53: The Anti-Overwhelm Formula: 3 Steps for an Easier Life
I know how overwhelming and difficult life can seem when we jump back into our routines and schedules after the holidays.
We often think of vacations as the only true rest, but what if we could make our everyday lives feel easier?
I believe we are often making our own lives harder than they need to be. In this episode, I share my three-step plan for creating a simpler life. Effectively, it's the "anti-overwhelm formula.”
What you’ll hear about today:
How to challenge the belief that everything you do is important — our day-to-day lives are not an emergency room situation.
Strategies to identify and let go of at least one thing that’s draining you.
Why complaining about recurring problems doesn’t help — instead, they need to go to the top of our to-do lists — saving stress and struggle in the future.
Simple ideas to help you automate parts of your routine.
Why investing just a little time in planning can help you avoid struggle later.
Timestamps:
00:00 Introduction: Overcoming Life's Overwhelm
02:12 How the Illusion of Importance Creates Overwhelm
06:50 Addressing Recurring Stressors
14:50 Making Life Easier: Practical Tips
20:46 Conclusion: Proactive Living
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