Stress Relief Technique #9: One Step at a Time!
Because trying to do it all at once is a fast track to overwhelm.
If you’ve ever looked at your to-do list and felt like screaming—or simply giving up—you’re not alone. When you're under stress, even a normal day can feel unbearable. The demands pile up, the pressure builds, and suddenly, everything feels urgent.
Let’s be real: taking on too many things at once is a recipe for disaster. It creates the perfect storm where everything has to go right... and one misstep can throw the whole thing off.
Why put yourself through that?
Instead, give yourself permission to slow down. Start by making a list—yes, an actual list. Then choose one thing you can do right now. Focus on it fully. Finish it. Then move on to the next.
Some things will take longer than others, and that’s okay. When you take it one step at a time, you’re not just managing your tasks—you’re learning valuable lessons about time management, focus, and where your energy really needs to go.
Here’s the beautiful thing:
When you do one thing at a time, you start to understand how long things actually take. You’ll learn how to better structure your day and avoid the panic that comes from underestimating your time.
You’ll also do things better. Why? Because you’re actually focused. And that clarity gives you insight into where you can improve.
Let’s break it down with a familiar scene:
Mom’s rushing to finish dinner while helping with homework, cleaning up after the dog, catching up with a friend on the phone, and trying to watch her favorite show. Sound familiar?
While trying to do everything, something gets lost—like the dinner she was excited about making. The result? A meal that doesn’t turn out how she hoped and a mom who’s drained and disappointed.
But what if…
Dinner time was just dinner time?
No multitasking. No distractions.
Just fully present in the moment.
Here’s what that gives you:
- Better meals
- Less stress
- Fewer mistakes
- And a sense of peace that only comes when you stop scattering your attention.
It might require setting boundaries. It might mean creating a routine that works for everyone in the house. And yes, it might mean saying “not right now” to someone else so you can say “yes” to your sanity.
But here’s the truth, Mama:
You have the power to make those changes.
You are capable of resetting the tone in your household and choosing a pace that supports your peace and productivity.
Have questions? Need help setting those boundaries or routines? Drop them in the comments—we’re here for you!
You don’t have to do everything at once.
You just have to start with one thing.
Remember, you’re Confident, Resilient, and Beautiful!
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