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Why do I reach for the label maker right before a big launch?

Can organizing my closet actually help my business—or is it just a clever detour?

In this episode of the Happy Healthy Hustle Podcast, I’m getting real about something I know intimately: productive procrastination.

As a business coach, TEDx speaker, and yes—someone who has definitely deep-cleaned her kitchen the night before a big deadline—I’m here to share what’s really going on behind those tidy distractions.

Here’s what I talk about:

➡️ What “productive procrastination” actually means—and why so many of us fall into its sneaky trap

➡️ A behind-the-scenes story from my shared kitchen during my PhD (yes, I defrosted a freezer to avoid writing!)

➡️ The PAUSE Method—my five-step tool for catching the pattern and gently returning to what really matters

➡️ How tiny actions can move you from stuck to showing up

➡️ This week’s Petite Practice™—one small reset to build momentum and confidence

My reminder this week:

“It’s not about shaming yourself. It’s about learning to catch the pattern and shift with intention. Clarity comes when you take action—one step at a time.”

Listen + Links

Watch this episode here: https://youtu.be/10EsrkFFS6w?feature=shared

Tune in here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-to-pause-procrastination/id1678822774?i=1000720290285

Read the blog here: https://doctorchristiane.com/productive-procrastination/

Come say hi on Instagram → @doctor.christiane.com

Find more tools, past episodes, and free clarity resources → doctorchristiane.com

If this episode resonated with you…

Send it to a friend who’s maybe alphabetizing their books instead of pitching their next offer. And if you loved the episode, I’d be so grateful if you left a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify—it really helps others find the show.

Here’s to more clarity, less clutter, and one confident step forward.

What are the essentials for a happy, healthy summer?

In this episode, I’m sharing exactly what’s helping me feel more radiant, grounded, and energized this season. From small wellness rituals to my current favorite products, these are the tools I’m reaching for to support my body, mind, and creativity without overcomplicating things.

I’m a big believer that it doesn’t take a massive overhaul to feel better. Sometimes all it takes is a petite practice, a small shift that changes the whole tone of your day.

This summer is especially meaningful for me, because...

✨ I’m getting ready to give my first TED Talk on August 16 (!)

And I’ve been deep in prep mode - memorizing, refining, and even coming up with a fun way to practice: I’m calling it TED Talk caroling

If you’ve got 10 minutes and want a sneak peek, I’d love to practice with you! Reach out if you’re in.

In this episode, I share:

➡️ How I’m using small, intentional rituals to bring more ease and clarity into my days

➡️ A behind-the-scenes look at my TED Talk journey—and how you can be part of it

➡️ My Top 10 Summer Essentials on Amazon—from gut support to skin glow to stress-free travel

➡️ Why simple pleasures like pool days, garden hangs, and family time are part of my wellness routine

➡️ How slowing down can actually give you more energy, creativity, and joy

Whether you're in full vacation mode or juggling real life with sunshine in the background, this episode is here to help you feel good—without the overwhelm.

You’ll find all 10 of my summer favorites linked in the show notes—these are things I actually use and love, and I can’t wait to hear which ones you try.

🎧 Listen now, then message me with your own favorite finds, wellness rituals, or if you want to be part of my TED Talk practice audience. I mean it—I’d love that!

✨ Let’s connect:

Instagram: @hello.happy.nest 🌐 Website + Blog + Free Resources: hellohappynest.com 📅 Book a Clarity Call: Schedule here

If you enjoyed this episode, please take a moment to leave a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify—it helps more people find Happy Healthy, and it means the world to me.

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Here’s to a bright, nourishing, and joyfully simple week. Thanks for listening!

What if growing your business didn’t have to mean sacrificing your family?

What if your ambition could actually strengthen your home life?

In this episode [# 66], I sit down with Joe Pomeroy—entrepreneur, husband, father—to talk about building a business without losing what matters most.

Joe shares how he turned a deeply personal moment into a catalyst for change.

This isn’t about hustle at all costs.

It’s about doing success in a way that feels true.

Inside this episode:

✔ The personal story that changed everything for Joe.

✔ How to spot the “kryptonite” in your so-called superpower.

