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26th Aug 2025

27. Build a Life System That Sticks

Here’s the thing no one tells you: your first life system isn’t about getting organized. It's about figuring out who you are right now, what season you’re in, and what you actually need.

In this episode, I’m sharing why starting small is actually your secret power when it comes to building systems that last. I’ll walk you through the mindset shift, my own caregiving story, and how to choose that one sticky spot in your life that’s begging for a system.

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

✨ Mentioned in this episode:

🧡 Choose Your Path to Calm → Path 2: I Want to Build My First Life System

  • Find Your First Life System quick-start guide
  • Coming soon: The Life Systems Starter Pack

⏱️ Timestamps:

00:00 – Intro & Hook: Why your first system isn’t about organization

00:20 – Welcome to Simplifying Life’s Beautiful Bitchiness

01:11 – Building a system that actually sticks

01:38 – The real question: What’s constantly tripping you up?

02:43 – My first caregiving system (and how sticky notes saved me)

05:28 – Why systems should flex, not box you in

05:57 – Starting small isn’t a downgrade—it’s alignment

06:24 – Breathing room = energy back

07:01 – How to start your own system (without overthinking it)

07:52 – Wrap-up: Inhale the calm, exhale the fire

📬 Let’s connect:

💌 Weekly pep talks + life system tools → What the Stitch & Systems?

✨ Join the community → The Stitch & Systems Lounge

📱 DM me your biggest “holy sh*t” moment → Instagram 

🥰 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. 🥰🧡