Overwhelm: Practical Strategies for Women Over 50
Show Notes:
Summary:
In this episode of "Aging with Grace and Style," Valerie dives into feeling overwhelmed, a common experience for many women over 50. Valerie shares her struggles with overwhelm and provides practical tips and strategies to help listeners navigate this challenging stage of life. She discusses the signs and causes of overwhelm and the importance of identifying the source, prioritizing tasks, setting boundaries, asking for help, and scheduling downtime. Valerie also offers valuable insights on using mindfulness apps, digital detox, and breathing exercises to manage overwhelm and stay organized amidst life's demands.
Timestamps:
00:00 Introducing the concept of overwhelm
01:25 Defining what overwhelm feels like and its causes
02:25 Recognizing signs of overwhelm and sharing a personal story
04:33 Strategies for tackling overwhelm: identifying the source and prioritizing tasks
06:54 More strategies: setting boundaries, asking for help, and taking breaks
08:12 Additional tools and apps to help manage overwhelm
10:39 Changing mindset and overcoming overwhelm
11:41 Finding comfort in knowing you're not alone in feeling overwhelmed
12:38 Encouraging sharing of personal stories and tips
13:21 Closing remarks and call to action for sharing the episode
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