✔ The mindset shift that helps you stop blaming and start rebuilding.

✔ Joe’s “translation” approach to strengthen communication.

✔ Why your best business skills work at home, too.

✔ How small intentional steps create big relational wins.

Mentioned in the episode: Joe’s free resource for Family Builders

→ forwardwithjoe.com/petite

Explore more:

🎧 Watch the video and get the transcript at doctorchristiane.com/grow-your-business-without-losing-family

Tune in here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/grow-your-business-without-losing-family-w-joe-pomeroy/id1678822774?i=1000715777155

Find me on Instagram at @doctor.christiane.

Visit doctorchristiane.com to get started with your Petite Practice™ and growth tools.

If this episode spoke to you, follow the show and leave a review. It helps more thoughtful entrepreneurs build sustainable success.

What if feeling stuck wasn’t the problem?

What if spinning was just your system asking for a better rhythm?

In this episode [# 65], I share how my Petite Practice™ system - based on small, strategic moves—quietly shifts everything.

No massive overhaul required.

Just one intentional step at a time.

This is not about doing more.

It’s about doing what actually works for you.

Inside this episode:

✔ The mindset reframe that helps you get out of your own way.

✔ Why smaller steps lead to bigger breakthroughs.

✔ My go-to method for habit stacking that feels light.

✔ How to shape your space to support success.

✔ A tracking approach that feels human.

✔ How I celebrate progress in a way that actually feels good.

Mentioned in the episode: My book How to Master Your Goals is available on Amazon.

Take the Superpower Quiz to uncover your strengths-based growth style.

https://www.tryinteract.com/share/quiz/680acbb35fb6f0001547ba20

Explore more:

Watch the video and get the transcript at doctorchristiane.com/how-reset your-mind-minutes

Find me on Instagram at @doctor.christiane.

Visit doctorchristiane.com to get started with your Petite Practice™ and growth tools.

If this episode sparked something for you, follow the show and leave a review. It helps more thoughtful entrepreneurs find their rhythm. RSSVERIFY

What if your next big transformation didn’t start with a massive overhaul… but with something so small it feels almost too easy?

And what if building better habits could actually feel light, breezy, and...dare I say—fun?

In this episode [# 64], I’m walking you through six quick habit tips I swear by.

These are what I call a Petite Practice™, simple, strategic moves that stack up to real momentum.

No pressure. No perfection. Just tiny shifts that meet you where you are and get you moving in the right direction.

Check out the video, and transcript here: https://doctorchristiane.com/how-to-build-better-habits/

Inside, I share:

• The sneaky little mindset trick that makes new habits stick
• Why smaller is always smarter (especially when you’re busy)
• The easiest way to piggyback a new habit onto your existing routine
• How your environment can quietly make or break your consistency
• A minimalist approach to tracking (that won’t stress you out)
• What I actually do to celebrate progress in a way that feels good

Mentioned in the Episode:

• My book, How to Master Your Goals, grab your copy on Amazon

Let’s Stay Connected:

If this episode gave you a nudge (or a fresh idea to try), follow the show and leave a review. It helps more people find these bite-sized habit shifts.

Instagram: @doctor.christiane

Website:https://doctorchristiane.com/

Ever wonder why someone else’s success looks effortless while yours feels like sweat, second-guesses, and juggling too much at once?

What if the most magical moments in your life and business are built on what no one claps for?

Let’s talk about the dance club.

Not the glitter. Not the DJ. Not the high-energy chaos of a Saturday night. I’m talking about what happens after. When the floors are sticky, the lights are being rewired, and someone is scrubbing last night’s sparkle off the walls.

In this episode, I’m taking you back to my teenage clubbing days in Germany. One forgotten jacket turned into a front-row seat to the behind-the-scenes work I had never thought about. And that moment taught me something I still use today.

This is about the hustle no one sees. And how it quietly, powerfully, builds everything people do see.

Here’s what we’ll unpack:

• Why your most effortless experiences are built on invisible, unglamorous work
• How the “iceberg illusion” makes us believe success is easier for everyone else
• What overnight success really means and why it’s almost never overnight
• How petite practices can build momentum even when your energy is low
• Why celebrating what no one else sees is the key to lasting confidence

If you’ve ever caught yourself thinking, “It shouldn’t be this hard,” this episode is for you.

And if you want to figure out what sets you apart?

Also, check out the full blog post https://doctorchristiane.com/invisible-hustle/

You Tube video: https://youtu.be/EkwNvyUzD-o

Take the Superpower Score Quiz. It’s quick, revealing, and designed to help you use your natural strengths to grow with calm clarity.

Start your FREE quiz here! https://www.tryinteract.com/share/quiz/680acbb35fb6f0001547ba20

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My latest book How to Discover your Superpower is available now on Amazon. It’s packed with mindset tools, practical systems, and real-life strategies I’ve used with students, clients, and on the Happy Healthy Hustle podcast.

Grab your copy: https://amzn.to/4kkVQQ4

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Let’s stay connected:

Instagram: @doctor.christiane

Website: www.doctorchristiane.com

If today’s episode gave you something to think about, I’d be so grateful if you left a review or shared it with someone who’s building their version of success behind the scenes. Every share helps this show reach more people doing the real work that matters.

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It’s Dr. Christiane, and I am so excited to welcome you back to another episode of The Happy Healthy Hustle Podcast. Today, we’re doing something a little different. I’m not breaking down a growth funnel or teaching a new visibility tactic. I’m sharing something even more foundational - the small, simple things that are helping me stay grounded and energized this month.

I’m walking you through my Top 5 favorite products and rituals for May. These aren’t just things I like. They are part of what I call The Petite Practice, a personal philosophy built around small, intentional actions that support your energy, your focus, and your ability to keep showing up in a way that feels good.

Before I get into the list, I’m also sharing something I’m proud of. This podcast has been nominated for the Women Podcasters in Education Award. I am incredibly grateful and excited, but more than anything, I want to talk about why this kind of recognition matters. Not because it is flashy or impressive, but because it reminds us that meaningful things can start small. I launched this podcast with a mic, a message, and a lot of heart. And now we’re here — growing together.

In this episode, I’m also diving into the psychology of small actions. There’s a concept I love called Self-Determination Theory, which says we thrive when we feel autonomous, competent, and connected. Every part of my Petite Practice supports those three elements. That is what this episode is really about: making space for joy, structure, and progress, even in a full season.

Here’s what I’ll cover:

• The five products that are helping me rest, recharge, and feel more like myself
• Why these rituals actually support my business growth, open rates, and energy
• What my Friday night bath ritual looks like (yes, I am sharing what makes it so special)
• How a rosemary scalp tonic might just be my favorite behind-the-scenes beauty secret
• Why your vote matters and how you can support this podcast

If this show has helped you in any way, I would be so honored if you would vote for Happy Healthy Hustle in the Women Podcasters in Education Awards. It takes just a minute, and the link is in the show notes.

📍 You can also:

• Vote for the podcast right here: https://www.womenpodcasters.com/awards-dr-christiane-schroeter
• Grab my Top 5 May Favorites: https://amzn.to/3F2y3oQ
• Listen to the full 25 in 2025 episode: https://rss.com/podcasts/happyhealthyhustle/1898908
• Visit my Amazon storefront: https://www.amazon.com/shop/doctor.christiane
• Or just send me a message: [email protected]

Thank you so much for being here. As always, take care of yourself first, then go take care of the world. You got this.

Love, Christiane

What’s the secret to building visibility and confidence, even if public speaking feels terrifying?

In this episode [61] of the the Happy Healthy Hustle, I’m sharing how I went from nervous, shaky beginnings to using speaking as one of the biggest tools for growing my personal brand and opening new doors.

Spoiler: Confidence isn’t something you’re born with - it’s built, step-by-step, one petite practice at a time.

You don’t need a big stage (or perfect nerves) to start speaking with impact. You just need a safe place to practice and the willingness to show up, imperfectly, but consistently.

