Do you ever felt lost because you don’t have everything figured out? In this episode of Working Towards Our Purpose, I talk about the feeling of being overwhelmed when you don't have it all figured out. I share my personal struggles with imposter syndrome and the pressure to have everything planned, especially with my podcast journey. If you're battling overwhelm at the start of this new year you'll find real, actionable mindset tips that helped me work through my overwhelm.

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📍 Timestamps:
00:00 – Welcome & Check-In
00:54 – Feeling Overwhelmed with Not Having It All Figured Out
01:50 – Entrepreneur vs. Creative Mindset
03:33 – Pressure to Have All the Answers
04:05 – Imposter Syndrome
05:13 – Three Steps to Stop Feeling Overwhelmed
07:10 – The Power of Letting Go
08:12 – Remembering Your Why
10:15 – Sustainable Workflow & Authenticity
11:43 – The Songwriting Analogy: Letting Ideas Marinate
13:13 – Evaluating Other Areas of Life
15:48 – Redirecting Your Energy
18:56 – Gratitude & Final Reflections

 💡Key Takeaways

• 3 steps to stop overwhelm
• Pressure to have it all figured out
• Knowing when to let things marinate 
• Entrepreneur vs. creative mindsets

 🚀 Start Here If You’re New

1. Overcoming Imposter Syndrome: How to Trust Your Success as a High-Achiever | EP 45

2. Overcoming Others' Expectations: 3 Stages to Living an Authentic Life | EP 48

3. Should You Quit Your Job? How to Know When it’s Time for a Career Pivot | EP 39

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