Are you Overwhelmed?
/Hey Love,
Feeling overwhelmed right now? You are most definitely not alone. All week I’ve been hearing this same sentiment from clients and friends. And while many of us were raised with a “just get it done” attitude, perhaps this is a perfect time to reconsider if that is always the best way forward.
Here are a few ways to know when it’s time to push-through and when it’s time to pause and assess your overwhelm.
You can feel it in your body. Our bodies are our greatest systems of awareness; where we can hold and process all our emotions. If thinking about an obligation creates a physical reaction, that’s a sign to slow down. So rather than ignoring or dismissing it, try paying attention to where specifically you are feeling it, and ask yourself what message it could be telling you.
You have Analysis Paralysis. With more choices at our fingertips than ever before, we can easily get stuck trying to determine the “perfect” one. If you're experiencing this, creating search parameters and a decision-making deadline can help you move through being overwhelmed and take action. However, if you find yourself in this limbo stage a lot, it’s definitely worth some self-exploration to find the root of this perfectionist pursuit.
You are Procrastinating. There are so many reasons we procrastinate, including fear (of failure, success or the unknown), indifference, and lack of desire. And each one gives us direction on how we should proceed. If it’s fear getting in your way, then taking any small action can help you feel more confident and motivated. But if it’s indifference or lack of desire, that’s a opportunity to re-evaluate if your to-do item is actually required or if it could be deleted or delegated instead.
Please know, while these are great guidelines to follow, getting more connected to yourself and your intuition can help you determine when you need to be resilient and when you need to reassess. One way to feel less overwhelmed, while also growing your connection to your inner voice is a Year-Ahead readings.
These 30 minute sessions give you a personalized look at what's in store for you in 2023. They may include guidance on year-long themes, areas of focus or specific actions and ideas. We may also uncover and clear some negative beliefs that are keeping you from achieving your goals. If you've never had an energy reading, these are so fun, clarifying and empowering. These sessions are only available for a limited time and also make a great holiday gift to yourself or loved ones, so grab your appointment slot today!
To overcoming overwhelm,
Lauren