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Overwhelmed Working Woman: Boost Productivity, Master Time Management, Overcome Overwhelm & Stop People Pleasing
Overwhelmed Working Woman: Boost Productivity, Master Time Management, Overcome Overwhelm & Stop People Pleasing
Overwhelmed Working Woman is a top-ranked podcast hosted by Michelle Gauthier, an overwhelm and time management coach. It offers proven strategies to boost productivity, master time management, overcome overwhelm, and stop people pleasing. Each episode provides practical tips to help working women balance work and life with more peace and control. A listener favorite episode is 'The Power of a To-Don’t List.'
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#264| Only 1 in 10 Women Actually Relax On Vacation Without Overwhelm—Here's How You Can Be One Of Them And Actually Enjoy Your Time Away
What if the biggest thing standing between you and a relaxing vacation isn't your workload—but the guilt you carry with you?If you're an overwhelmed working woman, taking time off doesn't always feel restful. Maybe you're checking emails by the pool, thinking about your to-do list during family time, or feeling anxious the moment you disconnect. Only 9% of women truly relax on
#263| The Ultimate Guide to Stop Feeling Overwhelmed (You Need This Episode)
If you're constantly rushing, saying yes to everyone, and ending every day exhausted, you're not alone. Most overwhelmed women try to solve stress by working harder or becoming more organized, only to feel even more burned out. In this episode, you'll discover a different approach: changing the thoughts that create overwhelm, intentionally doing less, and building habits that lead t
#262| Why You're Afraid to Set Boundaries with Friends (and How Your Friendships Deepen When People Pleasing Stops)
Are you avoiding setting boundaries with friends because you're afraid you'll ruin the relationship?If you're a people pleaser or an overwhelmed working woman, you've probably stayed quiet to avoid conflict—even when a friendship leaves you feeling uncomfortable or resentful. In this episode, Michelle shares why the conversations you fear most are often the ones that create hea
#261| Here’s Why Fixing Everyone Else's Problems Is Making You Overwhelmed And Resentful (Tip: Stop Trying To Be So Helpful)
Are you constantly solving everyone else’s problems and wondering why you’re exhausted, overwhelmed, and secretly resentful?If you're the person everyone turns to for advice, support, and solutions, you may have fallen into the role of a "serial fixer." While helping others feels compassionate, constantly taking ownership of problems that aren't yours can lead to burnout, emoti
#260| Why the Time Management System Everyone Recommends Is Making Your Overwhelm Worse — And What To Do Instead: Overwhelm, Productivity, Time Management & People Pleasing
Have you ever tried someone else’s productivity system only to quit because it just didn’t work for you?If you've been told that you need more discipline, a perfect morning routine, or a color-coded schedule to be productive, this episode offers a different perspective. The real issue may not be your motivation—it may be that you're trying to force yourself into a system that doesn'
#259| The 4 Hidden Symptoms Of Perimenopause And Menopause That Feel Like Overwhelm — And How To Recognize Them Before They Wreck You: Overwhelm, Productivity, Time Management & People Pleasing
Do you feel exhausted, irritable, forgetful, or unlike yourself lately—and wonder if it's stress, aging… or something else entirely?Many high-achieving women assume brain fog, mood swings, overwhelm, and declining energy are simply the price of getting older or having too much on their plate. But what if these frustrating changes are actually signs of perimenopause? In this episode, menopause
#258| The Secret Technique That Will Stop You Absorbing Other People’s Anxiety, Reduce Overwhelm & Boost Productivity: Overwhelm, Productivity, Time Management & People Pleasing
Have you ever walked into a conversation feeling fine and left carrying someone else’s stress, anxiety, or bad mood for the rest of the day?If you're an empathetic person, it's easy to absorb the emotions of friends, coworkers, family members, or even the situations you see on TV. The problem is that taking on someone else’s anxiety doesn’t actually help them—it only leaves you feeling e
#257| The Secret Hack Intentional Women Know About Overwhelm That You Don't - And How This 1 Shift Will Finally Get You Off The Productivity Hamster Wheel: Overwhelm, Productivity, Time Management & People Pleasing
www.michellegauthier.com/bookmeWhat if your overwhelm has nothing to do with poor time management—and everything to do with your addiction to doing more?If you’re a high-achieving woman constantly searching for better systems, productivity hacks, or the perfect planner, you may be solving the wrong problem. Many successful women believe they’re overwhelmed because they need to get more organized,
#256| Shift Frustration Into Peace By Reframing Your Thoughts (Here's How): Overwhelm, Productivity, Time Management & People Pleasing
What if the frustration you’re feeling right now isn’t actually being caused by the situation itself—but by the story your mind created about it?In this episode, Michelle shares a powerful real-life coaching story about a mom struggling with resentment when her college-aged son comes home and completely disconnects from the household routine. Through one simple mindset shift, she discovers how cha
