#17 Legit Overwhelm vs. Lifestyle Overwhelm—And What to Do About It

In this insightful episode, Monique expands on one of the key themes from Episode 15, Foundation Not Fumes, diving deeper into the nuanced and often misunderstood topic of overwhelm. More importantly, the critical difference between legitimate temporary overwhelm and lifestyle overwhelm. 

Drawing inspiration from Mel Robbins and her own lived experience as a parent and a business leader, Monique provides listeners clear, actionable strategies for regaining clarity, presence, and momentum in both life and business. 

Whether you’re managing a business, a household, or both, this episode offers practical, compassionate guidance for reclaiming mental clarity and capacity amidst chaos. Let’s dive in!

In this episode:

(01:15) - The Inspiration Behind This Impromptu Mini-Episode
(02:40) - Legit Temporary Overwhelm
(04:14) - Lifestyle Overwhelm
(05:55) - Reclaiming Clarity: The Power of a Brain Dump
(07:03) - Identifying Your Top 3 Priorities
(08:21) - Making It Easy to Begin and Giving Yourself Grace

Links and Resources:

• Mel Robbins Podcast | https://www.melrobbins.com/episode/episode-50/
• The Great Life Experiment Podcast Ep. 15 | https://youtu.be/bKrc0VXcJiI?si=CmdZ7nimtaqInfuI 

Connect with Monique:

• Website | https://www.thegreatlifeexperimentpodcast.com/ 
• Instagram - thegreatlifeexperiment_podcast | https://www.instagram.com/thegreatlifeexperiment_podcast
• Instagram - @itsmoniqueschafer | https://www.instagram.com/itsmoniqueschafer 
• YouTube | https://www.youtube.com/@GreatLifeExperiment 

Ask Monique

Got a question that's keeping you up at night? Need a new way to look at a problem? 

'Ask Monique' is your chance to get personalized insights. Submit your questions about business, professional life, or personal development, and let's dive into the messy, beautiful, and ever-changing world together. 

https://forms.gle/iGZv2bVnhBSXbnbc8