What I do when I feel overwhelmed
I’ve had my share of stress. I’m sure you have, too.
These are the first things I ask myself when I start feeling anxious or overwhelmed.
When was the last time I had something to eat?
How much coffee have I had today?
How much have I exercised — over even simply moved around — today?
This isn’t to dismiss common causes of anxiety or depression, but rather it serves as a reminder to myself that I forget how much I personally control.
I also like the old adage “When you feel you hate everyone, it is probably time to eat, and when you feel everyone hates you, it is probably time to sleep.”