Overwhelm Isn’t Just a Time Problem. It’s a Thought Problem 415e1s

09/04/2025

We often blame the to-do list for our stress. But what if it’s not the list that’s overwhelming....

We often blame the to-do list for our stress. But what if it’s not the list that’s overwhelming. It’s the thoughts we’re believing about it?
In this post, I explore the hidden mental narratives that create urgency, drive perfectionism, and leave us feeling behind before the day has even begun. A gentle invitation to pause, breathe, and see overwhelm in a whole new way.
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