You can have a relatively normal workday, a manageable list of responsibilities, and no major emergencies, yet still feel like you're drowning in overwhelm. One hidden reason might be the negative thoughts running through your head.

As a busy, successful working woman, you might find yourself constantly thinking that everyone else is doing better, you're falling behind, or you should somehow have everything together. But these thoughts aren't motivating you. They're adding even more stress and pressure to your already full plate.

In this episode, Michelle explains how negative self-talk contributes to overwhelm and shares a simple three-step strategy to help you interrupt those thoughts and feel calmer.

In this episode, you'll learn:

• Why comparing yourself to others and believing everyone else has it figured out can make an ordinary day feel overwhelming.
• How to recognize the three common negative self-talk patterns that create unnecessary stress, shame, and pressure.
• How to use the 3 Cs (Catch, Check, Change) to challenge negative thoughts, replace them with more realistic ones, and focus on one thing at a time.

Press play to discover how changing the way you talk to yourself can help you feel less overwhelmed, create more mental space, and approach your busy day with greater calm and ease.

Wondering why you're overwhelmed? Take my "why am I overwhelmed" quiz to find out the source of your overwhelm, and what to do about it.

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