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How To Manage Overwhelm: From Stress to Serenity

From Stress to Serenity

Do you feel like life’s demands just keep on growing, leaving you with stress and overwhelm and anxiety? You’re not alone. Whether it’s work deadlines, family responsibilities, personal challenges – and conflicts between these – the feeling of being overwhelmed can affect any of us. But fear not, for there’s a path from chaos to calm. Here’s a quick guide to reclaiming your peace of mind:

 

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Assess What’s Within Your Control

Take stock of your concerns and categorise them into three columns: what you can control, what you can influence, and what’s beyond your control. By focusing your energy on what you can change and making steady progress, you can develop your sense of agency: and with a series of small successes behind you, what you can influence will grow.

Shift to Solution Mode

Now that you’ve identified your areas of influence, envision the desired outcomes for each issue. Rather than dwelling on problems, direct your attention toward practical solutions. This shift in mindset empowers you to tackle challenges head-on. Challenge your-self to shift your base thinking from ‘why not?’ to ‘How can?’

Prioritise Your Actions

Not all tasks are created equal. Consider the difference between what is urgent and what is important. Determine which issues are both important and urgent, and tackle them first. Remember, addressing important matters over urgent ones is the key to sustainable crisis management. Reflect on how you can spend more quality time on what is important. Want to understand your present priorities? – note down a detailed log of how you have spent the past week: your real priorities are what you actually do with your time.

Communication is Key

Share your plan with those impacted by your decisions. You’re likely to be pleasantly surprised by the support you receive once others understand your perspective.

Nourish Your Body

During times of stress, it’s easy to neglect nutrition. Stock up on wholesome foods and snacks to fuel your body and mind effectively. When you’re going for that late-night snack, you can only eat what’s in the cupboard.

Practice Gratitude

Amidst the chaos, it’s essential to count your blessings. Regularly reflect on what you’re grateful for—whether it’s your resilience, progress, or the support of loved ones.

Sweat it Out

Exercise is a potent stress-buster. Whether it’s a brisk walk, weightlifting session, or cycling adventure, physical activity releases tension and boosts mood. Hour for hour, exercise is right up there as giving the best returns for improving and maintaining your wellbeing.

Prioritise Sleep

Rest is non-negotiable. With a clear plan in place, ensure you’re getting adequate rest to maintain productivity and mental clarity. Add to this a daily deep relaxation: meditation, guided meditation, hypnosis – whichever works best for you.

Celebrate Progress

Each step forward is a victory worth celebrating. Acknowledge your achievements, no matter how small. Reflect on your previous achievements, savour them, consider the skills and resources you used to create those achievements. How can those skills and resources be used now?

 

Remember, overwhelm is a common experience, but it need not define you. While short-term episodes are manageable, chronic overwhelm can take its toll. Don’t hesitate to seek support when needed—there’s help available to guide you back to a sense of balance.

 

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The author, Kevin Whitelaw, is an accredited Solution Focused Hypnotherapist who helps adults across the globe become their best selves. He can be found here:

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