If You’re Feeling Overwhelmed, You Need to Hear This
The Mel Robbins Podcast
Monday, 20 October 2025 - 52 minutes
If you’ve been thinking,
I can’t focus…
I can’t catch up…
I feel so behind…
this episode is for you.
Today, Mel breaks down overwhelm:
why your brain feels overloaded and the 4 simple steps you can use today to clear your mind and finally get back on track.
You’ll learn:
-The real reason you can’t focus (and it’s not what you think)
-The first thing to do when you feel paralyzed by stress or decisions
-Why doing more is actually keeping you stuck
-A quick 30-second reset that melts overwhelm fast
-How to stop the “I’m so behind” spiral If your to-do list never ends.
If your home, inbox, or mind feels cluttered, or if you’re constantly running on empty, this episode will help you hit reset.
By the end, you’ll have a proven game plan to break free from the Overwhelm Trap and take your power back, in a very surprising way.
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If you liked the episode, check out this one next: Focus on Yourself: 3 Signs You’re Giving Too Much & What to Do About It Right Now
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