We all have those weeks when we look at our to-do lists and just want to cry. Wouldn’t it feel amazing to just go back to bed and sleep through it all? Sure. Would it be a good idea for us to do that? Probably not. Obviously, it’s completely normal to feel overwhelmed but, let’s face it, we have to suck it up and dive in.
There are many ways to cope when the pressure is on — doing yoga, meditating, being in nature and making lists to help when you have a million things to accomplish. I wanted to share a few additions to that list with you:
• First of all, breathe. Just step back and literally take a breath of fresh air. If you have a pile of work on your desk in front of you, take a minute and walk away from it. You can then come back with a clear mind — and you’ll be better able to concentrate.
• Get some physical and mental rest. I think a lot of people underestimate how much our health affects our daily behavior. If you’re lacking sleep or you’ve been slacking on eating healthy, it can be a huge factor in feeling overwhelmed. Make sure you take care of yourself — get plenty of sleep, fill up on water and make sure your diet is full of vitamins.
• Set and prioritize goals. If you give yourself a goal, you’re more likely to actually accomplish it. If you have multiple work assignments due the same day, make a list of what needs to be done and when each is due, and then knock them off one by one. If you wait until the last minute to do everything at once, you’ll drive yourself crazy.
• Handle the situation. Put on some music, unplug from the Internet, tell people around you that you don’t want to be disturbed and get to work. Once you start crossing things off your list, you’ll gradually feel less and less overwhelmed, which will motivate you to keep going.
What are some ways that you’ve dealt with being overwhelmed?
I just wanted to say that this came to my email at the most perfect moment! I was literally about to cry because I am completely overwhelmed and stressed out at this moment. This could not have been a more perfect time for me to read this, so for that I thank you!
I work from home and literally go outside to breathe, get sun sometimes, and when i’m really stressed I play Frisbee!
I find going for a 20 minute walk outside helps clears my mind and allows me to prioritize as well as listening to music (especially “old school jams”) also helps.
Love this Jenny! Great reminders!
The stress I get isnt from my kidney transplant but going out for jobs and hearing dumb questions from people who have a turnip for an IQ jenny.
I went to school 14 years and i
Am getting questions for a teenager in big companies.
That’s why they go broke hire cheap no brain workers and go bust.hope to fine one soon so I can hear your new show as I can’t afford it. Looks like playboy playmates are like wine they better with age.
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Good advice. Sometimes we just need reminding. Thank you! ps Love your tv show!
If I’m completely overwhelmed, I will disconnect from everything & take a bubble bath with some soothing tunes. When there’s too many tasks, I make lists prioritizing things. Just putting it on paper as a plan helps clear my head. Also fun rap/hip hop/pop music I can sing & dance to helps.
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Hey Jenny,
The way release stress from my life is take a deep, breath take a walk and clear my mind and regroup.Listen to music or talk to my mother, to forget about all the things i need to do in my daily life. With a the things i need to do and being a mom and taking a class i, pray meditate for about 10 minutes, to also relax mind from stress.
Thank you for sharing your life with me.
xoxo.
Sonja
Jenny McCarthy…..I love you….:)
I’ve been trying to meditate but who do you clear all the voices out of your head they won’t leave me alone?! the last time I meditated guess I got too relaxed and fell asleep, LOL.. Can someone help?
I loved your blog post.Really looking forward to read more. Really Great.
I love that I can cry and laugh with you!! What I love most about you is that you are real and down to earth. I’m going through breast cancer complications right now and meditation does help! Watching your show also made me momentarily forget my illness and that was a real gift. My kids who are 14 and 18 look up to you, you are a great role model. Maybe one day you will make it to Great America and my dream, along with my kids, of meeting you would come true as I live close by in Gurnee!! Thank you for always caring and sharing. Laughter truly is the best medicine.
thanks for advice you are great how is everything you Danny and Evan? I miss show when is back on TV?