Feeling overwhelmed is like being caught in a turbulent sea, where the waves of responsibilities, expectations, and emotions crash relentlessly. It's a suffocating sensation that engulfs both mind and body, leaving one gasping for clarity and relief. The weight of an ever-growing to-do list, coupled with the constant demands of modern life, can create a sense of helplessness and exhaustion. 

The mind becomes a chaotic storm of thoughts, making it difficult to focus or find a way out of the overwhelming tide. In such moments, even the smallest tasks can feel like insurmountable mountains, leaving one feeling defeated and drained.

The physical toll of overwhelm is equally palpable, as stress and anxiety take a toll on the body. Heart palpitations, shallow breathing, and muscle tension become unwelcome companions, while sleepless nights compound the problem. It's as if the world has become a cacophonous orchestra of obligations and expectations, each instrument playing at a different tempo.

Finding a lifeline amidst this chaos can be a daunting task, yet it's crucial to remember that there are ways to regain control, whether through prioritization, seeking support, or simply taking a step back to breathe and recalibrate. Overcoming overwhelm is a journey that requires self-compassion and resilience, reminding us that even in the darkest of storms, there is always a path to calmer waters.

Overcoming overwhelm can be challenging, but there are several effective strategies that can help you regain control and find balance in your life. Here are five ways to help with overcoming overwhelming feelings:

  1. Prioritize and Organize: Start by creating a clear and realistic to-do list. Prioritize tasks based on their importance and deadlines. Breaking down larger tasks into smaller, manageable steps can make them feel less daunting. Utilize tools like calendars, task management apps, or planners to stay organized and track your progress.
  2. Practice Mindfulness and Relaxation Techniques: Incorporate mindfulness and relaxation practices into your daily routine. Techniques such as deep breathing exercises, meditation, or yoga can help calm your mind and reduce stress. Taking short breaks throughout the day to focus on your breath and clear your thoughts can be particularly helpful.
  3. Set Boundaries: Learn to say no when necessary and establish clear boundaries in your personal and professional life. Overcommitting to tasks or obligations can lead to overwhelm. Be assertive in communicating your limits and prioritize self-care.
  4. Seek Support and Delegate: Don't hesitate to reach out to friends, family, or colleagues for support. Sharing your feelings with someone you trust can provide emotional relief and may lead to practical solutions. Additionally, if possible, delegate tasks or responsibilities to others to lighten your load.
  5. Breaks and Self-Care: Regularly schedule breaks and engage in self-care activities. Taking short breaks during work or study sessions can refresh your mind. Engage in activities that bring you joy and relaxation, whether it's reading a book, going for a walk, taking a bath, or pursuing a hobby. Prioritizing self-care is crucial for maintaining your mental and emotional well-being.
Remember that overcoming overwhelm is a process, and it may take time to implement these strategies effectively. It's essential to be patient with yourself and adjust your approach as needed. Seeking professional help from a therapist or counselor can also be beneficial if overwhelming feelings persist or significantly impact your daily life.

The Bible provides guidance and comfort for those who are feeling overwhelmed. While it doesn't use the word "overwhelmed" explicitly, it addresses the emotions and challenges associated with such feelings. Here are a few relevant Bible verses:

  1. Psalm 61:2 (NIV): "From the ends of the earth, I cry to you for help when my heart is overwhelmed. Lead me to the towering rock of safety."
    This verse emphasizes turning to God in times of distress and seeking refuge in Him when feeling overwhelmed.
  2. Matthew 11:28-30 (NIV): "Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy and my burden is light."
    These words of Jesus encourage those who are burdened and overwhelmed to come to Him for rest and find solace in His teachings and grace.
  3. Isaiah 41:10 (NIV): "So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand."
    This verse reassures believers that God is with them in times of trouble and will provide the strength and support needed to overcome overwhelming circumstances.
  4. Philippians 4:6-7 (NIV): "Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus."
    These verses encourage believers to turn to prayer and trust in God's peace to guard their hearts and minds when faced with anxiety and overwhelm.
While the Bible offers spiritual and emotional guidance for those feeling overwhelmed, it's important to remember that seeking support from friends, family, or professionals is also valuable when dealing with these feelings in a practical and holistic manner.