#255| 4 Tips To Calm Your Nervous System & Fall Back Asleep Faster: Overwhelm, Productivity, Time Management & People Pleasing
Do you wake up at 2 a.m. doing sleep math in your head and wondering why your body refuses to calm down?If you’re an overwhelmed, stressed-out woman who feels exhausted but still can’t sleep, this episode, featuring life coach and former bad sleeper Lauren Rapaport, will help you understand what’s really keeping you awake. From racing thoughts and nighttime anxiety to stress that builds up during
#254| Why Most Advice About Procrastination Is Completely Missing The Point: Overwhelm, Productivity, Time Management & People Pleasing
What if procrastination has nothing to do with laziness—and everything to do with the emotions you’re avoiding?If you constantly put off important tasks while staying busy with everything else, this episode will help you understand why. High-achieving women often assume procrastination means they’re undisciplined or bad at time management, but the real issue is usually emotional avoidance. This co
#253| Why Summer Leads To More Guilt, Not More Rest (And What To Do About It): Overwhelm, Productivity, Time Management & People Pleasing
Have you ever reached summer hoping life would finally feel lighter—only to find yourself just as overwhelmed and emotionally exhausted as before?For high-achieving working women, summer often brings a different version of stress instead of real relief. Between managing kids, work responsibilities, vacations, household logistics, and the pressure to “enjoy every moment,” it’s easy to feel guilty f
#252| Your Beliefs Are Keeping You Exhausted—Here's Why: Overwhelm, Productivity, Time Management & People Pleasing
When was the last time you truly rested without feeling guilty or thinking about everything you “should” be doing?So many working women have been conditioned to believe their worth is tied to productivity, which makes slowing down feel uncomfortable—even when they desperately need rest. In this episode, Michelle unpacks the hidden belief keeping women stuck in overwhelm and explains why constantly
#251| The Overwhelming Mental Load of Scheduling & What To Do About It: Overwhelm, Productivity, Time Management & People Pleasing
Are you constantly worried you’re forgetting a school event, appointment, birthday party, or important family detail?Modern parenting comes with an invisible mental load that many working women silently carry every single day. In this episode, Amy Briggs shares how witnessing overwhelmed moms struggle behind closed doors inspired her to build Aviva — a smart scheduling app designed to reduce stres
#250| Stop Saying Yes on Autopilot (Here's How): Overwhelm, Productivity, Time Management & People Pleasing
Do you ever say “yes” to requests before you’ve even had time to think about whether you actually want to?Many overwhelmed, high-achieving women have been conditioned to believe that being agreeable keeps them safe, successful, and liked. But constantly saying yes can quietly lead to resentment, exhaustion, and feeling disconnected from your own needs. In this episode, Michelle unpacks the hidden
#249| What's Causing Your Chronic Lateness (And How To Fix It): Overwhelm, Productivity, Time Management & People Pleasing
Do you constantly find yourself running just a few minutes late — and starting your day already feeling stressed and frazzled?For many overwhelmed working women, chronic lateness isn’t about laziness or poor planning. It’s often driven by hidden thinking patterns like optimism bias, people pleasing, and overpacking every minute of the day. In this episode, Michelle unpacks why running late creates
#248| One No Can Change Your Week: Overwhelm, Productivity, Time Management & People Pleasing
What if saying “no” to just one thing this week could instantly make you feel calmer and less overwhelmed?For many working women, May feels like a pressure cooker filled with work deadlines, school events, family obligations, and endless expectations to “handle it all.” In this episode, Michelle shares why constantly saying yes keeps you stuck in overwhelm—and how one small, intentional no can hel
#247| Less Bubble Baths, More Biology—Why You Need Real Rest: Overwhelm, Productivity, Time Management & People Pleasing
What if your stress and anxiety aren’t just happening in your mind—but are actually signals from a nervous system that desperately needs recovery?If you constantly feel overwhelmed, tense, exhausted, or stuck in “go mode,” this episode will help you understand why traditional self-care often isn’t enough. Michelle Bloyd-Fink explains how chronic stress impacts the body, why intentional rest is bio
#246| Stop Using Busy As A Buffer (Here's How): Overwhelm, Productivity, Time Management & People Pleasing
Are you staying busy because you’re productive… or because you’re avoiding something deeper?For many working women, constant busyness feels like responsibility—but it can quietly become a way to avoid uncomfortable thoughts and emotions. When every moment is filled, there’s no space to process what’s really going on, which can lead to burnout, disconnection, and feeling stuck despite doing “all th
