Comments on: Getting The Helm Back When You’re Overwhelmed

By: Lance

Lance — Thu, 05 Mar 2009 11:15:42 +0000

@Internet Strategist – The idea of what’s truly important – a real key in all of this. If we can make these things a priority, and really make some progress on what IS important – that’s a great way to feel more in control with our lives. Great point!

@Erin – Stephanie has some wonderful advice here, doesn’t she! Anxiety can build up, and finding a way to channel that can be challenging at times. And when we have trouble channeling it, that’s when those feeling of overwhelm really begin to creep in. I wish you well in your endeavors. And, it’s great to have you here Erin.

@Liara – Thanks for all the continuing visits and discussion Liara – your thoughts always add so much to the topic. Very sincerely, know that I appreciate your words much…

By: Liara Covert

Liara Covert — Thu, 05 Mar 2009 02:27:30 +0000

Rediscovering your true self is a process. This does not require you complete particular tasks so much as choose to be open to learning a series of timeless lessons. You can be a mountain or a mowhill and still stretch your soul. Love the scenic graphic! Liara Covert´s last blog post..6 Ways to feel good where you are

By: Erin

Erin — Wed, 04 Mar 2009 06:13:36 +0000

This was a really useful post. I know I can, personally, incorporate much of what you said. I’m always trying to figure out a way to channel my anxiety. As a small business owner, it can be tough, but you provide nice ways to begin the process.

By: Internet Strategist

Internet Strategist — Tue, 03 Mar 2009 23:46:27 +0000

This reminds me of the supposedly true story that a wealthy man paid $10,000 for one idea: that we should focus on the most important priority first and not work on anything else until it was handled. It is often far more likely that we try to eliminate the "easy" things and never get to the most important! There is always more to do and there is no such thing as "done" so as long as we're focusing on the important we're making progress - no matter what else we think is going on. Internet Strategist´s last blog post..Tips for Leaving Comments That Don’t Get Deleted - Contributor or SPAMMER?

By: Lance

Lance — Tue, 03 Mar 2009 04:21:36 +0000

@Jonathan – Our mind is a powerful tool – for good and for bad. And when we allow the thoughts of “lack” in, our mind becomes that tool for bad. Stephanie did excellent!

@Miruspeg – Thank you for passing this on. Stephanies’ words are ones which can impact many. “Lack thoughts” – when they take over – they really can become a negative spot devleoping in our brain. Thanks for sharing this story Peggy.

By: miruspeg

miruspeg — Mon, 02 Mar 2009 22:21:35 +0000

Perfect timing Lance and Stephanie.
I was at a friend’s place yesterday and she was overwhelmed with all the negativity in her life and her “lack thoughts” were taking over.
I helped her as much as I could to stop and “Be here now” but when I forward this piece to her it will give her a greater understanding of her situation.
Namaste
Peggy

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By: Jonathan - Advanced Life Skills

Jonathan - Advanced Life Skills — Mon, 02 Mar 2009 17:21:17 +0000

I thought this was a key point: “That feeling of overwhelm originated in our minds usually because of thoughts of lack.” Once we understand our personal role in creating and changing our perception, then we realize we are in control. Thanks for an excellent post.

By: Lance

Lance — Mon, 02 Mar 2009 09:22:56 +0000

@Laurie – Breaking tasks into smaller steps has a way of making progress seem more attainable – and having small successes is much better than have no success, or setbacks. You’re doing well with this all Laurie! Keep at it…

@Jean – Great picture Jean, thanks for sharing it! Working somewhere between the urgent and not urgent — that sounds like a pretty good place to work from!

By: Jean Browman--Cheerful Monk

Jean Browman--Cheerful Monk — Sun, 01 Mar 2009 22:23:20 +0000

My favorite technique is to think of one of my role models: http://www.flickr.com/photos/8185675@N07/3317614435/

She’s overloaded but centered enough not to be overwhelmed.

Jean Browman–Cheerful Monk´s last blog post..Going On an Artist’s Date

By: Laurie

Laurie — Sun, 01 Mar 2009 14:01:05 +0000

Great points here in this post. I had never really thought about being overwhelmed as having thoughts of lack. Makes sense though. I find it most helpful to control my negative self talk (which isn’t easy) and to break down the task into steps. Then tackle one smaller step at a time. Doing it that way has been helpful to me and gotten me through some overwhelmed times.

By: Lance

Lance — Sun, 01 Mar 2009 03:41:23 +0000

@Vincent – “Rome wasn’t built in a day” — I liked this reminder too, Vincent. It really helps to see that just because something isn’t done instantly, that doesn’t mean it won’t happen. Keep plugging away, that’s my take on this. And when we remember all of that, this certainly does help to reduce our stress.

@Tess – Tess, this is excellent advice! It really does add to what Stephanie has discussed. I struggle with this one – the whole saying “no” thing. And specifically, the two points you bring up are ones I have a difficult time with. So, hearing what you’re saying here today – this is good and reassuring for me. Thanks much Tess!

@Stacey / Create A Balance – Thanks Stacey, Stephanie writes some very awesome stuff, including this post here! And I’m with you completely on that chant of “I’m buying low, I’m buying low”!! One of these days…we’ll be buying high again!

@Evita – Thank you Evita, and thank you for stopping over today! And this all reminds me, I have to get over and check out your health site – if it’s anything like EvolvingBeings – it will be excellent! I wish you much success, Evita, in all you are working to accomplish, and that you can get it all done with minimal overwhelming moments…

@Liara – Liara, your words are always so filled with wisdom. I’ve read this several times to really let it sink in. Getting to that point of seeing the ego for what it is – what a place to strive to reach – and how good for our soul…

By: Liara Covert

Liara Covert — Sun, 01 Mar 2009 03:21:07 +0000

Lance, a person can evolve to detect feelings of despair before they grow and escalate to baffle and immobilize. The ego reasons as a way to distract human beings from what matters. Learning to see the ego for what it is is part of the path back to soul. Liara Covert´s last blog post..5 Revelations to expand inner vision

By: Evita

Evita — Sun, 01 Mar 2009 02:55:26 +0000

Oh this is such a wonderful resource - thank you Stephanie (and Lance)! Lately I have been a little extra busy, as we are trying to launch a new version of the health web site and between what seems like a million tasks to do there, work got busier and a few others things and it would have been so easy to get overwhelmed. In fact that feeling did try to creep in a few times. But...I do employ a few of the techniques you mentioned, especially prioritizing and just taking things one moment at a time....and it seems to work really well! Evita´s last blog post..The Quote Effect E-Book - What Effect Will It Have On You?

By: Stacey / Create a Balance

Stacey / Create a Balance — Sat, 28 Feb 2009 21:04:45 +0000

Great choice Lance. Hi Stephanie. During these poor economic times I am constantly reminded about what I do have and what possibilities I have because of the current economic situation (I keep telling myself that I am buying low, I am buying low).

By: Tess The Bold Life

Tess The Bold Life — Sat, 28 Feb 2009 19:14:45 +0000

Great ideas! I love the idea of “I haves…”
Also one way I’ve always taught my clients to say no is to repeat one sentence. “No that’s not going to work for me.” Stop. Close your mouth. Pause.

Then the other person will carry on…allow it. Then repeat the sentence again. “No that’s not going to work for me.” Be Quiet and Pause.

You rarely have to say it a third time. Always remember.
1. We do not owe anyone an apology because we say no.
2. We don’t owe anyone an excuse or reason for saying no.

This will help you keep your power and privacy.

Tess The Bold Life´s last blog post..How to Be Bold Enough to Surrender