Summing it all up, to get out of overwhelm consider the following key strategies:

  1. Prioritize and Organize: Create a clear and realistic to-do list, prioritize tasks, and break them into manageable steps. Use tools like calendars and task management apps to stay organized.
  2. Practice Mindfulness and Relaxation: Incorporate mindfulness, deep breathing exercises, meditation, or yoga into your routine to calm your mind and reduce stress.
  3. Set Boundaries: Learn to say no when necessary and establish clear boundaries in your personal and professional life to prevent overcommitting.
  4. Seek Support and Delegate: Reach out to friends, family, or colleagues for emotional support and practical assistance. Don't hesitate to delegate tasks when possible.
  5. Take Breaks and Practice Self-Care: Schedule regular breaks, engage in self-care activities, and prioritize activities that bring you joy and relaxation.
  6. Turn to Faith and Spirituality: If you have faith, seek solace and guidance through prayer, meditation, or studying sacred texts. Trust in a higher power or purpose to find strength.
  7. Professional Help: If feelings of overwhelm persist or significantly impact your life, consider seeking professional help from a therapist or counselor.
  8. Reflect and Adjust: Periodically assess your strategies for overcoming overwhelm and make adjustments as needed. Be patient with yourself as you work toward balance and well-being.
Remember that overcoming overwhelm is a gradual process, and it's essential to find the combination of strategies that works best for you. Additionally, seeking support from loved ones and professionals can provide valuable assistance on your journey to managing overwhelm effectively.

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You know when you feel you're emotionally strong but you keep struggling with your weight and lifestyle habits? And, you really want to get out of this rut, move forward, and make positive changes in your life. Your deepest desire is to cut loose from emotions that keep you stuck and get moving and doing in a life you love.


Hey, lovely, whether you're struggling with weight, finances, exes, or everyday events, I can help you find your genius talent and have the confidence to get moving again.   We can do this together.


I  help women who are unhappy juggling life and family get back on track in one hour a week with my proven plan of success of using essential oils.

You don’t have to wait……………you can have it all.



My Story:



I've been through many life-changing moves in my life.  It started with getting a divorce more than a couple of decades ago which changed the whole path to my future.  I left my marriage and got divorced when I was twenty-eight years old with two small children.



I didn't have a job, I was a stay-at-home mum. I hadn't been employed in the workplace for nearly five years and the small allowance given by Social Services was not even close to being able to support me or my kids. In fact, I was pretty broke!



The only other income I had was literally singing for my supper. I was a well-known Singer/Actress in a very popular group at the time and if not for a couple of jobs I managed to get every week singing, I'm not sure how we would have survived.



But, instead of getting bogged down wondering how I was going to support myself and my kids, I used my genius talent and left that divorce behind me. It turned out my divorce made me incredibly strong and independent again.  I got moving and doing on to the life I always wanted to create.



I kicked my ex out and started my new life!



I started my new life feeling free even though finances were a bit of a struggle.  But, because I  believed I could make it all work, it did.  Money was not as much as I would have liked, but it was there when I needed it and I was happy. I missed a meal or two, or three or four, but the kids were fed and I needed to lose a few pounds anyway!



After that came lots of changes.  I attracted my soul mate, got married, and became pregnant almost immediately.  When I was seven months along, my amazing hubby left his cushy Public Service job and started a business.  Never regretted it!



A new path began again!



Suddenly, we were generating our own income which should have been a little scary, but once again I always believed we would succeed, and guess what?  We did!



The business was booming and all was well when our worst nightmare came true.  Our business manager spent every penny of the company's money and left the country.  We were back to square one with a huge debt, and now four kids.



Well, with income being very scarce, I decided I needed to earn some income.  I'd only worked as a professional entertainer for years and had let that lapse a bit having had two extra children in the first two years we were married.  I had to work around them, and leave room for amazing hubby to start again as well.



You won't believe my next move!



I decided to become an Avon Lady. You know, ding dong, door to door, selling out of that little book that came out every three weeks! I think my hubby rolled on the floor laughing, but not for long. You see, I believed I would succeed and succeed I did.  I put my genius talent to work again, and in three months I was one of the top three sales representatives in the State.



Within six months, I was asked to be a Stand-In Manager and manage an Avon District for a Manager on leave.  About twelve months into my little adventure, I was hired by Corporate Avon in Australia as a Manager with my own District,  salary, expense account, and my own car.  I wasn't bringing home two bob anymore, I was a contributor to the family income.



