Summary
In this episode, Sarah and Trevor (YT: @TheSandbox_Official) discuss the topic of overwhelm and how it affects their lives. They explore the reasons why it's so easy to feel overwhelmed in today's society, such as the constant access to information and the pressure to do everything. They also discuss the importance of setting boundaries and not taking on responsibilities that are not theirs. They share strategies for managing overwhelm, including breaking tasks down into smaller steps and focusing on what they can control. The episode ends with a reminder to be proud of how far they've come and to ask for help when needed.
Takeaways
- Feeling overwhelmed is common in today's society due to constant access to information and the pressure to do everything.
- Setting boundaries and not taking on responsibilities that are not yours is important for managing overwhelm.
- Breaking tasks down into smaller steps and focusing on what you can control can help alleviate overwhelm.
- It's important to be proud of how far you've come and to ask for help when needed.
Chapters
00:00 Navigating Overwhelm in Today's Society
05:19 Taking Responsibility for the Whole
08:59 Managing Worry and Anxiety
14:40 Setting Boundaries and Prioritizing Self-Care
16:46 Putting Things on a Shelf: Dealing with Overwhelm
19:53 Managing Overwhelm: Breaking Tasks Down