Caregiving often asks more of us than we imagine — long days, heavy decisions and the quiet erosion of our own energy. In this deeply practical and compassionate conversation, Michelle sits down with sociologist and good‑time strategist Christian W. Schnepf to explore what it really means to reset, reclaim energy, and design a life with more sustained joy. Christian shares the research behind the Good Time Ratio, lessons learned from monks, CEOs and cultures around the world, and a simple life‑dashboard approach (goodtime.app) that helps carers, creatives and high‑performers intentionally invest time so more of their life feels like a “bonus round.”Inside this episodeThe moment of reckoning that launched Christian’s search for a different kind of life — and why “success” alone often feels empty.Why energy flow (not just achievement) is the key to long‑term wellbeing — and how blocked energy shows up as burnout, irritability or illness.Practical breakdown of the Good Time Ratio: how to measure the balance of positive vs negative time across five life areas.Real‑world examples from monks and retired CEOs that reveal different paths to good times — and which approaches actually sustain joy.Simple first steps carers can take tomorrow to begin reclaiming good times (a 30‑minute self‑reflection exercise and small daily habits).How to recognise energy blockages early — and when to slow down, pivot or seek support.The GoodTime app: what it is, how it works now (web app) and how a life dashboard can create visible momentum and sustainable change.Practical mindset shifts for caregivers: from avoiding consequences to embracing them; from giving to empower, not to be depleted.Why this matters for carers Caregivers give extraordinary time and love. Yet without a structure to replenish their own energy, caregiving becomes unsustainable. Christian reframes self‑care not as indulgence but as the essential infrastructure for long‑term care — for you and for the people who depend on you. The Good Time Ratio and the five life areas provide a language and a framework that make the invisible visible: you can track how much of your life is nourishing versus draining, and then make small, measurable shifts that compound into lasting wellbeing.Caregiver challenge (this episode’s practical step) Take 30 minutes this week, uninterrupted. Write answers to this prompt: “If I truly loved myself right now, what one action would I take today?” Start small — five minutes of breathing, a short walk, an earlier bedtime. Put one item from the list into your week and notice how your energy shifts. Share one win or insight with #JandBStories or tag @JandBInspired — we’re building momentum together.Resources:Christian W. Schnepf — https://chrisw.coGoodTime app — https://goodtime.appRadiant Moments Gratitude Journal of Light: https://jandbinspired.com/radiant-moments-gratitude-journal-of-light90 Second Reset Program: https://jandbinspired.com/90-second-reset-programJ & B Oasis Membership Waitlist: https://jandbinspired.com/founding-memberMusic by Konstantin Garbuzyuk (via Uppbeat)Hashtags #caregiving #selfcare #resilience #goodtimeratio #joy #radiantmomentspodcast #caregiverwellbeingThanks for listening — be gentle with yourself, start with small steps, and remember: reclaiming joy is not selfish. It’s essential.Thanks for tuning in! Don't miss out on exclusive content and updates - follow us on Facebook, YouTube, and Instagram today!

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