Many of us find ourselves constantly striving to get things done, to be ahead, and to check off everything on our to-do lists. It’s easy to believe that by accomplishing all your tasks, you will finally feel less stressed and more at ease. However, this mindset often leads to a never-ending cycle of anxiety and guilt when you inevitably fall behind.
In this latest podcast episode, let’s explore the importance of managing these emotions and shifting our focus from the end result to actually creating intentional moments in our lives.
In this episode:
- 0:00 The irony behind creating this episode
- 3:22 Exploring guilt, anxiety & shame
- 6:45 Preventative things you can do to prevent overwhelm
- 11:33 Why unfinished tasks make us so anxious
- 16:00 Mindfulness & why it’s imperative to have the life you want
- 16:50 A conversation I had with Joshua & why he inspires me
- 19:33 Practicing acceptance
Resources and links mentioned in this episode
- Listen to Episode 13: Why You Are A People Pleaser (And What To Do About It) HERE
- Full Show Notes HERE
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