Why You Feel Overwhelmed (And How to Stop Carrying What Isn’t Yours)

Are you feeling overwhelmed, overcommitted, and responsible for everything and everyone?Inspired by the work of coach Kari Hurd, this episode introduces the concept of your personal infrastructure—the invisible patterns and habits that shape how you take on responsibilities, manage your time, and show up in your life and business.If you’ve ever looked at your calendar and wondered how it got so full… or felt exhausted from constantly being the one who “holds it all together,” this conversation will help you pause, reflect, and take your first step toward change. Why overwhelm isn’t just about doing too much  How hidden patterns lead to overcommitment and burnout  What “calendar colonization” is and how it shows up in your life  How to identify what is truly yours to carry—and what is not This episode is not about doing more. It’s about becoming more aware—so you can start living with intention, clarity, and confidence.Your Brave Move:The next time you feel overwhelmed, pause and ask: “Is this actually mine to carry?”Connect with Kari HurdThis episode is inspired by the work of Kari Hurd. If this resonated with you, we encourage you to connect with her and explore her work further.If you loved this episode, text me and let me know what you though. Support the showJoin the CommunityBrave Moves is a daily confidence and personal growth podcast for ambitious women, women entrepreneurs, and leaders who are ready to overcome self-doubt, build resilience, and take bold action in business and life. Each short, practical episode blends mindset science, decision-making psychology, and real-life stories to help you strengthen your confidence, rewire negative thought patterns, and create meaningful forward momentum.If you are navigating career pivots, burnout, reinvention, or leadership growth, Brave Moves gives you the tools to think differently, act bravely, and design a future aligned with your values and vision. Because confidence isn’t something you’re born with. It’s something you build, one brave move at a time.Liked this episode? Share it with your midlife woman, entrepreneur friends!Love this show? Let us know how we helped you increase your confidence by leaving a review.For more about me and what I do, check out my website.If you’re looking for support to grow your business faster, be positioned as an authority in your industry, and impact the masses, schedule a call to explore if you’d be a good fit for one of my coaching programs.Fo...