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19th Aug 2025

26. The First Life System I Ever Created & Why It Mattered

In this episode, I’m pulling back the curtain on the very first Life System I ever created, and why it changed everything. It wasn’t Pinterest-perfect, it wasn’t shiny, and it definitely didn’t come from a color-coded planner. It came from survival.

I’ll take you inside my own wake-up call (hello, chronic illness diagnosis 👋🏽), how I went from being a recovering doer of all things to actually learning to ask for help, and how the tiniest shifts became the building blocks for my LIFE Framework: Learn → Implement → Fluid → Elevate.

If you’ve been feeling like life is one giant to-do list with zero “me time” in sight then this one’s for you. Let’s ditch the overwhelm, start small, and build a system that actually holds you up.

“Because simplifying life’s beautiful bitchiness? Yeah…that starts right here.”

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⏱️ Timestamps:

00:00 – Intro & Hook: Perfection vs Survival

00:22 – Welcome to Simplifying Life’s Beautiful Bitchiness

01:09 – The Reality of a Busy Life (aka hot mess central)

02:28 – My Wake-Up Call: Chronic Illness + Learning to Slow Down

05:23 – Household Harmony: The First Life System I Ever Built

07:42 – Breaking Down the LIFE Framework (Learn, Implement, Fluid, Elevate)

10:34 – Keeping Systems Simple (why less really is more)

11:42 – Final Thoughts + Your Next Step


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🥰 Just Remember:

Inhale the calm. Exhale the fire.

You’re doing better than you think. 🫶🏽

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About the Podcast

Simplifying Life’s Beautiful Bitchiness
Simple Systems, Real Talk, & a Little Chaos
Life’s a lot, so let’s make it easier. I help busy, overwhelmed women navigate the chaos with simple, no-BS Life Systems and Bespoke Wellness. From motherhood and chronic illness to everyday resilience, we’re talking about real-life solutions that actually work.

Expect bite-sized, relatable episodes packed with humor, practical tips, and the occasional sports or movie reference (because why not?). Whether you’re looking to streamline your day, reclaim your energy, or just hear from someone who gets it, you’re in the right place.

Hit play, take a breath, and let’s simplify life without the BS.

About your host

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Michelle Martinez

Hey, hey! I’m Michelle, your no-BS guide to making life easier with simple, stress-less Life Systems. If you’re tired of feeling like you’re constantly juggling all the things (without a single extra hand to catch what’s falling), you’re in the right place.

I’m a wife, mom, chronic illness girlie, and mental health advocate who’s been through the chaos and figured out how to navigate it without losing my sh*t 💩 (most days). I love sports, crafting, the MCU, and a solid rant about the nonsense of toxic productivity, so expect a little bit of all that in this podcast 😏.

Through Simplifying Life’s Beautiful Bitchiness, I’m here to give you real-life strategies, the occasional sports or movie reference (because why not?) to help you build a life that actually works for you, without the burnout, without the BS.

Fun Facts About Me:
Favorite MCU quote? “The arrogant never do.” ~Thanos
Best life lesson from my husband? “Take what the defense gives you.”
Preferred form of therapy? Crochet, a 90s playlist that hits just right, and a hot cup of tea.
What you won’t find here? Toxic positivity, cookie-cutter advice, or me acting like I know everything.

So grab a drink, take a breath, and let’s simplify the chaos, together. 🥰🧡