Mindful Productivity Podcast

Hosted by Sarah Steckler

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Mindful Productivity is intention and awareness of your current mental state, energy capacity, and external demands that help you better manage how you take action in the present moment to get things done sustainably. Sarah Steckler is here to help you create a more mindful and productive life and business. The Mindful Productivity Podcast is your go-to resource to learn and incorporate practical applications of mindfulness and productivity into your daily routine. Design a fulfilling life & business you love as we dive into topics surrounding mindful living, habits, productivity skills, business organization, entrepreneurial mindset, and goal execution with life lessons along the way.

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April 20, 2026Episode 22121 min

Skills Over Trends: The Mindset Shift for Sustainable Goals & Projects

In this episode, we explore a critical mindset shift that transforms how you set and reach goals in both life and business. Moving away from a "reactive cycle," we discuss how to transition from chasing fleeting trends and software updates to building a foundation of core competencies and critical thinking skills.Whether you are looking to regain your self-efficacy, start a new fitness routine, or "future-proof" your digital products, this episode emphasizes the power of experimentation and taking action over perfectionism.In this episode, you’ll learn:Why "getting in the water" matters more than having the perfect plan.The danger of building a business solely on moving parts and external tools.How to create value that translates across different platforms and time.Strategies for generating energy and taking back control of your daily schedule.My personal goals for the season, from mindful movement to backend business organization.Send us Fan MailFind more resources over at SarahSteckler.comGet Organized in your business. Watch the free Get Organized with Google Workspace training here.Learn how to publish your own planner this year. Sign up for Planner Publishing 101.Want something more tangible? Sign up for The Mindful Moment, my monthly mini physical newspaper sent via snail mail.

April 14, 2026Episode 22054 min

The Big AI Conversation: Why I'm Not Convinced by the Hype

If you’ve been feeling a sense of hesitation around boarding the AI train, this conversational episode is for you. I explore the difference between AI marketing and reality of what LLMs can actually do, the recent Claude code leak that explains a lot, what we give away when we run to ChatBots for answers, and why protecting your human voice is the most radical (and productive) thing you can do for your business right now.This will likely ruffle some feathers.Let me know what you think about AI after you listen to this episode.Send us Fan MailFind more resources over at SarahSteckler.comGet Organized in your business. Watch the free Get Organized with Google Workspace training here.Learn how to publish your own planner this year. Sign up for Planner Publishing 101.Want something more tangible? Sign up for The Mindful Moment, my monthly mini physical newspaper sent via snail mail.

March 28, 2026Episode 21946 min

I Finally Deleted Social Media: Here’s What Happened to My Business (and My Brain)

I finally did something I’ve been wanting to do for years: I burned it all to the ground and I deleted everything. In this episode, I’m sharing what finally led me to delete not only my personal social media accounts but all of my business ones as well. I’m flying solo now without the use of social media in my business, and honestly, it feels better than ever.In this conversation, I’m opening up about:My Breaking Point: How I noticed my brain was depleted, my energy was low, and my creative capacity was shrinking because of the "swirling vortex" of my phone.The Addiction: Why willpower wasn't enough to stop a habit that saw my screen time hitting 8 to 10 hours a day.How I Untangled My Business: The steps I took to disconnect Facebook logins from apps like Canva, request my data, and manually archive my Instagram highlights.Marketing Without the Apps: Why I’m focusing on long-form content and SEO, especially since 85% of my students already find me through search.The Mental Health Shift: How that "heaviness" in my chest has disappeared since I stopped performing my life for an audience.Reclaiming My Time: How I’m spending my days now - at the library, watching more birds, reading more books, and being truly present in the moment.I used to think I couldn't live without these platforms, but I’ve realized that I don't need social media, it needs me. I’m choosing to look away from my phone and be present in my own life again.Send us Fan MailFind more resources over at SarahSteckler.comGet Organized in your business. Watch the free Get Organized with Google Workspace training here.Learn how to publish your own planner this year. Sign up for Planner Publishing 101.Want something more tangible? Sign up for The Mindful Moment, my monthly mini physical newspaper sent via snail mail.

July 30, 2025Episode 21833 min

The Paper is the Process: My 3-Step Analog System for Idea Capturing

Feeling scattered no matter how many productivity apps you try? In this episode, I share why pen and paper might be the most powerful tool in your workflow, especially if you're neurodivergent, a deep thinker, or just tired of digital clutter.🎙️ Inside the episode, I'll cover:The real reason writing things down helps you think more clearly and stay focusedHow analog systems can reduce decision fatigue (no more bouncing between apps!)Why capturing your ideas on paper leads to more follow-through and less procrastinationHow repeated note-taking boosts your memory, creativity, and project momentumWhat to do when you're stuck overcomplicating your workflow and want to return to calmPlus I take you behind-the-scenes of my paper planning and project mapping processThis is your reminder that you don’t need a fancier tool, you just need a process that feels like you.📝 Cozy up with a notebook and listen in!Send us Fan MailFind more resources over at SarahSteckler.comGet Organized in your business. Watch the free Get Organized with Google Workspace training here.Learn how to publish your own planner this year. Sign up for Planner Publishing 101.Want something more tangible? Sign up for The Mindful Moment, my monthly mini physical newspaper sent via snail mail.

