S2, Ep 16: Matt Wing
Own Your Time
What if feeling energised, clear-headed, and calm was your default… not just the rare exception? In today’s episode of Own Your Time, I’m joined by high-performance coach Matt Wing, who proves that it’s never too late to shake things up and feel better in your body, your schedule and your life. At 53, Matt ditched the burnout cycle, gave up booze and built a business helping busy people do the same. We talk about the habits that actually make a difference, what changed for Matt after an ADHD diagnosis and why strength training might be your best-kept secret for long-term health....
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S2, Ep15: Mette Baillie
Own Your Time
In this uplifting and insightful episode, Sarah chats with award-winning designer and dressmaker Mette Baillie, founder of Freja Designer Dressmaking in Edinburgh. With decades of experience crafting timeless, made-to-measure garments, Mette brings a deeply intentional and sustainable approach to fashion… one that goes far beyond trends. They dive into: Mette’s journey from childhood creativity to professional couture How what you wear can literally change how you show up and how others perceive you The surprising link between clothes and productivity Why a capsule wardrobe can...
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S2, Ep14: Why procedures in your business matter
Own Your Time
(The audio is a little funny in this episode, apologies - hopefully it's not too annoying. The content is important!). Let’s be real, SOPs (Standard Operating Procedures) sound like the most boring thing in the business world. But what if I told you that creating a few simple SOPs could be the reason you finally get to take a holiday without your laptop… and return to zero fires? In this episode, I’m walking you through a behind-the-scenes game-changer for reclaiming your time, avoiding overwhelm and giving your future self a step up. Because when everything lives in your head, even...
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S2, Ep 13: Rebellious Time Management with Sarah Longfield
Own Your Time
What if time management didn’t feel like a punishment? What if your planner sparked joy and actually worked for your creative, rebellious brain? In this episode, I’m chatting with my real-life friend and creative powerhouse, Sarah Longfield - a facilitator, producer and creative business coach based in Glasgow. She's an unapologetic creative rebel who’s ditched traditional productivity tools for a more human, playful approach to time. We dive into what it really looks like to honour your energy, your ideas and your rebellious little brain while still getting the important stuff...
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S2, Ep12: How to make your weekends feel longer
Own Your Time
Are your weekends flying by in a blur of chores and catch-up? 😩 You blink and suddenly it’s Monday again - and you’re more frazzled than refreshed? In this episode of Own Your Time, time management expert Sarah Stewart shares a simple but powerful practice: bookending your weekend. Learn how to start and end your weekends with intention so you can stretch time, boost your energy and make space for what actually matters - whether that’s rest, joy, connection or creativity. ✨ You'll learn: What "bookending your weekend" means (and why it works) How Sarah uses Friday and Sunday...
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S2, Ep11: Georgie Smith
Own Your Time
Stop Pouring from an Empty Cup - Reclaiming Time, Energy & Identity in Midlife Ever feel like you’ve been living on autopilot? Like time’s just... slipping through your fingers, and you’re always giving to everyone else but never really to yourself? In this episode, I’m joined by Georgie Smith - a brilliant midlife coach and menopause practitioner who helps women navigate the big transitions of midlife with more ease, clarity and you at the centre. Georgie shares her own wake-up call moment (spoiler: it was a slooow burn, not a lightning bolt) and the gentle but powerful shifts...
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S2, Ep10: Renee Rendall
Own Your Time
This episode features Renee Rendall, a tarot reader, spiritual coach, and creator of a food blog for kitchen witches. She co-hosts The Coven of Awesomeness Podcast and is passionate about using astrology, human design, and witchcraft to help spiritual women believe in themselves and live their most empowered lives. In this conversation, Sarah and Renee dive deep into how understanding your astrology chart and human design can support you to create a life that feels more aligned, energised, and productive on your terms. You’ll learn: ✅ How astrology and human design influence the way...
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S2, Ep9: Zoe Hewett
Own Your Time
This episode features Zoe Hewett, an artisan interior designer and founder of Style Mongers of Bristol. Zoe's mission is to enhance well-being and sustainability through creativity and interior design, without compromising on style. A former set designer, scenic artist, and costume maker, Zoe brings a fascinating perspective on how our environment impacts productivity, creativity, and focus. In this episode, Sarah and Zoe explore: ✅ The transition from high-pressure set design to sustainable interior design ✅ Why clutter is the enemy of productivity and well-being ✅ How visual noise...
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S2, Ep8: Suzanne Ulph
Own Your Time
In this episode, host Sarah Stewart is joined by Suzanne Ulph, founder of The Curious Wolf. With over two decades of teaching experience, Suzanne transitioned from her role as an English teacher to establish a community centered on creative writing and connection. In 2023, she launched The Curious Wolf, offering writing workshops, mentoring, and book coaching to help individuals harness their inner creativity and bring their stories to life. Beyond her passion for writing, Suzanne is also the co-founder of Combossa, a stationery brand she runs with her husband. Together, Sarah and Suzanne...
