Have you ever had that “I’m so behind” feeling? It’s more than just a thought—it’s a trap your brain falls into that makes everything feel harder.

In this week’s Smarter in 5 Minutes episode, I’m sharing how to break the behind spiral and take back control of your time and focus—without adding more pressure.

Just 5 minutes. One calming shift you can use today.

Have you ever found yourself explaining, defending, or replaying a conversation in your head—just because someone got you all wrong?

Like, “How could they think that about me?”

Or, “If I could just explain it better, they’d understand.”

Or maybe you’ve asked yourself, “Why does this bother me so much?”

If you’ve ever been stuck in that loop, you are not alone.

In this week’s episode, I’m sharing a powerful mindset shift that I truly believe every accountant needs to hear. It’s about learning to let go of the need to be understood—and finding the freedom that comes with not fixing how others see you.

This episode is especially for you if:

• You often feel misunderstood or judged by others
  
• You replay conversations in your head long after they’ve happened
  
• You spend too much energy trying to “clear things up” or make others see your side
  
• You’re ready to stop letting someone else’s opinion affect how you feel at work—or at home

This is one of the most freeing shifts I teach. And if you’ve been holding onto other people’s opinions for too long, this episode might change everything.

You can read the full show notes HERE

You can take the 5-minute Smarter Accountant Quiz HERE

You can download The Smarter Accountant Podcast Guide HERE

You can download The Smarter Accountant’s Cheat Sheet For Better Time Management HERE

If your day feels heavier than it should… your brain might be running a quiet thought in the background that’s making everything harder.

In this week’s Smarter in 5 Minutes episode, I’m sharing how to catch that thought in action—and how to shift it so you can move forward with more clarity and less mental weight.

Just 5 minutes. One small shift. Big impact.