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Caffeine for the Soul with Michael Neill

101 Things to Do

Sep 11, 2023
Discover how to eliminate overwhelm and time stress by focusing on one task at a time and being fully present in the moment. Learn a technique to combat stress and overwhelm by shifting your focus to the present moment and acknowledging the tasks you don't have to tackle right now.
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Quick takeaways

  • Overwhelm is caused by the thought of having numerous tasks to complete, but in reality, the only thing that matters is the task at hand.
  • Being fully present and focused on the task at hand eliminates overwhelm and increases productivity by utilizing all available resources.

Deep dives

The Feeling of Overwhelm Comes from Having Many Tasks

The episode explores the idea that overwhelm is caused by the thought of having numerous tasks to complete. The host shares an example of a conversation with his daughter who felt overwhelmed with school and life responsibilities. He explains that the feeling of overwhelm stems from the thought that there are 101 things to do. In reality, the only thing that matters is the task at hand. To manage overwhelm, the host suggests using a time management system where you write down one thing you have to do, flip to the to-do list, pick an item, and go back to focus on the one thing. This system helps eliminate the overwhelming thought and allows for greater presence and productivity.

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