The cure for overwhelm

You’ll want to save this Monday Morning Jumpstart … [The Writer’ s Life]( March 7, 2022 "Some people believe holding on and hanging in there are signs of great strength. However, there are times when it takes much more strength to know when to let go and then do it." – Ann Landers I feel like I'm spinning. Have you ever had that feeling, {NAME}? Where you're overwhelmed and seemingly busy … but don't feel like you're making any real ground? You don't feel like you're in control of it … but rather "all the stuff" is in control of you. Whenever that phrase comes out of my mouth, I know I've gotten off track … And my husband knows I'll ultimately order takeout that night. 😉 In that moment, I realize I've let the minutia overtake my time … and I need to get back on top. Despite its simplicity, the cure — which you're going to learn in today's Monday Morning Jumpstart — may be one of the most powerful lessons I've learned over the years … And interestingly, I've learned it a few different times, from a few different mentors along the way. After 18 years at AWAI, you'd think I'd have it all figured out, right? Spoiler: I do not. But what I DO have are tools and amazing mentors like our Chief Success Officer, Ted Capshaw. And today, he's going to teach you! Whenever you're feeling overwhelmed … unhappy … stuck … or doubting your progress … in work or in life … [Today's Monday Morning Jumpstart is the cure.]( It's a tool for regaining control, and gets you back on track towards what you really want … Whether it be your happiness, your writing, financial goals … you can really apply it to anything. And you can come back to it time and time again. 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