Episode 9: Fighting Distraction & Finding Focus

🌟 Episode Length: 9 minutes, 57 seconds

In This Episode:

Have you ever caught yourself telling yourself, “Oh, just one more video” — and suddenly an hour has flown by? Same. In this episode, I’m pulling back the curtain on my own social media distractions, how I’m learning to stay focused, and how I’m balancing discipline with giving myself grace.

I’ll share what’s working (like setting app timers and detailed to-do lists), what I’m still figuring out, and why building focus is a journey. Plus, we’ll celebrate some major business milestones and a few unexpected wins that are lighting me up right now.

If you’ve been feeling scattered, stuck, or like you’re just not getting enough done — this episode is for you.

What You’ll Hear:

• How I’m using social media app timers to create better boundaries


• Why detailed to-do lists are helping me stay focused


• How accountability (and a little friendly competition!) keeps me moving


• A reminder that distraction isn’t always laziness — sometimes it’s fear or overwhelm


• My recent wins: DIY Bead Bar parties, return customers, and almost 1,000 lifetime orders


• How the podcast is helping me find my voice and confidence


• Mindset shifts that are helping me fight distraction without beating myself up

Quote to Remember:

"Small steps lead to big results. You don’t have to tackle the whole mountain today. You just have to take that next step."

Let’s Connect:

🎯 This week’s listener challenge:

• Set your own app timers and give yourself boundaries that support your focus.


• Create a to-do list just for this week. Keep it simple, actionable, and realistic.

📸 I’d love to see what you’re working on!

DM me a photo of your to-do list or tag me in a focused work session @sparkleandshinepodcast on Instagram or Threads. Let’s cheer each other on!