Feeling Overwhelmed? You're Not Alone—Here's My Story

There was a time in my life when I felt like I was drowning in overwhelm. I was constantly putting others’ needs ahead of my own, and it left me emotionally and physically drained. It felt like there was never enough time—not for myself, not for my family, and not even to catch my breath. My calendar was overflowing with commitments I couldn’t say no to, and yet, I felt stuck because I didn’t know what else I could do.

At the time, I had been working for the same company for over 20 years, doing the same type of work day in and day out. Success, to me, meant a stable job, a good income, and meeting everyone’s expectations. That’s what I thought I needed to feel worthy and secure.

But one day, something shifted. I realized that if I didn’t make a change, I was going to miss out on something far more important than professional accolades or a padded resume—getting to know my son. He was in elementary school at the time, and I found myself wondering if I really knew who he was and if he really knew me. That was the wake-up call I needed.

The problem was, I didn’t know where to start. I felt paralyzed by fear and uncertainty. How could I change when I’d built my life around this identity of being reliable, dependable, and always there for others?

That’s when I reached out for help. I worked with a coach who helped me uncover the deeper reason behind my drive to put everyone else first. For me, it boiled down to a desire for success—but success as it was defined by others. I wanted to feel valued and secure, and I thought the only way to achieve that was to meet external expectations.

With the coach’s support, I began to peel back the layers and discovered something unexpected. Along the way, I had developed a wealth of skills and strengths: resilience, adaptability, and an unwavering work ethic. These weren’t just tools for serving others—they were gifts I could use to serve myself and align my life with what truly mattered to me.

I also took the time to redefine success for myself. Instead of chasing external validation, I began to focus on living a life that felt authentic and aligned with who I truly was. For me, that meant finding balance and creating space for the relationships that mattered most, especially with my son.

I stayed with my company for several more years but transitioned into a role that was better suited to my values and goals. Eventually, I made the decision to leave entirely when my role began to shift in ways that no longer felt aligned. That wasn’t an easy decision, but it was the right one. And because I had built a foundation of self-trust and clarity, I was able to move forward with confidence.

If any of this resonates with you, if you wake up in the morning wondering, Is this really all there is to life?—the answer is no. But breaking free from overwhelm and finding your own path often requires support.

If you’re ready to take the first step, I invite you to download my free guide, “The Top Four Reasons You Don’t Set Boundaries”. This resource will help you understand what might be holding you back and how you can begin to reclaim your time, energy, and sense of self.

You deserve a life that feels as good on the inside as it looks on the outside. Let’s get started.