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S2, Ep7: Sarah Cook
Own Your Time
In this episode of Own Your Time, Sarah Stewart chats with Sarah Cook, founder of Come Network With Me, about the power of authentic networking for female founders. They discuss why deep, meaningful connections matter more than surface-level interactions and how to reframe networking as a time-efficient, relationship-building tool. Sarah also shares how she designed her life-first business as a single mum, along with practical time management strategies, outsourcing tips, and AI tools to work smarter. Whether you're new to networking or looking to make better use of your time, this episode is...
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Sarah interviews Katie Williams, a stress management expert, therapist, and coach, who helps high-achieving women balance ambition with well-being.
Katie shares her journey of self-discovery, including transitioning from a high-stress corporate job in London to finding balance in Glasgow.
Discussion on the challenges of managing stress, the societal pressure to be "busy," and the impact of stress on time perception.
Katie explains her approach to teaching clients how to embrace relaxation without guilt and introduces her Stress to Still masterclass.
They explore ways to make time for self-care, manage stress responses, and shift the mindset from "busy" to "intentional."
Time Stamps:
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00:00 – Introduction to Own Your Time and Sarah’s mission as a time management coach.
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00:42 – Introduction of guest Katie Williams, her background, and her expertise in stress management.
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01:06 – Katie shares her professional journey and the personal experiences that shaped her career path.
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04:33 – Katie’s realization about using busyness to avoid self-reflection and the importance of balance.
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06:17 – Sarah and Katie discuss how “busyness” is often a coping mechanism to avoid inner thoughts.
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08:30 – Katie reads a passage by Brianna Weast on how busyness is a form of self-sabotage.
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15:09 – Discussion on how stress impacts our perception of time.
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19:16 – Strategies for achieving a more spacious perception of time.
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22:10 – Katie’s methods for shifting time perception, including anchoring new habits.
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27:22 – Importance of recognizing choice and responsibility in creating time for oneself.
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28:21 – Katie introduces her Stress to Still masterclass and how it addresses the "always busy" cycle.
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30:24 – Details on how listeners can access Katie’s training and other resources.
Key Takeaways:
Reevaluate "Busyness": Both Sarah and Katie highlight the pitfalls of constantly identifying as "busy." Katie shares that reframing "busy" to a "full day" can change our relationship with time and help us feel more in control.
The Perception of Time Under Stress: Acute stress may slow our perception of time due to heightened awareness, while chronic stress can create a feeling of time speeding up, leading to constant overwhelm.
Mindfulness in Routine Tasks: Sarah recommends grounding oneself in routine tasks like making tea, emphasising that even small moments of intentionality can create a sense of spaciousness
Importance of Responsibility over Blame: Katie stresses that taking responsibility for one’s time management is different from self-blame. Recognising choice can empower us to manage time in alignment with our priorities.
Implementing Small Pauses: Katie advises incorporating small, intentional pauses, such as 30-second breathwork exercises, to recalibrate and reduce stress throughout the day.
Masterclass on Shifting from Stress to Stillness: Katie’s Stress to Still training encourages individuals to step out of the cycle of busyness, meet their needs, and foster a sense of calm in their lives.
About Sarah:
I'm your host, Sarah Stewart, Glasgow-based time management coach. My approach combines the wisdom of traditional time management strategies with the transformative power of mindfulness. My commitment is to help you get more time for the things that really matter.
If you are ready to ditch the hustle culture and overwhelm, and instead embrace peaceful productivity; you are in the right place.
Sarah’s Links:
Group Coaching Programme:
Project Manage Your Life - Join the Waitlist:
https://www.sarahstewart.co.uk/projectmanageyourlife
Get More Time Course (Self-Study):
This course is for the successful solopreneur or small business owner, and it lays out the steps you need to take so you can get more time for the things that really matter.
https://www.sarahstewart.co.uk/get-more-time-course
FREE Time Audit Workbook:
Where I share my framework to audit your time, so you can get more time for the things that really matter
https://www.sarahstewart.co.uk/timeauditworkbook
Asana On-Demand Masterclass:
60-Minute Masterclass where I share how to get started with asana, some tips, tricks and ideas for using the system as well as peeling back the curtain to show you some of the ways I use it in my business (+ life)
https://sarah-stewart.ck.page/products/asana
Connect with Sarah:
Instagram - www.instagram.co.uk/sarahstewart.co.uk
Website - www.sarahstewart.co.uk
LinkedIn - www.linkedin.com/in/sarahstewartglasgow
About Katie:
Katie is a stress management expert, therapist, coach and yoga teacher. She helps driven women to balance ambition and wellbeing, so that they can access presence, focus, calm and contentment in all areas of their lives.
Katie’s Links:
Stressed to Still free training - Discover how to get off the “too busy” treadmill so that you can feel present and enjoy guilt-free relaxation while still getting sh*t done and achieving your goals!
https://www.katiewilliams.co.uk/watchnow
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