How to Reclaim Your Lost Time & Live with Intention! Expert Insights by Michelle Oucharek-Deo
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How to Reclaim Your Lost Time & Live with Intention!
Expert Insights by Michelle Oucharek-Deo
In a world that constantly demands more from us—more output, more attention, more hustle—it’s easy to feel like there’s never enough time. But what if the real problem isn’t the amount of time we have, but how we choose to spend it?
Michelle Oucharek-Deo, time recovery expert, counselor, and host of Time Strategy Talks, recently joined the Sticky Note Marketing Show to challenge the myth of “not enough time.” Her unique framework blends practical tools with emotional clarity, helping entrepreneurs and professionals move from overwhelmed to empowered.
🔍 The Time Scarcity Myth
“I live a life of intentional time,” Michelle shares. “When I say I have enough time to do everything—it’s because I make the choice to do certain things.”
According to Michelle, time scarcity often isn’t about our calendars—it’s about our clarity. We think we’re too busy, but in reality, we haven’t defined what matters most. That’s where the Time Recovery Plan comes in.
🛠️ Step One: Stop the Time Shaming
Michelle believes it’s time to stop beating ourselves up about how we use our time. Whether it's procrastination, over-commitment, or digital distractions, shame only deepens the cycle.
Instead, she recommends a Time Assessment: a no-judgment look at how you're actually spending your time. From there, you can build a personalized time recovery strategy aligned with your priorities.
“We are moving forward,” Michelle says. “Once the assessment is done, we move into a plan that supports the life—and business—you truly want.”
⏰ Step Two: Build Intentional Time Into Your Business
Many entrepreneurs build their lives around their business. Michelle flips the script: build your business around your life.
“Business evolves,” she explains. “But you are the core. You have to be balanced first, or the rest doesn’t hold.”
Whether it's using the “42-minute hour” method or setting boundaries with tech, Michelle helps business owners re-center themselves so they can operate from a place of strength—not survival.
🌟 Step Three: Use Your Time with Intention
The magic is in the moment. According to Michelle, reclaiming even one minute with intention can be transformational.
“Take one minute to decide what you’re going to do next,” she advises. “Then step into it.”
No fancy planner or system required—just the courage to slow down and act with purpose.
❤️ From Screen-Chained to Time-Freed
Michelle’s approach has resonated deeply with those stuck in the cycle of constant hustle. One client said, “This system changed my life. I used to be chained to my screen—now, I’m free. I still use tech, but it’s intentional.”
🎧 Ready to Reclaim Your Time?
This episode of Sticky Note Marketing is a must-listen if you’re ready to:
✅ Stop the guilt and overwhelm
✅ Recover lost hours in your day
✅ Build a business that fits your life—not the other way around
👉 Listen on Spotify
📺 Watch on YouTube
📩 Contact Michelle at vanartexpression@gmail.com
👥 Join her FB group: 42 Minute Club: Time with Intention
Your time is your most valuable resource. Don’t just manage it—reclaim it.
