It's About Time | Time Management & Productivity for Work Life & Balance Feeling Overwhelmed? Here's What to Do First.
Oct 20, 2025
Feeling overwhelmed? You're not alone! Discover five types of overwhelm that can derail your productivity. Learn how to clear mental clutter with a mind sweep and prioritize tasks using the clarity compass. Explore the moving projects method to handle multiple commitments and delve into the CURVE method to tackle unexpected challenges. Plus, uncover the concept of invisible labor and use an identity map to delegate effectively. Get ready to find your peace and purpose amidst the chaos!
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Crisis Months That Planning Couldn't Fix
- Anna Dearmon Kornick recalls two months in crisis communications with daily deadlines and emergencies.
- She explains that planning alone didn't fix her fogginess or exhaustion during that stretch.
Clear The Fog Before Vision Work
- You can't cast a clear vision when your mind is clouded by overwhelm.
- Clearing mental clutter must come before big-picture planning.
Use A Mind Sweep To Declutter
- Do a mind sweep when your brain feels full to get thoughts out onto paper.
- After a mind sweep, your thoughts settle and tasks feel manageable again.