# 176 - 8 Ways to Reduce Overwhelm When Life Feels Too Full

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Podcast: [School Hours or Less: The Podcast for Mums & Moms Building Profitable Businesses Around Family Life](https://stenobird.com/podcast/school-hours-or-less-the-podcast-for-mums-moms-building-profitable-businesses-around-family-life-7120905)
Published: 2025-12-08T06:00:00+00:00
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## Resource

If you've ever hit that point where everything feels like "too much," this episode will feel like a deep exhale. After coming back from five weeks of travel and walking straight into chaos, I found myself needing every tool I teach, so I sat down and recorded a solo episode on the exact strategies I use to reduce overwhelm and get myself back to a calmer, clearer place. I share why overwhelm shows up, how to spot the thoughts that fuel it, and what to do when the maths of your to-do list genuinely doesn't add up. I also walk through simple nervous system tools, how to choose one priority when everything feels urgent, and why organising your tasks on paper or a calendar can shift your entire mindset. It's a grounded, practical guide to finding your footing again, even when life and business feel full. Check out the full show notes and the resources mentioned in this episode at Mentioned Resources Productive AF ​​ School Hours Only Mastermind Connect with Kirsty Website Instagram Work with Kirsty

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