#245| 5 Core Truths To Embrace So You Can Finally Beat Overwhelm: Overwhelm, Productivity, Time Management & People Pleasing
What if everything you believe about overwhelm is actually keeping you stuck?If you’re constantly trying to do more, push harder, and stay on top of everything—but still feel overwhelmed—this episode flips that approach on its head. After 3 years, 250+ episodes, and coaching countless women, Michelle is using this special anniversary episode to break down the core truths that reveal why overwhelm
#244| Why Organizing Your Tasks Won’t Reduce Overwhelm (And What Actually Will): Overwhelm, Productivity, Time Management & People Pleasing
What if your overwhelm isn’t coming from big projects—but from the tiny tasks you keep avoiding?If your to-do list feels endless and your brain never seems to shut off, the real problem might be the small, unfinished tasks constantly pulling at your attention. Every time you delay something quick—like replying to an email or scheduling an appointment—you’re reopening that mental loop again and aga
#243| How To Stop Clothing Overwhelm By Embracing Formulas (It's More Fun Than It Sounds): Overwhelm, Productivity, Time Management & People Pleasing
Ever stood in front of a full closet and still felt like you had nothing to wear?If getting dressed feels like the most stressful decision of your day, you’re not alone. Many overwhelmed working women waste time overthinking outfits, chasing trends, or buying more clothes—only to feel less confident. This episode, featuring self-processed outfit formula lady Lauren Owens, introduces a refreshingly
#242| How Delusional Optimism Can Help You Beat Overwhelm: Overwhelm, Productivity, Time Management & People Pleasing
What if the real reason you feel overwhelmed has nothing to do with your to-do list, and everything to do with your thinking?If you’re constantly juggling too much, overthinking decisions, or trying to keep everyone happy, it’s easy to blame your schedule or circumstances. But what if the root cause of your overwhelm is actually the thoughts running through your mind? In this episode, you’ll disco
#241| How Letting Go of People Pleasing Transforms Your Time, Energy, and Relationships: Overwhelm, Productivity, Time Management & People Pleasing
What would your life look like if you stopped worrying about what everyone else thinks of you?If you constantly replay conversations, say yes when you want to say no, or feel stretched thin trying to keep everyone happy, you’re not alone. People pleasing feels like the “right” thing to do—but it often leads to overwhelm, exhaustion, and surface-level relationships. This episode breaks down what re
#240| How To Create A Mother's Day You'll Actually Enjoy: Overwhelm, Productivity, Time Management & People Pleasing
Why does Mother’s Day so often leave you feeling disappointed—even when, on paper, everything went “fine”?If you’ve ever ended Mother’s Day feeling unseen, frustrated, or oddly let down, you’re not alone. Many working moms carry invisible expectations into the day—hoping to feel appreciated, relaxed, and cared for—without ever clearly asking for what they actually want. This episode uncovers why t
#239| Why Trying Harder Is Making Your Stress & Overwhelm Worse (And What To Do Instead): Overwhelm, Productivity, Time Management & People Pleasing
Are you doing everything “right” with your health—but still feel exhausted, anxious, and stuck?My guest today, personal trainer and hormone health coach Molly McNamee, knows all about that, because she's lived it. If you’re an overwhelmed woman juggling work, life, and wellness, this episode uncovers the hidden reason your efforts aren’t paying off—chronic stress. Even when you’re eating well
#238| Beat Overwhelm By Deciding What's Essential: Overwhelm, Productivity, Time Management & People Pleasing
What if the real reason you feel overwhelmed isn’t your workload—but your inability to say no to things that aren't essential?If you’re constantly busy but still feel behind, this episode, a review of Essentialism by Greg McKeown, will hit home. Most working women are told to manage their time better or try new productivity hacks, but the real issue is prioritizing what actually matters. With
#237| How to Say No With Ease and Stop Overwhelm Before It Starts: Overwhelm, Productivity, Time Management & People Pleasing
Do you say yes when you really mean no—and instantly regret it?If you constantly feel overcommitted, drained, or guilty for wanting time to yourself, this episode tackles the real reason saying no feels so hard—and why it keeps you stuck in overwhelm.In this episode, you will: Learn three simple types of “no” you can use in any situation Get nine ready-to-use phrases that make setting boundaries
#236| One Simple Mantra That Stops Overwhelm In Its Tracks: Overwhelm, Productivity, Time Management & People Pleasing
Are you physically present—but mentally stuck replaying the past or worrying about what’s next?If you constantly feel overwhelmed, distracted, or disconnected, your brain may be pulling you out of the present moment without you even realizing it. This episode breaks down why that happens and how it quietly fuels stress, anxiety, and lack of focus in your daily life.In this episode, you will: Learn
#235| The Early Signs of Burnout You're Missing (And What To Do About It): Overwhelm, Productivity, Time Management & People Pleasing
