Feeling Overwhelmed? Here’s Why and What To Do About It

Recently I heard from several people about how overwhelmed they've been feeling with various responsibilities at work and home.

If you have been experiencing those same feelings, then check out the response below which I recently shared with a woman who expressed her overwhelm. I hope you find it helpful:

The reason many of us feel that way is due to the incessant flow of mind chatter about what needs to be done (that is, worrying about the future).

All change starts with consciousness, so the first step to resolving this is recognizing that we are doing it. Here is a wonderful process I learned from Louise Hay:

Many, many times during the day, and before you go to sleep, take slow deep breaths. Bring your attention to the present moment. Don't think about the past or future.

Say to yourself: In this moment all is well. There is nowhere I have to go and nothing I have to do. I relax my mind. I am grateful for this moment.

I also recommend Eckhart Tolle's The Power of Now. Excerpt:
"Not to be able to stop thinking is a dreadful affliction, but we don't realize this because almost everybody is suffering from it, so it is considered normal. This incessant mental noise prevents you from finding that realm of inner stillness that is inseparable from Being."

Remember, the solutions to all our challenges start within us. Quieting your mind chatter helps rid you of worry and feelings of overwhelm. You can also talk to God/Universe/Higher Power/Creator/Source. Ask for guidance and look for the answers that come to you, usually in the form of signs.

And... if you are not already doing so, create a task list and prioritize what you want to get done. Otherwise, you constantly and mentally juggle your task list and soon you may drop one of those balls.