How ROUTINES, Time Blocking & the Compound Effect Have Helped MaryRuth For 20 Years

Move Forward Every Day with MaryRuth's

In this powerful debut episode of the Move Forward Every Day With MaryRuth’s podcast, MaryRuth Ghiyam — the founder and CEO of MaryRuth’s — opens up about the personal routines, mindsets, and time management tools that have helped shape her life and career over the last 20+ years. From building a mission-driven wellness brand to raising four young children, MaryRuth shares the three simple practices that keep her grounded and help her move forward every day. You’ll hear how morning and nighttime routines, time blocking, and the compound effect can radically change your productivity, mindset, and even your self-esteem. Whether you’re a busy parent, young adult, entrepreneur, or someone just trying to feel better each day, this episode offers a foundation for building a meaningful life and how to find freedom through structure.

⏱️ Timestamps & Highlights

• [00:02:00] – "We all get 24 hours...": MaryRuth explains the universal struggle with time and the desire for more freedom.

• [00:03:18] – "Who are you and what makes you happy?": Why self-awareness is the first step to designing a life that aligns with your purpose.

• [00:06:06] – "Move forward every day...": How consistent routines and structure help you keep going, even on hard days.

• [00:07:47] – "You don’t need to feel good to get going...": A mindset shift that flips motivation on its head.

• [00:13:02] – "18 minutes a day = 100 hours a year": The compound effect in action — how small habits can add up to big changes.

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Learn more about these topics & more in MaryRuth’s book, Liquids Till Lunch: 12 Small Habits That Will Change Your Life for Good