Are your “relaxing nights” (hello, Netflix + snacks) actually a hidden sign of burnout?My guest this week, Wendy Meadows, knows all about having a life that looks good on paper but leaves you burned out. Sound familiar?Burnout doesn’t always show up as total exhaustion or a breakdown—it can sneak in through brain fog, irritability, clumsiness, and coping mechanisms you don’t even question. This co
#234| How to Change Your Life Just By Loving Yourself: Overwhelm, Productivity, Time Management & People Pleasing
What if the biggest thing holding you back isn’t your circumstances—but the way you talk to yourself every day?Many women struggle with constant negative self-talk. Even when life looks successful on the outside, the inner voice can be full of criticism, doubt, and pressure. In this episode, Michelle explores powerful insights from the book Love Yourself Like Your Life Depends on It by Kamal Ravik
#233| Your Body Might Know You’re Overwhelmed Before You Do: Overwhelm, Productivity, Time Management & People Pleasing
Have you ever noticed headaches, back pain, or exhaustion showing up before you even realize how stressed you are?Many working women assume stress is only happening in their thoughts—overthinking, worrying, or feeling overwhelmed. But your body is often the first place stress shows up. High achievers and people pleasers are especially skilled at pushing through discomfort, ignoring physical warnin
#232| Why Instant Yeses Lead to Burnout (And What to Say Instead): Overwhelm, Productivity, Time Management & People Pleasing
Do you ever say, “Sure, no problem!” to a request—only to regret it seconds later when you remember how full your schedule already is?Many working women fall into the habit of saying yes automatically because they want to be helpful, avoid awkwardness, or keep others happy. But every quick yes adds another commitment to your already full plate. In this episode, you’ll learn how a simple pause—and
#231| Comparison Is Sabotaging Your Health Goals—Here's How to Break Free: Overwhelm, Productivity, Time Management & People Pleasing
Have you ever thought, “I know what I should be doing for my health… so why can’t I actually do it?”For many overwhelmed working women, the struggle with health isn’t about knowledge—it’s about the relationship we have with our bodies. Comparing ourselves to social media, unrealistic standards, or even our younger selves often creates shame and frustration. In this episode, nutritionist and person
#230| How Grit Beats Talent for Lasting Success: Overwhelm, Productivity, Time Management & People Pleasing
What if your success had far less to do with talent—and far more to do with one skill you can build starting today? That's the premise behind of one my favorite books: Grit, by Angela Duckworth.It’s easy to believe you’re either naturally good at something, or you’re not. When things feel hard, uncomfortable, or slow, you might assume it’s a sign to cut your losses and quit. But what if the r
#229| Working Harder Is Killing Your Productivity (And What To Do Instead): Overwhelm, Productivity, Time Management & People Pleasing
What if the reason you’re still overwhelmed isn’t your workload—but the belief that working harder will fix it?If you’re an overwhelmed working woman who responds to stress by doubling down and pushing through, this episode will feel uncomfortably familiar. When your nervous system is fried, your brain literally functions worse—leading to slower processing, decision fatigue, procrastination, and s
#228| How Being Yourself Can Make You More Productive and Less Overwhelmed: Overwhelm, Productivity, Time Management & People Pleasing
Are you trying to be more productive by following advice that doesn’t actually fit who you are? If you’re a working woman who feels constantly overwhelmed, distracted, or behind, the problem might not be your discipline — it might be that you’re planning your days around what works for someone else. Productivity culture pushes rigid schedules, early mornings, and hyper-detailed plans, but those ap
#227| How Positive Psychology Can Help Women Thrive in High-Pressure Careers: Overwhelm, Productivity, Time Management & People Pleasing
Are you surviving your life… or actually thriving in it?If you’ve ever dreaded Monday morning, questioned your career path, or felt like you “should” want the next promotion but don’t, you’re not alone. My guest this week, engineer and positive psychology expert Karli Auble knows that high-achieving professionals—especially women in demanding industries—often push through burnout, ignore their ins
#226| Reduce Overwhelm and Build Productivity by Honoring Your Natural Tendencies: Overwhelm, Productivity, Time Management & People Pleasing
Why do some women stick to habits effortlessly while others feel like they’re constantly failing—no matter how hard they try?If you’ve ever labeled yourself as lazy, undisciplined, or bad at time management, this episode may completely shift your perspective. In The Four Tendencies, author Gretchen Rubin explains that productivity and habit-building aren’t about trying harder—they’re about underst
#225| A Simple Tool to Help You Do Less and Ditch the Overwhelm—Without Guilt: Overwhelm, Productivity, Time Management & People Pleasing
