

Reclaim Your Day 90 Seconds at a Time ⏳ GUEST! Rebecca Shaddix | Ep. 382
5 snips Jul 25, 2025
Rebecca Shaddix, a Forbes contributor and leading force in UCLA's Women in Tech research, joins to share her unique approach to time management. She emphasizes reclaiming small moments—90 seconds at a time—to enhance productivity and well-being. Shaddix discusses the impact of micro moments on combating burnout, the pitfalls of frequent email checking, and her revitalizing two-minute actions to reset energy levels. Her practical tips and daily structure offer a refreshing take on effective time management, inspiring listeners to utilize brief intervals mindfully.
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Rebecca's Early Time Struggle
- Rebecca developed fibromyalgia after a car accident at 15 and had to use small time gaps intentionally to manage her energy and social needs.
- This early experience taught her to value micro moments for meaningful connection and productivity rather than procrastination.
COVID Burnout and Time Control
- Many experienced similar burnout during COVID despite having more leisure time because flexibility was replaced by constant small tasks.
- Feeling a lack of control, not absolute time scarcity, is the core challenge in modern time management.
Use Micro Moments Intentionally
- Avoid doomscrolling and unproductive email checks during small breaks; instead, batch tasks mindfully and choose intentional activities.
- Use micro moments for brief physical or social acts like pushups, deep breaths, or writing a note to recharge energy efficiently.