Feeling overwhelmed? It's time to change your perspective! Discover how viewing overwhelm as a sign of life's flow can lead to a more fulfilling journey. Learn from transformative experiences, like managing overwhelm during a stay in Paris, and explore how these feelings can signal vital growth opportunities. Embrace the energy of overwhelm as a powerful expression of your life force, unlocking the potential for focus and responsibility in your pursuits.
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Overwhelm as a Habit
Jeffrey Shaw experienced overwhelm even with a lighter schedule during a six-week stay in Paris.
He realized overwhelm was a habit triggered immediately upon waking, regardless of available time.
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Overwhelm as Energy Flow
Overwhelm is a signal of movement and energy flow, not malfunction.
It represents a strong life force with much energy converging, akin to a river after a rainstorm.
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Reframe Overwhelm Positively
Shift your self-talk from "I'm overwhelmed" to "I'm full of energy" to reframe your mindset.
Recognize that strong life force within instead of succumbing to negative overwhelm feelings.
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