Do you constantly feel like you’re out of time? You’re not alone. This generation’s fast-paced nature is making people chase a hustler’s mindset, working 27 hours in a day and accomplishing the goals they have for themselves as soon as possible. This rat race can be empowering to some but overwhelming to others.
The unintended side effect of this multifaceted culture is making people guilty for feeling tired. Unproductivity becomes another term for being lazy or slacking off. In reality, it’s normal to feel burnt out of having too much to do or attempting to satisfy others’ expectations of us. This can lead to letting go of your emotional, mental, and physical well-being.
Grounding yourself from going out of control
It’s important to stay productive, especially in today’s times where we spend more time indoors for our safety. However, it shouldn’t be an excuse to overwork yourself. People in different walks of life can feel overwhelmed at any point in their lives, from students, employees, to parents. It can affect anyone, leading to emotions of anger, doubt, or helplessness. This is why it’s necessary to ground yourself before you spin out of control.
If you’re feeling a little overwhelmed with external factors in your life, these three tips can help you get back in control:
Let go of feelings of guilt
A tough hurdle in overcoming the feeling of being overwhelmed is the imaginary sense of guilt that people around you impose on you. There may also be times when you blame yourself for being unproductive by comparing your achievements to others. Remember that you shouldn’t sacrifice your well-being for your growth. Knowing when to say no and take a breather is also a vital part of growing. Remember what your priorities are, and recognize that your personal success is unique and incomparable to others.
Focus on the now
Anticipating the worst that can come is a dangerous way to live. Although it’s important to brace yourself for the future, it shouldn’t be a means to cause you to think negatively as a routine. Instead of worrying about the future, focus on what you can control in the now. Let go of hypotheticals and potential outcomes and try listing down concrete and actionable steps to solve your urgent issues. Creating this problem-solving workflow chart will be an excellent way to ground yourself and let go of harmful thoughts.
Think positive thoughts
Many people misunderstand the value of thinking positively, primarily because there’s a danger to immersing in toxic positivity. If all you see are the good things in something, you’ll be just as blinded by the reality of your situation. Instead, it’s important to weigh the pros and cons of any problem while putting your focus on proactive steps. If you’re facing a dilemma, think about how your circumstances make you capable enough to face it. Recognizing your unique skill sets and potential is one way to get yourself out of a rut.
Conclusion
Although the world may be running faster than ever before, it’s essential to keep yourself grounded amidst societal and personal expectations. Remember that progress isn’t a straightforward path. There will be occasions where you’ll have to fall back and take a breather. Similarly, you will experience better days which will see you see continuous strides to grow. Keep in mind that your own journey is what you should focus on, and never
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