Brooke Castillo (Monday Hour One Creator)
Life coach and founder of The Life Coach School who developed the Monday Hour One time management system, emphasizing weekly planning through intentional calendar scheduling rather than reactive to-do lists.
Last updated: 2026-03-20 07:40
Overview
Brooke Castillo is the founder of The Life Coach School and creator of the Monday Hour One time management system. Her approach emphasizes intentional weekly planning and building self-trust through commitment to your calendar.
Monday Hour One System
The method involves dedicating one hour at the start of your workweek (typically Monday, though it can be done Sunday) to plan the entire week:
Process:
- Brain dump everything that needs to be done
- Move tasks from list directly onto calendar
- Assign specific time blocks for each task
- Throw away the to-do list
- Follow calendar exactly throughout the week
Core Philosophy
Intentionality: Choose how to spend time rather than reacting to demands
Self-Commitment: Build trust by honoring commitments to yourself
Calendar Over Lists: Plan when you'll do things, not just what
Whole Life Planning: Schedule work and personal time intentionally
Key Principles
- Plan your entire week, not just work days
- Make decisions ahead of time to reduce stress
- Following your calendar builds self-trust
- Time management creates self-care and honor
- Decision fatigue is prevented through advance planning
Benefits
- Less overwhelm and anxiety
- Increased productivity
- Better work-life balance
- Stronger self-trust
- Reduced decision fatigue
Broader Impact
Castillo's system has influenced thousands through:
- The Life Coach School Podcast
- Coaching certification programs
- Online courses and resources
- Integration into life coaching methodology
Her contribution emphasizes the emotional and psychological aspects of time management, viewing it as a tool for self-relationship rather than just efficiency.
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