Having a Big Heart Can Also Mean Big Exhaustion. Start with Grounding.
When you are high in empathy, or you have sensitivity like an introvert or HSP has, we can get exhausted. Calming and grounding yourself is job #1 and easier than you think.
Overwhelm and Stress Relief
Managing the Whirlwind of Feelings in a Whirlwind World
Finding your balance when life inside you or in the news feels overwhelming. Seeing injustice when you care so much is hard. 7 simple things that help me.
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What If Your Career Ideas Feel Impossible?
This is a common question. My answer is that you don’t even know what’s realistic or not until you explore some more. I have the kind of brain that thinks there is always a way to do something you love. Even if you don’t think like that, stay with me
The Introvert’s Easy Path To Going For It… Without Getting Overwhelmed
How to prevent yourself from feeling overwhelmed at work or with career goals, etc. This video will give you a shift in thinking that brings relief now.
How Do I Cope with Conflict and Speaking Up at Meetings as an Introvert?
Ack, conflict. Tough for most of us. And at work with all that pressure? Or in a community group where you care so much but then we can’t get along? Tips for Introverts on how to make it easier.
Empathy Overwhelm? Finding Words and Answers Amidst Darkness
Something in the news hit me hard. This is my support note to myself and to you. This is what grief feels like. Maybe it’s also empathy overwhelm. I offer some explanations and support for sensitive souls with high empathy.
The Introvert’s Path from Struggle to Confidence
First of all, you can be a confident introvert. But many introverts have concerns about confidence and I’ll explain why and what to do about it.
Stress-free Sustainable Self-employment: Possible?
Does self-employment HAVE to be that stressful? I don’t think so. Here’s my take on the problem and the solution. Stress-free? Not exactly. Burnout-free, Yes!
I Said No to Shoulds in Business and Found Sustainability
I wanted to follow every idea and do all the things like it “should” be as a solopreneur. That was too much. Here’s how I went from reactive to relaxed. Phew.
When Something Feels Too Big for You, What To Do. (Facing Challenges)
If you find yourself leaning back when it comes to a challenge, this personal story and explanation about fear and courage might help.
