Best Laid Plans In the Weeds: Thoughts on Climbing Out from Overwhelm + Overload EP 249
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May 5, 2025 Sarah opens up about feeling overwhelmed and the journey to regain control. She shares effective strategies for proactive planning and managing time, including email management and structured downtime. The importance of self-compassion and adjusting priorities is emphasized. Listeners learn about useful educational tools for kids and the uplifting impact of gratitude amidst personal challenges. Community engagement is encouraged with an upcoming live event, inviting participation in new projects!
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Sarah's Overwhelm Experience
- Sarah Hart-Unger shares feeling overwhelmed due to a mix of clinical work, projects, and family duties.
- She records podcasts late after full workdays, reflecting her current overwhelmed state.
Life Challenges Disrupt Routine
- Sarah details recent challenges: medical issues, busier clinic schedule, and children’s activities.
- These factors combined have disrupted her routine and increased her overall stress.
Overwhelm Stems From Choices
- Feeling overwhelmed isn't caused by external misfortune but by one's own choices and how they are managed.
- Planning methods work but must be adapted during difficult periods for balance restoration.