Feeling overwhelmed at work can sneak up fast — overflowing inboxes, nonstop meetings, endless to-do lists, and the pressure to keep everything moving at once. In this episode of The Motivational Poops Podcast, Number 2 breaks down why overwhelm happens, why it’s not a personal failure, and what you can actually do when work stress starts taking over your brain.

We explore the psychology behind overwhelm, including how too many competing tasks overload your working memory and tank your focus, motivation, and decision-making. More importantly, this episode gives you practical, realistic strategies to reduce mental load and regain control — even on your busiest days. You’ll learn how to get tasks out of your head, choose one true priority, break overwhelming projects into manageable steps, let go of perfectionism, and use short resets to calm your nervous system without falling behind.

If you’re searching for ways to manage work stress, stay productive without burning out, and stop feeling constantly behind at work, this episode is for you. Press play, take a breath, and let’s turn overwhelm into clarity — one step (and one bathroom break) at a time.

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Until next time, this is Number 2 here to help you be Number 1 — stay focused, make sure to wipe well, and don’t forget to wash your hands. You've got this!