In this episode, Marissa Hyatt and Joel Miller break down the science of interruptions, how internal distractions amplify them, and practical ways to protect your best hours.
Category: Productivity Practices
280. Winning Monday Starts on Sunday
Sunday scaries are real—but what if they don’t have to be? In this episode, Marissa Hyatt and Joel Miller show you exactly how to win every Monday by doing a Weekly Preview by Sundays. You’ll learn why “the scaries” happen, how to calm your system with clarity, and the practical steps to enter every Monday confident, prepared, and focused.
278. Focus is Your Superpower
Focus on This is back with a brand-new season—and a brand-new co-host. In this episode, Marissa Hyatt welcomes Joel Miller, Chief Content Officer at Full Focus, to talk about why focus matters more than ever in 2025. Together, they unpack the state of distraction we’re all living in, the surprising science of attention, and why focus is the key to turning intention into results.
268. Spring Clean Your Life
In this episode, Marissa Hyatt and Ken Freire share the power of the Not-To-Do List and how subtracting things from your life can make space for what truly matters.
267. 10 Activities to Get Off Your Screens and Back to Real Life
In this episode, Marissa Hyatt and Ken Freire share 10 simple, engaging activities that help you step away from your screen and reconnect with the real world.
248. Do Less and Achieve More in Q4
Are you feeling overwhelmed with your to-do list heading into Q4 Marissa is solo today as she discusses strategies for achieving productivity and success and counters the common belief that increased effort is necessary for success.
247. Summer Plans: How to Take a Break to Truly Recharge
Marissa and Ken share with you how to plan a summer break that leaves you refreshed and ready to tackle anything.
246. The Ultimate Guide to Time Blocking: How to Create Your Ideal Week
Do you struggle with constant interruptions, endless meetings, and finding time for deep, creative work? If so, this episode is your lifesaver! Today, Marissa and Ken dive into the power of time blocking.
241. 7 Questions to Change Your Life
It sounds big and bold, but it’s true: In today’s episode, Marissa and Ken share 7 questions that, if answered thoughtfully, could change the trajectory of your life.
240. 3 Habits to Optimize Your Health
Marissa and Ken talk you through the Daily Big Three of this wellness challenge and provide some of the science behind why these specific practices were chosen.


