggling with depression and alcoholism to losing a business, each experience taught me resilience. I turned my struggles into stepping stones toward a healthier, more balanced life. Recognising and embracing my personal challenges empowered me to grow beyond them.

Step 5: Leveraging Time Recapture Techniques

I discovered the power of time recapture, finding ways to reclaim moments and refocus them on activities that align with my North Star vision. It’s about living intentionally. By reclaiming wasted time, I directed my energy toward meaningful pursuits.

Step 6: Building My North Star Vision

I set a clear two-year vision for my health, relationships, and prosperity. By breaking it down into achievable goals, I mapped out what I needed to achieve in two months, and then weekly and daily actions to get there. This cascading approach kept me focused and accountable to my dreams.

Step 7: Implementing Effective and Enjoyable Tools

Choosing “Easy, Lucrative, and Fun” tools over those that are “Hard, Annoying, Lame, and Frustrating” ensured my success felt effortless and rewarding. I found and created simple, time-efficient tools that became vital in optimising my routines.

Step 8: Creating and Nurturing a Community

I built the Space Builders Hub—a community where people like us share experiences and support one another. Engaging with other parents on similar journeys allows me to learn and grow alongside others, enriching my path as a space builder.

Conclusion: Building My Perfect Space

This journey is about making small, incremental improvements that collectively elevate my life.

By following these steps, adjusting as needed, and maintaining consistency, I've been able to reshape my world.

Whether it's reclaiming time, redefining my perfect day, or thriving in the Space Builders community, these tools are transformative.

I'm excited to share my journey with you. Together, we can build spaces in our lives that truly feel like home. Join the Space Builders community and let's turn our dream lifestyles into reality.

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