What if your overwhelm isn’t a time management or motivation problem… but a volume problem?If you constantly feel behind, stretched thin, and responsible for everything, you’re not alone. So many working women believe they should be able to do it all — but that belief is exactly what keeps you overwhelmed. This episode breaks down a simple, practical framework to immediately reduce the number of t
#224| Why Spiraling Wrecks Your Productivity (And How to Stop It): Overwhelm, Productivity, Time Management & People Pleasing
Have you ever had one small email instantly spiral into a full-blown fear about losing your job, your home, and your entire future?If your brain tends to jump to worst-case scenarios—especially at work—this episode is for you. Spiraling doesn’t mean you’re bad at handling stress or that something is actually wrong; it means your nervous system is activated and craving safety. In this episode, you’
#223| How Being Unruly Makes You a Better Leader And Helps Beat Guilt & Overwhelm: Overwhelm, Productivity, Time Management & People Pleasing
What if the rules you’ve been following—at work, in leadership, or even in parenting—are the very thing holding you back?If you’ve ever felt stuck, guilty, or unsure whether you’re allowed to want something different, this episode is for you. Lauren Wittenberg Weiner shares how she built—and sold—a $100M company in one of the most rule-bound industries imaginable by learning which rules to follow,
#222| How to Ruin a Weekend (& What to Do Instead): Overwhelm, Productivity, Time Management & People Pleasing
Have you ever felt deeply disappointed even though, technically, nothing went wrong?If you’ve ever walked away from a day, a weekend, or a relationship feeling frustrated and stressed — without knowing exactly why — this episode will hit home. You’ll see how unspoken expectations quietly create emotional overwhelm and how easily we project our plans onto others without realizing it.In this episode
#221| Being Busy Isn’t a Badge of Honor—Here’s What It’s Really Hiding: Overwhelm, Productivity, Time Management & People Pleasing
What if being “so busy” isn’t proof that you’re doing life right—but a pink flag that something deeper needs your attention?Many women have learned to equate packed calendars with worth, productivity, and success—yet still feel exhausted, guilty when resting, or uneasy when things slow down. This episode explores why busyness feels validating, how culture rewards hustle, and how staying busy can q
#220| How an Atlas of the Heart Helps Us Navigate Our Emotions: Overwhelm, Productivity, Time Management & People Pleasing
Have you ever said, “I don’t even know what I’m feeling right now”—and felt completely stuck because of it?If you’re a busy, overwhelmed woman trying to manage stress, emotions, relationships, and responsibilities all at once, Brené Brown's Atlas of the Heart can help. This episode breaks down why understanding your emotions—not ignoring them—is the key to feeling calmer, more connected, and
#219| How Redefining Success Can Help You Beat Overwhelm and Love Your Work: Overwhelm, Productivity, Time Management & People Pleasing
Have you ever reached a level of success and thought, “I don’t want the next promotion… but I don’t know what I want instead”? My guest this week, author and coach (and former aerospace engineer!) Cassie Leonard lived it. High-achieving women — especially in demanding fields like STEM — are burning out not because they’re failing, but because they’re succeeding inside a system that was never desig
#218| An Email Isn't An Emergency—How a Short Pause Helps Avoid People Pleasing: Overwhelm, Productivity, Time Management & People Pleasing
Do you feel a rush of anxiety the moment a text or email comes in — like you have to reply immediately?If you’re trying to stop people pleasing, your phone might be one of your biggest practice tools. Texts and emails give you something people pleasers rarely take advantage of: time. In this episode, you’ll learn how slowing down your responses can help you stop saying yes out of guilt and start r
#217| How to Manifest a Panda (Or A More Peaceful Life): Overwhelm, Productivity, Time Management & People Pleasing
What if the reason you haven’t manifested what you want yet isn’t because it “doesn’t work,” but because you’re missing one critical step?If you’ve ever felt stuck, overwhelmed, or frustrated that your life isn’t changing fast enough—despite trying to “think positive”—this episode breaks down what manifestation actually looks like in real life. You’ll learn how to stop wishing and start intentiona
#216| How Women Are Trained to Burn Out Without Ever Realizing It: Overwhelm, Productivity, Time Management & People Pleasing
Have you ever wondered why you’re exhausted even when you’re doing everything “right”?In this episode of Overwhelmed Working Woman, Michelle talks about Burnout: The Secret to Unlocking the Stress Cycle by Emily Nagoski and Amelia Nagoski. If you’re an overwhelmed working woman who’s constantly busy, people-pleasing, and holding it all together while feeling emotionally drained, this episode break
#215| Why Traditional Budgeting Doesn’t Work for Busy Women (And What Does): Overwhelm, Productivity, Time Management & People Pleasing
Does budgeting feel stressful, restrictive, or like something you should be doing—but secretly avoid?If you make good money but still feel confused about where it’s all going, you’re not doing anything wrong. In this episode, Michelle sits down with the Budget Besties to unpack why budgeting feels overwhelming for so many working women—and how to replace chaos with a calm, automated system that ac
