September can feel like a fresh start, but that is until your calendar is jammed and your energy is drained. In this episode, you'll discover the dangers of sliding into busyness so that you don't fall victim to the trap of overloading your schedule. Our host, Diane Rolston, discusses why having a busy calendar does not equal your worth and how to create true success through intentional choices rather than constant activity.Listen to learn these key takeaways:Why busyness has become a false status symbol The difference between being busy and being productive, and how productivity doesn't always equal progress if you're not working on the right thingsThe three main reasons people over-commitThe real costs of staying too busyThe benefits of slowing downHow to audit your calendar by identifying three things that don't directly serve your goals and releasing at least one of themDiane's strategy of blocking time for what matters most (like CEO time, gym time, and creative projects) before letting other commitments fill your scheduleWhy true growth and happiness come from clarity about what you want, boundaries around your time and energy, and aligned action rather than a packed scheduleWant to be invited to join Diane’s NEW high-level, like-minded group of women?  Email her at diane@dianerolston.com.Do you prefer reading blogs or watching videos?Read Diane’s blogs here: https://www.dianerolston.com/blogWatch Diane’s videos here: https://www.youtube.com/@CoachDianeRolstonThis show’s host, Diane Rolston, is called THE Expert on Being Dynamic and living a Dynamic Life. She specializes in coaching high-achieving women who want to be successful AND satisfied. She is a Certified Professional Coach, International Speaker, 11-time Author, and host of the five-time award-winning Dynamic Women Podcast, ranked in the top 2.5% of podcasts.Diane has been recognized with multiple awards for her professional accomplishments and for the powerful impact she has on the women she inspires and empowers. Chicken Soup for the Soul co-creator Jack Canfield describes her as “an amazing woman” doing “incredible work helping women develop holistic lives of balance.”Through her program, VA Made Easy, she helps entrepreneurs go from task overwhelm to business ease by hiring and training Virtual Assistants for them while also providing proven systems, processes, and strategies for success.Outside of her work, Diane is a mother of two, a soccer player, and a stand-up comedy rookie, always embracing new challenges and personal growth.You’re invited to reach out to Diane and visit her website: www.dianerolston.com Check out what Diane is up to and other opportunities here: linktr.ee/dianerolstonConnect with me on your favourite social platform: