The Mindset Mentor

3 Steps To Stop Being Overwhelmed

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Nov 28, 2022
Feeling overwhelmed? Discover how to transform that anxiety into empowerment by taking responsibility for your perception. Learn to prioritize true productivity over mere busyness and master the art of single-tasking. Delve into timeless wisdom from Marcus Aurelius about focusing on depth rather than distance in your endeavors. Plus, find joy by concentrating on your passions and letting go of what's unfulfilling. This is the perfect guide to reclaiming your time and energy.
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ADVICE

Own Your Overwhelm

  • Take ownership of your overwhelm by acknowledging that you create it.
  • Shift from "It's making me overwhelmed" to "I am making myself overwhelmed" to gain control.
ADVICE

One Task at a Time

  • Focus on one task at a time to reduce overwhelm and boost productivity.
  • Write down your top three tasks on an index card and tackle them sequentially.
ANECDOTE

The Meal Analogy

  • Rob Dial uses the analogy of eating a meal to illustrate how to approach a to-do list.
  • Just as you eat one bite at a time, tackle tasks individually to avoid feeling overwhelmed.
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