That was the good part. The hard part was my new District was #Thirty out of Thirty-three in the state.  I had my work cut out for me. Well, I'm here to tell you that in six months my District was #Three and nobody was laughing anymore!



My hubby built another Consulting business while I worked at Avon and we were once again back to being abundant in all areas of our life.  The Law of Attraction and Deliberate Creation in action!  We didn't even know these Laws of the Universe were at work in our lives, we just believed in our genius talent!



The surprise move that came next!



Over the next few years, we were financially stable again and I resigned from what had become a grueling time-sucking job at Avon and moved back into the entertainment industry.  During this time amazing brilliant hubby had come up with the idea to write one of the first Anti-Virus programs for computers in the world.



Well, life got pretty sweet, and we were rolling along on the golf course in Brisbane most days when he asked me about a big surprise move!  How did I feel about moving to America?  I never hesitated.  Woo Hoo! I was totally in. 



We began to pack up what we could take with us, our clothes, furniture, my piano and called the movers.  We rented the house, said good-bye and hubby, myself and four kids with half a suitcase each, boarded a plane one Saturday morning in January to start our new adventure.



Everyone thought we were crazy but I knew this was one of the most amazing kick-butt moves I'd ever made in my life.



Then reality set in and I found another new path!



When I actually moved countries, I had become very successful as both a songwriter and performer in my hometown. It never occurred to me that I would not continue my professional music and acting career, but the struggle to re-establish myself was real and after few years I realized that I had to change paths yet again.



I took a year to just find myself and then a whisper came to my ear about adopting a child that needed a home from foster care.  It moved very quickly from a thought to an actuality.  Within a couple of days, we were in a ten-week course for foster/adoptive parents.  We found pure potential when we had no clue that the ability or desire to do this lay deep inside of us. This became one of the most rewarding and fulfilling journeys in my life.



At the end of that ten weeks, I got a phone call and our new family began.  Twin boys, twenty-months old came for the weekend and stayed forever.  They were the first of about fifty foster children and the beginning of adopting eight children, which includes three sets of twins!



I loved my journey of being a foster/adoptive parent, but our house got full to overflowing, and even though most of our children are grown now, I am still an advocate and resource for Foster/Adoptive Parents.



How I decided to become a multi certified Life/Health Coach.



Many of our new children had been born drug and alcohol addicted, so I dealt with many different physical and mental issues that emerged in them as they began to grow up. I spent hours with our children in therapies of all kinds.



While dealing with Physical, Occupational, Speech Therapy, and a few psychiatrists along the way, I learned coping skills for managing different disabilities, and mental illnesses.  I also learned how to have a good relationship with birth families in difficult circumstances.



I also had an older family who was going through teenage years and found myself the local mom and counselor. Many a teenager came into our home crying and left feeling better about themselves and their situation. Although I was technically being a Life Coach to those kids, I didn't officially gain my certifications until much later



In the last couple of decades, I've been constantly changing the path of my life and being successful at doing so. I've also realized that change for some is not easy and making a major move in life can leave you overwhelmed, and exhausted, unable to deal with the feelings around it.



I've also worked with foster and adoptive parents for the last twenty years, who also have to move on when a child is moved to a different placement, and their feelings are very similar to the emotions surrounding any life change.



As well, I've since been touched by divorce in my older adult children's lives.  The biggest stumbling block they've had is moving on to their new life after divorce.



As I 've been there supporting them through their pain, I realized that I wanted to help others find their genius talent to get doing and moving and get their emotional energy flowing again. Through coaching, especially Seven + Seven Essentials, I love seeing them find their new life of joy and happiness.  I love working as a coach alongside essential oils, as the breakthroughs come so much faster when the power of oils is added.  

As a certified Aroma Freedom Technique Practioner, I have not only found the power of healing the mind with oils, but also healing the body.  

I'm a certified Life Coach in Causal Coaching, Law Of Attraction, Money, Health, and Essential Oils. I find that most women who have left marriage not only have emotions surrounding it but quite often now battle with their health and their finances. I triumphed over all of these issues, I moved on and never looked back. I can help you.



Where I am today.



Today, I am a confident mother of twelve children, a partner to an amazing man, and stepping out into everything the Universe and God have for me.  I value myself as a businesswoman, a wife, a mother, and no longer fear a change in direction.  I embrace all parts of me, creative, physical, mental, spiritual, and nourish each part of myself, with self-coaching, nutrition, and the power of essential oils.



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