Inside this episode, I share:

• How I overcame my fear of speaking (and how you can too)
• Why visibility grows when you speak - even before you feel ready
• Simple ways to start practicing public speaking safely
• How “petite practice” builds real confidence over time
• Why tiny speaking moments lead to massive credibility

If you’ve been waiting for the "perfect time" to get visible, this is your invitation.

Speaking is not about being flawless - it’s about being real, being visible, and letting people hear your voice.

Check out the episode and the video here: https://doctorchristiane.com/public-speaking-fear-into-visibility/

Let’s stay connected:

Website: doctorchristiane.com

Podcast Hub: doctorchristiane.com/podcast

Instagram: @doctor.christiane

YouTube: @doctor.christiane

Facebook: facebook.com/doctor.christiane

Pinterest: pinterest.com/HelloHappyNest

LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/christianeschroeter

You can also find my book trilogy, Discover Your Superpower, The Petite Practice Planner, and How to Master Your Goals - recently recognized as a #1 New Release in Adult and Continuing Education on Amazon: Check them out here!

If this episode resonates, I’d love to hear from you. Share it with a friend or leave a review — and thank you for being part of the Happy Healthy Hustle community!

What’s the secret to boosting your visibility and establishing real credibility? How do you start publishing your work even if you don’t consider yourself a writer?

In this episode of Happy Healthy Hustle, I’m sharing how publishing became one of the most powerful tools in growing my personal brand and creating meaningful opportunities. You don’t need to be a professional writer to start. You just need the willingness to share what you know and believe.

I’ll walk you through how I went from writing in small bursts during my busiest seasons to publishing a book trilogy. I’ve learned that visibility doesn’t come from one big leap. It comes from showing up consistently in small, intentional ways.

In this episode, I share:

• The three biggest benefits of publishing: authority, reach, and opportunity
• How to get started even if writing doesn’t come naturally
• My personal story of moving from short reflections to full-length books
• Simple ways to add publishing to your visibility strategy
• Why consistency creates momentum that perfection never will

If you’ve been waiting for permission or clarity to begin sharing your work, this is your episode.

Publishing is not about being perfect. It’s about being visible, being helpful, and building trust over time.

Let’s stay connected:

• Website: doctorchristiane.com
• Podcast hub: doctorchristiane.com/podcast
• Email: [email protected]
• Instagram: @doctor.christiane
• YouTube: @doctor.christiane
• Facebook: facebook.com/doctor.christiane
• Pinterest: pinterest.com/HelloHappyNest
• LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/christianeschroeter

You can also find my book trilogy on Amazon: Discover Your Superpower, The Petit Practice Planner , and How to Master Your Goals, recently recognized as a #1 New Release in Adult and Continuing Education.

Check them out here: https://www.amazon.com/shop/doctor.christiane

If this episode resonates with you, I’d love to hear from you. Reach out, share it with a friend, or leave a review. Thank you for listening and for being part of the Happy Healthy Hustle community.

What if your middle school drama, self-doubt, and awkward years were actually the beginning of your confidence?

In this heartfelt and inspiring episode of Happy Healthy Hustle, Dr. Christiane speaks with Kate Lowpensky, a soon-to-be graduate of Cal Poly San Luis Obispo, about the transformative power of self-belief. From early insecurities to the realities of college life, Kate opens up about how her determination helped her grow into the confident, grounded woman she is today.

In this conversation, you’ll hear:

• How Kate manages a full academic load, multiple jobs, and her creativity without losing herself
• Why she sees her younger self as the foundation of who she has become
• How she turned people-pleasing into healthy boundaries
• What it looks like to grow through challenges rather than shrink in response
• The role of family and support systems in developing resilience
• And yes, what "Christiane Bingo" is and why it helps her power through workouts

Kate’s story is a reminder that confidence does not have to be loud to be powerful. It grows in the quiet moments when we choose to keep going, even when it feels hard.

This episode also includes a preview of Dr. Christiane’s upcoming book, Discover Your Superpower, and how you can start claiming your own.

Follow Kate on Instagram @katelowpensky

Want more?

Order Discover Your Superpower at Amazon.com

Join the launch team: https://pages.hellohappynest.com/book

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Listen to more episodes: https://doctorchristiane.com/podcast

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