Strategies for Dealing with Overwhelm

Peter Quarry and Eve Ash discuss strategies to manage feelings of being overwhelmed, emphasizing the importance of regaining control through lists, prioritization, and seeking help. They explore the impact of overwhelm on team dynamics and suggest changing mindsets and taking action to improve productivity. The video also covers time management, setting boundaries, and identifying time wasters to reduce stress.

What percentage of people reportedly feel anxious about global issues like the pandemic?

• 50%

• 85%

• 70%

• 30%

What is one of the first steps suggested to regain control when feeling overwhelmed?

• Taking a vacation

• Delegating all tasks

• Ignoring the tasks

• Making a list of tasks

Why is it important to ask for help when feeling overwhelmed?

• It is a sign of failure

• It is unnecessary

• It shows you are weak

• It can make a significant difference

What can happen when a team collectively feels overwhelmed?

• It boosts productivity

• It becomes a shared script and culture

• It leads to more creativity

• It has no effect

What is a suggested method to break the cycle of feeling overwhelmed?

• Avoid all tasks

• Engage in a small productive action

• Focus on the feeling

• Complain to others

What is a key strategy to manage time effectively and avoid feeling overwhelmed?

• Identify and reduce time wasters

• Work without breaks

• Multitask constantly

• Attend all meetings

What is a crucial step in setting boundaries to manage overwhelm?

• Saying yes to everything

• Avoiding communication

• Saying no when necessary

• Taking on more tasks