Is your workspace quietly adding to your overwhelm without you even realizing it?

In a world where we work from dining tables, couches, bedrooms, or crowded offices, the lack of boundaries around where and how we work has become a major—and often overlooked—source of stress. This episode helps you understand why your environment may be working against you and how a few simple questions can dramatically reduce your overwhelm.

Listeners will discover:
• The real reasons your physical workspace can trigger mental chaos, even if you feel “used to it.”
• Three powerful questions that instantly reveal what’s stressing you out about where you work.
• Small but high-impact shifts you can make today to create a calmer, more supportive workspace.

Press play now to uncover the simple workspace tweaks that can instantly reduce stress and make your workday feel lighter and more manageable.

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Wondering why you're overwhelmed? Take my "why am I overwhelmed" quiz to find out the source of your overwhelm, and what to do about it.

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Life can be overwhelming, but on this podcast, you'll discover practical strategies to overcome overwhelm, imposter syndrome, and negative self-talk, manage time effectively, set boundaries, and stay productive in high-stress jobs—all while learning how to say no and prioritize self-care on the Overwhelmed Worki...

Are you constantly pushing for perfection, yet feeling paralyzed, overwhelmed, or unable to access your creativity when it matters most?

In this episode, we're joined by Dr. Mary Poffenroth as we explore why high performers—especially those raised to be “happy,” “successful,” and never difficult—often misinterpret fear, suppress emotions, and unknowingly shut down the very part of the brain required for innovation, clarity, and courageous decision-making.

When you listen, you will:

• Learn Mary’s science-backed distinction between fictional vs. non-fictional fear—and why this changes everything.
• Discover quick, practical neurohacks (like Pinch the Valley & Near/Far) to instantly calm your nervous system and reopen creativity.
• Understand how to interpret fear with nuance so you can make braver decisions in life, leadership, entrepreneurship, and relationships.

Press play now to learn how fear really works—so you can feel it, use it, and finally stop letting it run the show.

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Life can be overwhelming, but on this podcast, you'll discover practical strategies to overcome overwhelm, imposter syndrome, and negative self-talk, manage time effectively, set boundaries, and stay productive in high-stress jobs—all while learning how to say no and prioritize self-care on the Overwhelmed Worki...

Are your holiday expectations secretly setting you up for stress, disappointment, and emotional overload?

If you’ve ever walked into Thanksgiving hoping for perfect behavior, perfect food, and perfectly peaceful family interactions—only to end the day exhausted—you’re not alone. This episode shows you how unrealistic expectations quietly amplify stress and how a simple mindset shift can make your entire holiday calmer and easier.

In this episode, you will:

• Learn the mindset tool that instantly reduces frustration and emotional reactivity on big family days.
• Discover how to predict and prepare for real-life holiday dynamics so nothing catches you off guard.
• Understand how to protect your energy by replacing perfectionistic expectations with reality-based ones.

Press play to learn the simple mental reset that will help you stay grounded, calm, and emotionally steady throughout your entire holiday.

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Wondering why you're overwhelmed? Take my "why am I overwhelmed" quiz to find out the source of your overwhelm, and what to do about it.

Send Me a Message - Have a question, comment, or just want to say hi? Message me here, I'd love to chat!

Work With Me - Interested in working with me 1-on-1, taking a class, or joining one of my coaching groups? Message me here to get the scoop.

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Life can be overwhelming, but on this podcast, you'll discover practical strategies to overcome overwhelm, imposter syndrome, and negative self-talk, manage time effectively, set boundaries, and stay productive in high-stress jobs—all while learning how to say no and prioritize self-care on the Overwhelmed Worki...