#214| Manifestation Isn’t Magic—It’s Neuroscience (And You Should Try It): Overwhelm, Productivity, Time Management & People Pleasing
What if the reason you feel stuck, stressed, or overwhelmed has less to do with your circumstances—and more to do with what your brain is trained to notice?If you’re skeptical of manifesting or feel like vision boards and positive thinking don’t fit into your real, busy life, this episode offers a refreshing and practical perspective. You’ll learn how your brain’s built-in filtering system shapes
#213| Why Confetti Goals Create More Overwhelm Than Actual Change: Overwhelm, Productivity, Time Management & People Pleasing
Have you ever started the year determined to change everything — only to feel overwhelmed before January is even over?If you’re a driven, capable working woman who feels pressure to do more, try harder, and improve every area of your life at once, this episode will help you understand why that approach backfires — and what actually creates calm, sustainable change.In this episode, you’ll learn:Why
#212| How to Create Your Best Year by Reviewing What Actually Worked (And What Didn’t): Overwhelm, Productivity, Time Management & People Pleasing
What if the reason last year didn’t go the way you hoped isn’t because you failed — but because no one ever taught you how to evaluate it properly?As a working woman, you’re juggling career, family, relationships, health, and endless expectations — and when a year doesn’t feel great, it’s easy to default to self-criticism. In this episode, Michelle shares a real, vulnerable look at her own year an
#211| Why “New Year, New You” Is A Recipe For Overwhelm & What To Do Instead: Overwhelm, Productivity, Time Management & People Pleasing
What if you didn’t need to totally reinvent yourself this year to finally feel calm, focused, and in control?If you’re an overwhelmed working woman who feels pressure every January to fix everything at once, this episode will feel like a breath of fresh air. Instead of chasing unrealistic resolutions, Michelle invites you to a grounded, intentional way to plan your year—one that builds on what’s a
#210| Boost Productivity and Motivation By Focusing on Gains, Not Gaps: Overwhelm, Productivity, Time Management & People Pleasing
Do you ever hit big goals—but still feel like you’re failing?In this episode of Overwhelmed Working Woman, Michelle talks about The Gap and The Gain by Dan Sullivan and Dr. Benjamin Hardy. If you’re ambitious, growth-minded, and constantly pushing for more, this episode explains why success can feel so unsatisfying—and how a simple mindset shift can completely change the way you experience progres
#209| The Invisible Holiday Workload Is Exhausting—Here's What To Do About It: Overwhelm, Productivity, Time Management & People Pleasing
Have you ever collapsed into bed at the end of the day wondering why you’re so exhausted—before the holidays even arrive?If the holidays feel overwhelming, it’s not because you’re doing something wrong—it’s because you’re carrying an enormous amount of invisible work. From tracking gifts and budgets to coordinating schedules and making everything feel “magical,” this episode speaks directly to the
#208| Why Perfectionism is Just Fear in Disguise (And How to Move Past It): Overwhelm, Productivity, Time Management & People Pleasing
Are you actually struggling with time management—or is perfectionism quietly keeping you stuck and overwhelmed?If you constantly feel busy but still struggle to finish things, second-guess your work, or delay putting yourself out there, this episode will help you understand why. Perfectionism often disguises itself as productivity, planning, or “high standards,” but underneath it is fear that keep
#207| Why Doing More Isn’t the Answer to Overwhelm—and What Actually Works Instead: Overwhelm, Productivity, Time Management & People Pleasing
Have you ever felt so overwhelmed that you’re either completely frozen—or running at full speed with no relief in sight?If you’re juggling work, family, and responsibilities that never seem to end, this episode will feel uncomfortably familiar. My former client, Jenny Connors, is busy — she's a nonprofit founder, foster parent, and artist — and her life felt like total chaos until coaching he
#206| How to Break the Hustle Habit by Choosing Presence Over Perfection: Overwhelm, Productivity, Time Management & People Pleasing
Are you exhausted from trying to keep up with a life that looks good on the outside but feels overwhelming on the inside?So many women silently battle the pressure to achieve, overperform, and stay constantly available—yet still wonder why they feel disconnected, frantic, or numb. This episode unpacks the powerful lessons from Present Over Perfect by Shauna Niequist and shows how slowing down can
#205| How To Have a Holiday You'll Truly Enjoy—Without Overwhelm and Exhaustion: Overwhelm, Productivity, Time Management & People Pleasing
Feeling that holiday pressure building already—and wishing you could actually enjoy the season instead of just surviving it?If December always leaves you overwhelmed, overstretched, or quietly resentful, this episode breaks down exactly why the holidays feel so heavy—and how a few simple shifts can finally bring you the peace, calm, and breathing room you've been craving.In this episode, you’
