Episode

Practical, Proven Tools I Use When I Feel Overwhelmed
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42:34
Published: Mon Mar 20 2023
Description

In this episode, you and I are tackling overwhelm together as I coach five listeners just like you who are tired of feeling so stressed. I promise this will be helpful, fun, and full of powerful tools you can put to use immediately. You need that because you’re drowning in your to-do lists, taking care of everyone else but yourself, and you’re saying yes to every commitment that enters your inbox.  That’s why simple solutions are the answer. And I need these solutions too. I feel like my to-do list is overflowing and the demands are piling up. But that’s okay, because with The Mel Robbins Podcast, you get to show up exactly as you are. And today, we will start breaking down the two types of overwhelm so you can understand exactly what it is you’re dealing with.  But we don’t stop there. You’re also getting three simple but profound strategies to help you eliminate the overwhelm from your life. So that you start feeling energized again.  And I so want that for you.  Xo Mel Check out research and other resources at melrobbins.com/podcast.In this episode, you’ll learn: 3:30: If you’re a parent or caregiver, you’ll recognize yourself in Laura’s question.8:00: Knowing the two types of overwhelm has profoundly impacted my life.9:00: What my talk show mentor taught me that I’ll never forget.11:45: When it comes to dealing with legitimate overwhelm, start here.14:45: Can you have a morning routine when your life is overwhelmed?17:00: When life seems insanely busy, you have to stop telling yourself this lie.18:00: Here’s my #1 strategy for dealing with overwhelm.23:30: Are you someone who says yes to everything? Then this is for you.28:40: The Rule of Three saves me every time.32:35: This truth about procrastination will make you see it in a whole new way.38:15: Procrastinating on paying your bills? You need to listen to Michelle. Want me to answer your question on the podcast? Submit it here.Don’t know how to say no? Listen to “Start Putting Yourself First.”And I know you will like “The Only Way to Stop Procrastinating.” Disclaimer

Chapters
The host opens up about her own feelings of overwhelm and discusses ways to confront and manage these situations in life.
00:00 - 03:22 (03:22)
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Self-help
Summary

The host opens up about her own feelings of overwhelm and discusses ways to confront and manage these situations in life.

Episode
Practical, Proven Tools I Use When I Feel Overwhelmed
Podcast
The Mel Robbins Podcast
In this podcast, the host explains the two types of overwhelm, namely, legitimate overwhelm and chosen overwhelm, and encourages listeners to apply this framework to their lives and the situations they encounter.
03:22 - 09:13 (05:50)
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Overwhelm
Summary

In this podcast, the host explains the two types of overwhelm, namely, legitimate overwhelm and chosen overwhelm, and encourages listeners to apply this framework to their lives and the situations they encounter.

Episode
Practical, Proven Tools I Use When I Feel Overwhelmed
Podcast
The Mel Robbins Podcast
The speaker emphasizes the importance of prioritizing one's well-being and stamina during overwhelming life circumstances, acknowledging that it is a marathon, not a sprint.
09:13 - 16:45 (07:32)
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coping strategies
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The speaker emphasizes the importance of prioritizing one's well-being and stamina during overwhelming life circumstances, acknowledging that it is a marathon, not a sprint. There are two types of overwhelm to identify in order to better cope and focus on well-being.

Episode
Practical, Proven Tools I Use When I Feel Overwhelmed
Podcast
The Mel Robbins Podcast
Learn how to beat the lie that everything is important and manage lifestyle overwhelm by brain dumping and prioritizing tasks.
16:45 - 22:31 (05:46)
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Productivity
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Learn how to beat the lie that everything is important and manage lifestyle overwhelm by brain dumping and prioritizing tasks.

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Practical, Proven Tools I Use When I Feel Overwhelmed
Podcast
The Mel Robbins Podcast
In this podcast episode, Mel Robbins talks about the beliefs that keep us in the state of lifestyle overwhelm, such as the notion that we should be able to handle more in a single day, which only leads to a feeling of failure.
22:31 - 28:50 (06:18)
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Overwhelm
Summary

In this podcast episode, Mel Robbins talks about the beliefs that keep us in the state of lifestyle overwhelm, such as the notion that we should be able to handle more in a single day, which only leads to a feeling of failure.

Episode
Practical, Proven Tools I Use When I Feel Overwhelmed
Podcast
The Mel Robbins Podcast
This podcast episode discusses the concept of a "stress backpack" which refers to the various stressors that an individual carries around with them, whether it be conscious or subconscious, and how to alleviate some of that stress.
28:50 - 35:29 (06:39)
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Stress Management
Summary

This podcast episode discusses the concept of a "stress backpack" which refers to the various stressors that an individual carries around with them, whether it be conscious or subconscious, and how to alleviate some of that stress. The episode also mentions the role of an accountability partner in motivating individuals to achieve their goals.

Episode
Practical, Proven Tools I Use When I Feel Overwhelmed
Podcast
The Mel Robbins Podcast
In this podcast, the speaker shares how lifestyle overwhelm can keep us stuck in a vicious cycle of pressure, which affects our ability to take control of our lives.
35:29 - 40:19 (04:49)
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Lifestyle Overwhelm
Summary

In this podcast, the speaker shares how lifestyle overwhelm can keep us stuck in a vicious cycle of pressure, which affects our ability to take control of our lives. The speaker encourages listeners to be kind to themselves, have more compassion and reminds them that it’s a marathon, not a sprint.

Episode
Practical, Proven Tools I Use When I Feel Overwhelmed
Podcast
The Mel Robbins Podcast
In this episode, the host encourages listeners to follow the rule of three and take a break when feeling overwhelmed, and emphasizes the importance of making choices that align with a desired lifestyle.
40:20 - 42:17 (01:57)
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Overwhelm
Summary

In this episode, the host encourages listeners to follow the rule of three and take a break when feeling overwhelmed, and emphasizes the importance of making choices that align with a desired lifestyle.

Episode
Practical, Proven Tools I Use When I Feel Overwhelmed
Podcast
The Mel Robbins Podcast