8 SIMPLE WAYS TO MANAGE OVERWHELM

At times we all feel a little overwhelmed. This expresses itself in many different ways. For some it feels like anxiety or nervousness and for others it can, for example, completely shut them down.

First, it helps if you can identify what is causing the overwhelm in the first place. It is not essential to get rid of it, but if you discover the cause or the root then you can work towards dealing with those circumstances, so you don’t get overwhelmed in the future.

Below are some easy ways to help you deal with the overwhelm.

1. TELL SOMEONE

Sharing how you feel with someone can be very helpful. Just talking about it may diffuse the feeling. Your friend or family might also be able to give you a different perspective on the situation which will help you to relax. You can also speak to a therapist who is trained to help people manage these and other situations.

2. SLEEP

Are you sleeping enough? When short of sleep we are overwhelmed and challenged much more easily and frequently. So ask yourself if you need more sleep and try to make sure you get some more of it.

3. WRITE IT DOWN