The Art and Science of Thriving
Welcome to The Art and Science of Thriving, the podcast where high-achieving professionals unlock the secrets to living a fulfilling, balanced, and high-performing life.
Through evidence-based insights in neuroscience, psychology, and high-performance strategies, we’ll explore how to achieve success without burnout, create clarity and purpose, and thrive in every area of your life.
Michael Schiel, a high performance coach and transformation consultant, hosts the podcast. Michael helps overwhelmed people and teams find their purpose, achieve their goals, and reach peak performance while creating well-being, balance and fulfillment in their lives
The Art and Science of Thriving
Episode #81: Why You Are Overwhelmed and What to Do About it
Ever feel like you’re drowning in tasks, spinning your wheels, and struggling to keep up?
You’re not alone. Overwhelm is a modern epidemic, but here’s the truth: feeling overwhelmed doesn’t mean you’re failing—it’s your brain’s way of signaling that something needs to change.
In this episode of The Art and Science of Thriving, I explain why overwhelm happens, how it impacts your mind and body, and—most importantly—how to take back control.
You’ll learn:
- What overwhelm actually is—so you can recognize it before it takes over.
- The neuroscience behind it—how your brain processes stress and why it reacts this way.
- The hidden triggers fueling your overwhelm—and how to manage them.
- Practical, science-backed strategies to reduce overwhelm and regain focus.
- A simple framework to help you shift from feeling overloaded to empowered.
If you’ve ever felt stuck, exhausted, or pulled in too many directions, this episode will give you the clarity and tools to move forward with confidence.
Resources & Next Steps:
🔹 Get my free Overwhelm Checklist & Action Plan at Invictus.coach/resources
🔹 Join my Thrive Hive membership for deeper insights and coaching at Invictus.coach/thrive
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