Podcasts · Paring Down: Realistic minimalism, decluttering, & intentional living

204: How to Stop Feeling Behind on Your To-Do List with Megan Sumrell

1 Sep 2026 · 56 min

Most of us need a to-do list to survive, but there's one major issue with them that productivity expert Megan Sumrell helps us unpack today:

To-do lists are not a plan.

Megan has spent years helping women rethink how they plan their time, and this conversation is full of practical, refreshing ideas.

If you've ever ended a day feeling behind despite working nonstop, this episode is for you!

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