"I'm so sorry to bother you...I know how busy you are."
If you're like most physicians and busy professionals, you may be hearing this phrase preface the request or invitation that is about to follow. It's become common to wear busyness as a badge of honor. Taking on new responsibilities and tasks without letting go of current ones is not a sustainable practice, especially when you find yourself struggling to get in basic self care like eating nourishing meals, exercising consistently and getting enough sleep (quality and quantity). The constant deluge of email, voicemail, professional and personal tasks quickly add up and become a recipe for busyness. It’s inevitable…at some point in the pursuit of your passions, goals and dreams, you’re going to get tired, frustrated and completely overwhelmed. And in some cases, you'll want to just throw your hands in the air (or curl up under the covers) and raise the white flag of surrender. So what do you do when you find yourself in the land of overwhelm? If you find yourself there, know that you are not alone. We all end up there from time to time. The key is recognizing when you’re there so you can take action to get out sooner rather than later. Here are 3 simple strategies to help you regain your footing and see your way out. 1. Gain Clarity
2. Examine your expectations
3. Practice making front-end decisions
Everyone faces frustration, overwhelm and exhaustion. How you handle yours determines the way you feel as you do your work in the world, and ultimately how you live your life. What helps you to get out of overwhelm?
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