In this funny and refreshingly honest episode, Angie and Shelly unpack the word busy—why they hate it, why it feels dismissive, and why “in demand” is a better way to think about a full life. They share stories about forgetting to reach out to friends, struggling with boundaries, filling time with canning marathons, and learning that “lazy” is just another word society got wrong. This one is for anyone who’s ever been stretched too thin, felt guilty for resting, or tried to prove their worth with productivity.

📅 Busy vs. In Demand – Why “busy” feels like a blow-off, and “in demand” feels more accurate

🧠 ADHD & Object Permanence – Out of sight, out of mind friendships, and why calendars matter

🍑 58 Pounds of Peaches – How Angie accidentally scheduled a three-day canning marathon

🛑 Boundaries 101 – Why setting them matters, and how to protect your time without apology

🛋️ The Myth of Lazy – Why downtime isn’t laziness, it’s recharging

📆 Time Blocking & VIP Time – Sue Bryce wisdom, scheduling yourself as the most important appointment of the day

💬 Saying No Without Guilt – Why “no” is a complete sentence and why reevaluating commitments is healthy

🌸 Seasons of Productivity – What it feels like when the calendar is packed versus when it’s crickets

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💬 Do you hate the word busy too? What word do you use when life feels full but not frantic? Drop it in the comments—we’re collecting better words than “busy.”