#204| Could Your Workspace Be Causing Your Overwhelm? Here’s How to Know (& How to Fix It): Overwhelm, Productivity, Time Management & People Pleasing
Is your workspace quietly adding to your overwhelm without you even realizing it?In a world where we work from dining tables, couches, bedrooms, or crowded offices, the lack of boundaries around where and how we work has become a major—and often overlooked—source of stress. This episode helps you understand why your environment may be working against you and how a few simple questions can dramatic
#203| How to Handle Fear and Build a Braver Life (Not a Perfect One): Overwhelm, Productivity, Time Management & People Pleasing
Are you constantly pushing for perfection, yet feeling paralyzed, overwhelmed, or unable to access your creativity when it matters most?In this episode, we're joined by Dr. Mary Poffenroth as we explore why high performers—especially those raised to be “happy,” “successful,” and never difficult—often misinterpret fear, suppress emotions, and unknowingly shut down the very part of the brain re
#202| Why Hoping for a Perfect Holiday Is a Bad Idea (Unpopular Take): Overwhelm, Productivity, Time Management & People Pleasing
Are your holiday expectations secretly setting you up for stress, disappointment, and emotional overload?If you’ve ever walked into Thanksgiving hoping for perfect behavior, perfect food, and perfectly peaceful family interactions—only to end the day exhausted—you’re not alone. This episode shows you how unrealistic expectations quietly amplify stress and how a simple mindset shift can make your e
#201| How to Hit Every Goal You Set—Without Overwhelm: Overwhelm, Productivity, Time Management & People Pleasing
Do you ever get to the end of a month and wonder why you’re still overwhelmed even though you’re working so hard toward your goals?This episode reveals the simple monthly review practice that helps overwhelmed working women stay aligned, make consistent progress, and avoid the cycle of overplanning, burnout, and forgotten goals—especially heading into the busiest month of the year.In this episode,
#200| How Finding Your North Star Can Help You Avoid Burnout and Overwhelm: Overwhelm, Productivity, Time Management & People Pleasing
Welcome back to Book Club!Are you living a life that looks “perfect” on paper but secretly feels misaligned, heavy, or strangely empty?In this episode, Michelle discussed Finding Your Own North Star by Martha Beck. The book breaks down why high-achieving working women often feel overwhelmed even when everything looks successful from the outside—and how that inner discomfort is actually a powerful
#199| A To-Don't List Can Help You Ditch Chaos and Overwhelm — Here's How: Overwhelm, Productivity, Time Management & People Pleasing
Are you exhausted from trying to “do it all” and wondering why life still feels chaotic no matter how hard you work?In this episode, you’ll hear how my former client Amanda, a full-time realtor, mom of two, and former perfectionist, realized she didn’t need more hours, better organization, or 4 a.m. wake-ups—she just needed a new way to think about her time, boundaries, and emotional management. I
#198| 3 Common Morning Mistakes Working Women Make & How To Avoid Them for Less Overwhelm: Overwhelm, Productivity, Time Management & People Pleasing
Do your mornings leave you feeling frazzled before the day even begins? You’re not alone—most working women start their days already behind.In this episode, Michelle breaks down the hidden habits that make mornings chaotic—from reaching for your phone too soon to making dozens of tiny decisions before 8 A.M. She shows you how a few small shifts can completely transform how your day begins, without
#197| How to Reclaim Your Financial Freedom and Live Big: Overwhelm, Productivity, Time Management & People Pleasing
What would happen if you suddenly had to manage all your finances alone tomorrow — would you be ready?In this powerful conversation, financial expert and author Steph Wagner opens up about losing her financial autonomy after leaving her high-powered finance career to raise her family — and how she had to rebuild her confidence, her career, and her wealth from scratch after an unexpected divorce. T
#196| How Discovering Your Primal Question Helps You Go From Overwhelmed to Empowered: Overwhelm, Productivity, Time Management & People Pleasing
Are you constantly doing more but still feeling like it’s never enough? What if the real reason for your overwhelm isn’t your workload—but an unanswered internal need?In this episode of Overwhelmed Working Woman, Michelle introduces The Seven Primal Questions by Mike Foster—a powerful framework that uncovers the core emotional question driving your stress. Whether you’re asking yourself “Am I love
#195| How the Most Generous Interpretation Helps Keep You Out of Overwhelm and In Control: Overwhelm, Productivity, Time Management & People Pleasing
Do you ever find yourself instantly frustrated or hurt by someone else’s behavior—at work, at home, or even over text?In this episode, Michelle breaks down the life-changing mindset of using the Most Generous Interpretation—a way to separate someone’s behavior from who they are, so you can stop spiraling into stress and take back control of your emotions.In this episode, you will:Learn how to give
