Has your computer ever been running really slowly, and you can't figure out why, and then you look and realize you have 28 tabs open? Your computer can't run well with too many things draining its processing power, and neither can you.
When you have too many things taking up space in your brain, you can feel overwhelmed and start making low-quality decisions. Some decision-making in life is inevitable, but I can help you streamline your day and make the most of your mental energy.
Change is hard, whether it's a good change or a bad change, a planned change or a surprise change. The actions you take can make navigating the change easier or harder, and since change is already hard, let's make it a little easier, shall we?
Your change might be returning to work after maternity leave, getting a divorce, or moving to a new city, but these tips work no matter what type of change you're going through, so keep them in your back pocket.
Read MoreMy guest today is my former coach and general beacon of calm and intentionality, Lindsay Dotzlaf.
What always impresses me about Lindsay is her lack of overwhelm, and I'm so happy she's sharing her wisdom with us! One of her keys to avoiding overwhelm is setting rules for ourselves (ie, no housework during work hours) so that we don't drown in decision making. Remember: you don't have to decide if you've already decided!
Read MoreBeing "present" has become a bit of a buzz word these days, but it's not just another new age-y concept meant to make you feel bad about how you're living. Being present can reduce stress, help you get more done than multi-tasking (true story!), and best of all, allow to you really live and enjoy your life.
If being fully present doesn't come easily to you, that's okay! It just takes practice, and I'm here to help!
Feeling overwhelmed by the holiday season? I've got you covered.
I have three tips for you that I promise will make your holiday season more about joy and less about stress: focus on the top, drop the bottom, and curate the middle.
This strategy will save you precious time and energy that you can redirect towards doing what you actually *want* to do - whatever that top priority is for you.
Tune in and have yourself a merry little Christmas!
Today on the podcast we’re talking about Dads. (Yep, you read that right! 🤣)
I invited my friend and fellow coach Tommy Geary (who coaches overwhelmed and stressed out Dads) to be a guest expert today in an effort to help us understand the unique pressures that men face.
We dig into the challenges faced by fathers and the importance of their self care. Tommy explains the pressure men feel to be good providers and fathers simultaneously, the impact of that pressure on their mental health, and ways to navigate the journey of fatherhood successfully.
By seeking support, managing anger, and finding balance, dads can embrace the joys of fatherhood while nurturing their own well-being.
ALSO! Tommy and I had an in depth conversation about adoption (we each have 2 adopted children) which will come out later this month in support of National Adoption Month. 💗
Welcome to the Overwhelmed Working Woman podcast: Thanksgiving edition. 🦃
The holidays can be fun, but they can also add stress to our already stressful lives. Fear not - there are some simple and effective things you can do to lower the stress. From re-framing how you talk about your plans to getting really clear on what you actually want to do, you can feel more empowered and less exasperated.
Happy Thanksgiving!
Have you ever been tired, but unable to figure out why? It might be the invisible work that you’ve been doing – anticipating, identifying, deciding, and monitoring all the things.
This unseen mental labor consumes a ton of time and mental energy, and, as always, the first step to making an improvement is to notice what’s happening. Join me as we talk through the invisible workload of women and what we can do to share the load a bit. And hey – give yourself some kudos for all of that work you do!
Read MoreEver found yourself in a whirlwind of chaos, only to realize you're the one stirring the storm?
It can be hard to accept that we're the ones creating our own chaos (it's me, hi, I'm the problem, it's me) but once we do, we can make different and better choices. I've got an easy but powerful tool to help you discover how you're getting in your own way, why you're doing it, and how to stop.
Join me as we get honest with ourselves!
When things don't go your way, how do you respond? Today we're rolling up our sleeves to tackle an ambitious concept - radical responsibility. Discover how to own what's truly within your control and let go of what isn't. In doing so, you'll be well on your way to being the boss of your own life.
Are you ready to take radical responsibility and create a calmer, happier life? Let's get started!
Ever found yourself buried under a mountain of responsibility simply because you're highly capable?
Being capable is great, and in so many ways it serves us well. But when we want/need to always be the problem solver, it can lead to overwhelm, stress, and resentment. Together, we'll explore how you can still be the powerful, capable woman you are, without succumbing to the pitfalls of doing it all.
Routines get a bad rap because they're associated with boredom, but if you use them effectively, the results are anything but boring. I've got some great easy-to-implement routine ideas in this episode that just might transform your life.
Some routines (like my Fresh Start Morning Routine) help you be more intentional and present. Other routines (like planning meals) can free up your brain so you can do all sorts of awesome things that otherwise you might not have had the emotional bandwidth for.
Join me as we embrace routines!
My guest today is my friend and former client Tara Perman. When we started coaching, Tara was feeling uninspired with her successful career of 23 years.
She was the primary parent in her household and COVID had taken its toll - she was frustrated with trying to manage everything. She knew she wanted to change careers, but was afraid to take the plunge.
The first thing we worked on was the idea that the fear of change was real and would always be there. Tara learned to move forward with her business while feeling the fear instead of waiting for it to go away. She stuck with her plan to become a career coach, even when it felt hard.
Things changed at home, too. She put in her notice before a family vacation, much earlier than she had previously planned. She fully enjoyed vacation with her family for the first time. She decided to spend the whole summer with her kids, without the stress of working, for the first time.
She marketed her new business even when it felt scary. When she felt stuck, she would just take one tiny step in the direction of her new life.
She now has a successful coaching business and just took a month-long vacation to Europe with her husband and kids for the second summer in a row.
Tune in and listen to Tara’s full story!
Read MoreOverwhelm is kind of like having a cavity. There's something you can do about it after you get one - go to the dentist and have it filled. But there's also things you can do before to prevent every getting a cavity at all. It's the same with overwhelm - there are things you can do after it happens, and there are also ways to (mostly) overwhelm-proof your life.
In today's episode I'll share 3 areas to focus on to help prevent overwhelm, and share strategies for incorporating these tips into your life without adding to your stress.
Tune in, then try out a tip or two and let me know how it goes!
This week's episode is all about the power of a to-don't list and how it can help you simplify your life.
Join me as we dive into my own to-don't list, from refusing to wear uncomfortable clothes to setting work-life boundaries. I'll share stories about my Grandma Gauthier and her clear refusal to do any yard work or pump her own gas.
I’ll also encourage you to create your own to-don't list, and tell you exactly how. Tune in, and let's take control of our lives together by embracing the power of a to-don't list!
Read MoreIf your home is cluttered, chances are your mind is, too. In today’s episode, I will teach you the simple steps for decluttering any space.
I’ll also cover the reasons why you shouldn’t keep clothes that don’t fit you, or hold on to items you no longer want but spent a lot of money on. I’ll help you lovingly let go of your great aunt’s table cloth that you never liked in the first place.
Join me and start letting go of what you DON’T want to create space and freedom in your home and your life.
Read MoreIn this episode, I’ll walk you through how your stress is created by your thinking. But, before you get frustrated about that - there’s good news! You can change the way you think, and create a feeling of calm instead.
Read MoreToday we’re talking about boundaries. Having clear, solid boundaries is one of the best ways to prevent feeling stressed and overwhelmed.
Read MoreIn this episode of "The Overwhelmed Working Woman" podcast, I’m talking about the habit of people-pleasing and its negative effects.
Read MoreThis episode is all about what’s in your control - and what’s not! When you’re feeling stressed and overwhelmed, taking the time to determine what you can control not only makes you feel better, but also gives you a “to do” list and a “to don’t” list.
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