July 14, 2025Episode 21736 min

Low Lift Projects for Low Energy Days

Feeling low on energy but still want to move your business forward? Tune into this episode where we'll dive into:How to identify your low energy patterns (and why that matters)Practical ways to prep your life and business ahead of time for slower daysA list of low-lift business tasks you can do without burning outWhy low energy days can actually be your creative superpowerSimple mindset shifts to stop judging yourself and start working with your energy, not against itLinks Mentioned:Daily Productivity & Brain Dump BookEnergy Driver Habit TrackerCozy Creatives NewsletterSend us Fan MailFind more resources over at SarahSteckler.comGet Organized in your business. Watch the free Get Organized with Google Workspace training here.Learn how to publish your own planner this year. Sign up for Planner Publishing 101.Want something more tangible? Sign up for The Mindful Moment, my monthly mini physical newspaper sent via snail mail.

July 11, 2025Episode 21631 min

Why Paper Planners Matter More Than Ever in an AI-Filled World

This week we're chatting all about navigating AI as a creative and why paper planning matters more than ever. Tune in to hear more on:Why paper planners are more essential than ever in our tech-saturated worldHow writing things down boosts creativity, clarity, and mental well-beingThe surprising ways AI is reshaping our habits and what to do about itReal talk on digital overwhelm, constant notifications, and reclaiming your focusThe brain science behind pen-and-paper planning and how it supports deeper thinkingA refreshing hybrid approach to planning that blends analog joy with digital easeSend us Fan MailFind more resources over at SarahSteckler.comGet Organized in your business. Watch the free Get Organized with Google Workspace training here.Learn how to publish your own planner this year. Sign up for Planner Publishing 101.Want something more tangible? Sign up for The Mindful Moment, my monthly mini physical newspaper sent via snail mail.

June 30, 2025Episode 21523 min

Behind the Scenes Business Planning Updates for 2025 and Beyond

Join me for a cozy coffee chat about business updates, plans, adapting to change, and what's in the works. Links Mentioned:Sign up for the Cozy Creatives NewsletterDigital Product Shop Program (aff link)Daily Productivity & Brain Dump BookShine Sticker StudioSign up for the Get Started with Google Workspace WorkshopSend us Fan MailFind more resources over at SarahSteckler.comGet Organized in your business. Watch the free Get Organized with Google Workspace training here.Learn how to publish your own planner this year. Sign up for Planner Publishing 101.Want something more tangible? Sign up for The Mindful Moment, my monthly mini physical newspaper sent via snail mail.

June 23, 2025Episode 21426 min

I changed my entire productivity system

After struggling for far too long, I decided it was finally time to switch things up in the backend of my business. Tune into this episode to hear:What wasn't working for getting things done in my businessCommon annoyances with Notion and why I ended up ditching it for task managementWhy I no longer care what my workspace looks likeThe simplified way I am tracking tasks nowWhy I'm loving Google Workspace and a peak into my productivity setupHow I love to use Google Calendar, Google Drive, Tasks, and Google Meet to cut costs in my annual business expensesHow you can get my free training on Getting Started with Google Workspace in your business!Register for the Google Workspace Workshop here.Send us Fan MailFind more resources over at SarahSteckler.comGet Organized in your business. Watch the free Get Organized with Google Workspace training here.Learn how to publish your own planner this year. Sign up for Planner Publishing 101.Want something more tangible? Sign up for The Mindful Moment, my monthly mini physical newspaper sent via snail mail.

November 18, 2024Episode 21335 min

Reconnecting with Yourself: A 30-Minute Self-Check-In to Recharge and Refocus

We often spend so much time thinking about things in our minds, ruminating, and even venting to friends and family about how we're feeling. But taking 30 minutes to do a structured self-check-in can do wonders and give you actionable steps to get out of a rut, to feel hopeful again, and to feel inspired. Keep listening, and I'll give you some tangible steps that you can take this week, and you can do right along with this podcast episode.Send us Fan MailFind more resources over at SarahSteckler.comGet Organized in your business. Watch the free Get Organized with Google Workspace training here.Learn how to publish your own planner this year. Sign up for Planner Publishing 101.Want something more tangible? Sign up for The Mindful Moment, my monthly mini physical newspaper sent via snail mail.

September 5, 2024Episode 21223 min

Simple Tweaks to Improve Your Weeks

Today I've got 6 simple ideas you can use to improve your weeks and bring back daily joy to your life. We often overcomplicate things when really, noticing the little things can bring us back to feeling excited about our lives all over again.Send us Fan MailFind more resources over at SarahSteckler.comGet Organized in your business. Watch the free Get Organized with Google Workspace training here.Learn how to publish your own planner this year. Sign up for Planner Publishing 101.Want something more tangible? Sign up for The Mindful Moment, my monthly mini physical newspaper sent via snail mail.