The Time Poverty Illusion: How It's Sabotaging Your Belief and Success
We've all been there. Catching our tails with everything we're doing right now, feeling like there's never enough time in the day. Sound familiar?
There's this belief that we just don't have enough hours to do the big, bold things we dream about. Our constant mantra is "I don't have time," and it rolls off our tongues faster than we can tap our debit card after finding the cutest little textured black dress.
This mindset has us:
* Shelving that innovative app idea because "client work comes first"
* Pushing back the launch of our podcast that could position us as industry thought leaders
* Neglecting our own self-care time
The Real Problem: Your Belief Tank is Running on Empty
Here’s the real 411 - it's not actually about time. It's about belief.
I was on my morning walk recently, listening to this podcast about why we don't start the things we should be doing. The host dropped this truth bomb: "Sometimes, when you don't have the time to do things, your ability to believe in something decreases."
Let that sink in for a sec. Every time we say we don't have time, we're actually chipping away at our belief in what's possible. We get so caught up in the day-to-day grind that we can't see the bigger picture.
Why This Time Poverty Mindset is Messing With Your Head
We all have the same 24 hours as Beyonce…Or do we? Why do some people seem to bend time to their will while others feel like they're always playing catch-up?
It's all about perception and priorities, and let’s keep it real—having access to help. When we're drowning in our to-do lists, our ability to envision and believe in future possibilities takes a serious hit. And without that belief, good luck making any real moves in your life or business.
As I always tell my clients, "If we do not address the time poverty elephant in the room... these efforts can be dead in the water before you even start anything!"
How to Flip the Script from Time Poverty to Time Abundance
First things first, we need to have an honest conversation with ourselves about our relationship with time. Are we really as time-impoverished as we think, or are we just caught up in this narrative of being busy all the time?
Start by doing a time audit. Yeah, it sounds about as fun as doing your taxes, but trust me, it's eye-opening. Track where your time is actually going for a week. You might be shook at what you find.
Next, start thinking about your time the same way you think about your coins. You wouldn't just let cash flow out without tracking it, right? Apply that same intentionality to your hours and minutes.
Why the Old "Time Poverty" Mindset is Going Extinct
For real, the hustle culture of wearing busyness like it's the latest designer bag? That's so last season. We're in a new era where working smarter, not harder, is what's needed.
With remote work, AI tools, and a growing emphasis on efficiency, we've got more control over our time than ever. It's on us to grab that control and make it work for our benefit.
Remember, anything is still possible. But you've got to get real about your relationship with time. Have those honest, no-BS conversations with yourself. Are you actually doing too much, or are you just not asking for help when you should?
By flipping the script from time scarcity to time abundance, you're not just managing your schedule better. You're reigniting that belief in what's possible. And that belief is your secret weapon.
So here's what I want you to do: Get on that time audit ASAP. Track every minute for a week like it's your job. Then slide into my DMs with what you find out. I bet you'll be shook at where your time's really going. Let's compare notes and strategize on how to reclaim your time for the big moves you've been putting off. After all, your empire isn't going to build itself!