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Overwhelmed and juggling too many priorities? Here’s how to find clarity and calm in the chaos—without sacrificing what truly matters.

When everything feels urgent and your stress levels skyrocket, it’s easy to lose sight of what’s most important. Kohenet April N. Baskin shares powerful, practical tools to realign with your core priorities—fast. From deciphering which demands are “rubber” and which are “glass,” to embracing simple yet transformative practices like breathwork and EFT tapping, this episode equips you with the mindset and tactics to navigate overwhelm with grace. Discover how shifting your standards from “best” to “good” can unlock momentum and ease daily pressure.

You'll learn:

• Why not all demands are created equal and how to determine which are urgent vs. critical
• The metaphor of rubber and glass balls to manage work-life stress effectively
• Simple, effective practices like breath validation and EFT tapping to calm your nervous system instantly [Reminder: Go to Youtube and use the search term "EFT Tapping ________", for example EFT Tapping Overwhelm.] 
• The importance of nourishment and self-care during high-pressure moments
• How to create space for wonder, possibility, and supportive presence amidst chaos

Whether you're a busy professional, a parent balancing multiple roles, or anyone feeling overwhelmed by life’s demands, these insights will help you regain clarity, compassion, and resilience.

Remember, much of your stress is a matter of perspective—and with the right mindset, you can turn overwhelm into opportunity. Tune in to tap into your inner wisdom and find support in the process. Because, after all, there’s always time for what’s most important—and you are it.

Timestamps: 

• 0:44 — Settle in: breathe and find a little ease
• 1:49 — The core reminder: focus on what matters most
• 3:33 — Sorting the “rubber balls” from the “glass balls”
• 5:12 — Letting good be good enough
• 6:36 — Breathing and body-based calming practices
• 7:25 — Using tapping when stress feels too activated
• 9:05 — Nourishment and supportive inputs during hard seasons
• 10:11 — Reaching for additional support
• 11:14 — Closing reassurance and blessing
  

Ideal for anyone navigating high-pressure seasons, seeking practical calm, and ready to prioritize with ease.

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Discussion and reflection questions:

1. What in this episode is new for you? What have you learned and how does it land?
2. What is resonating? What is sticking with you and why?
3. What, if anything feels hard? What is challenging or on the edge for you?
4. If relevant. what feelings and sensations are arising as you reflect on themes from this episode, and where in your body do you feel them?
5. What key insights or strategies are you carrying forward and how do you want to weave them into your living and/or leadership?