Feeling Overwhelmed In Work And Life
Many people are living in a world that has a constant state of feeling overwhelmed. That feeling is often brought on by the diversity and quantity of information, interactions, and responsibilities that we all have to face in order to "keep up with the times". People are constantly bombarded with marketing messages promising instant gratification, instant solutions, and perfect outcomes. These promises create an unattainable standard for what we believe our lives should be.
The best way to enjoy life is to prioritize the happiness metrics you live your life by over those metrics society tries to force you into focusing on. We can all live a better life and enjoy it more. We can all have more happiness in our lives. When we change our perspectives, our goals, and how we view the world, then we can all feel more "at home" and much less overwhelmed with life.
Here is a list of indicators that you are over-whelmed:
* You constantly find yourself feeling exhausted. Many people suffer from sleep issues when they feel overwhelmed or stressed out. This is because the rapid alpha wave activity in your brain makes it difficult to fall asleep or wake up. Many times, when you feel like you have had a lot of sleep, yet still feel tired, it is an indicator of feeling overwhelmed.
* You are constantly stressed out about things that are outside of your control. The worst feeling in the world is constantly worrying about things that you cannot change or fix. Your worry and anxiety will never solve a problem because problems can only be answered through hard work and action.
* You find yourself procrastinating more than usual on projects and tasks. This shows that you are not confident in your abilities to complete a task or project. Procrastination is just a coping mechanism used by people who have always felt overwhelmed with life in general.
* You aren't as happy as you used to be. When the feeling of happiness is a constant problem for you, then it is likely that you are suffering from too much stress and not enough joy in your life.
Here are some indicators that you are on the right path toward separating yourself from a state of feeling overwhelmed:
* You find yourself laughing and enjoying the little things in life more often. When we detach ourselves from unnecessary stressors and fears in our lives, we can allow ourselves to experience joy and happiness more often. An increased ability to enjoy small pleasures will make your life much less stressful and enjoyable!
* You no longer worry about keeping up with "the Joneses.