#194| 3 Types of “No” Every Woman Needs To Learn To Ditch the Overwhelm and Guilt: Overwhelm, Productivity, Time Management & People Pleasing
Do you feel a wave of guilt every time you say “no”? What if the real reason you’re overwhelmed isn’t your schedule—but your inability to protect your energy?When you listen, you’ll discover how your upbringing, cultural expectations, and fear of disappointing others may be quietly draining your time and peace—and how to finally stop it.In this episode, you will:Learn three distinct types of “no”
#193| 3 Mindset Shifts Every People Pleaser Needs To Finally Say No Without Guilt: Overwhelm, Productivity, Time Management & People Pleasing
Do you catch yourself saying yes when every part of you wants to say no—just to avoid disappointing someone?If you’re constantly drained, resentful, or overwhelmed because you’re always putting others first, this episode is your permission slip to stop. Michelle Gauthier breaks down why people pleasing isn’t kindness—it’s self-betrayal, and how three simple mindset shifts can help you say no witho
#192| How Self-Compassion Help You Ditch Overwhelm: Overwhelm, Productivity, Time Management & People Pleasing
Do you ever catch yourself saying things like “I should have this figured out by now” or “I’m just terrible at this”? What if those thoughts are the real reason you’re feeling so drained and overwhelmed?In this episode, Michelle reveals how negative self-talk quietly magnifies stress for working women and keeps them trapped in a cycle of exhaustion and guilt. You’ll discover what self-compassion a
#191| Why More Money Isn’t the Cure for Overwhelm (& What Actually Is): Overwhelm, Productivity, Time Management & People Pleasing
Do you ever catch yourself thinking, “Once I make more money, I’ll finally feel less stressed”—only to find that the overwhelm never goes away?In this episode, host Michelle Gauthier and Money Mindset and Personal Finance Coach Madison Aldini unpack the illusion that money alone fixes your problems. Madison shares how she climbed from $70,000 in debt to six figures, yet still felt trapped by scarc
#190| Why Comparison Is Quietly Draining Your Joy (And How To Take Back Control): Overwhelm, Productivity, Time Management & People Pleasing
Do you ever feel like you were doing great—until you saw someone else doing “better”?In this episode, Michelle shares two real-life stories—one from a spin class and another from a business mastermind—that reveal how comparison can quietly steal our joy and distort our sense of success. If you’ve ever felt less-than because of someone else’s numbers, lifestyle, or achievements, this conversation w
#189| How Letting Go of Comparison Helps You Beat Imposter Syndrome and Overwhelm: Overwhelm, Productivity, Time Management & People Pleasing
Ever look around and think, “Everyone else seems to be doing this right — why am I the only one struggling?”If you’ve ever felt behind, like you’re missing some secret everyone else knows, this episode is your reminder that you’re not alone — and that comparison might be the silent source of your stress, self-doubt, and overwhelm.In this episode, you’ll discover:Why your brain is hardwired to comp
#188| Why Your Calendar Is Lying to You About Your Time (and What to Do About It): Overwhelm, Productivity, Time Management & People Pleasing
Ever looked at your calendar and thought, “It’s not even that full—so why do I feel so overwhelmed?”In this episode, Michelle uncovers a hidden reason most people feel stressed and short on time: what’s on your calendar doesn’t actually represent how much energy and attention your commitments really take. From orthodontist appointments to dinner parties, she breaks down the unseen “time tax” that
#187| Does Your Time Management Lack Meaning? How Swapping Habits for Rituals Can Help: Overwhelm, Productivity, Time Management & People Pleasing
Ever hit a huge career milestone and feel… nothing? If your hard-earned success still leaves you flat, this episode will completely shift how you think about achievement, planning, and presence.So many ambitious women feel overwhelmed by “productivity hacks” that just add more pressure. Danielle McGeough, PhD and creator of the RISE Ritual Method, shares how she escaped burnout by transforming her
#186| How People Pleasing Kept You Safe — Then Left You Stuck in Overwhelm: Overwhelm, Productivity, Time Management & People Pleasing
Do you ever feel like you can’t stop saying yes—even when you’re exhausted and know it’s not serving you?If you’ve been praised your whole life for being agreeable, or you believe saying “no” is selfish, it’s no wonder people pleasing feels impossible to break. This episode unpacks why your brain defaults to “yes,” even when you’re craving peace, balance, and boundaries.By listening, you’ll discov
#185| 3 Reasons Why Forcing Productivity Is The Reason You’re Stuck (And What Actually Works): Overwhelm, Productivity, Time Management & People Pleasing
Do you ever feel like the harder you push, the less actually gets done?If you’ve been caught in the cycle of clenching, controlling, and forcing outcomes—whether at work, at home, or with your kids—you’re not alone. In this episode, Michelle unpacks why tension drains your energy and how real productivity thrives when you create space to breathe, soften, and receive.By listening, you’ll discover:W
