🌻 3 Steps to Overcome Stress & Burnout

It’s so easy for us to pretend like everything is okay. But what should you do when you really don’t feel okay?

What do you do when you feel completely overwhelmed by all the pressures of daily life? Whether you’re a mom, caretaker, business owner, or just a grown adult trying to keep it all together. Sometimes, just being human feels like enough to burn you up inside and out.

I like to say the phrase, “this one really burns my biscuits.” Well… this season has been one of those moments where everyone is trying to find out how to overcome stress and burnout.

Over the past few months, with the state of the world and the economy, it’s been so easy to feel emotionally drained and burnt out.

But what do we do when that heaviness hits, but life doesn’t stop? When you still have responsibilities, bills, clients, and little humans calling your name?

That’s why I’m writing this so you know that I’m human too, and I want to help you create a plan to rise from that burnt-out space and step back into your bouncy, joyful, happy self that shines again.

Let’s get into it. 💫

Step 1: Identify the Burnout

First, let’s figure out what that burnt-out feeling really is.

Is it financial stress? Is it emotional? Physical? Relational?

Maybe you’re grieving the end of something like a relationship, a version of yourself, or even that pair of jeans that no longer fits. Maybe you’re exhausted because you’re doing everything for your kids while the other parent has checked out.

Whatever it is, let’s call it out. You can’t fix what you refuse to face!

Acknowledge it. Address it. Accept it. Then, we can change it!

Step 2: Write It Out (a.k.a. Your Sparkle Brain Dump)

One of my favorite ways to shift energy is through writing, or as some people call it, journaling.

Grab a physical pen and paper. (Yes, I said physical.) I know it’s tempting to use your phone or voice notes, but there’s something sacred about sitting still and writing your thoughts out by hand.

It slows you down.

Typing is fast, but writing gives your mind time to breathe. When we’re burnt out, it’s often because our brain is moving faster than our body can handle. It’s like having 19 tabs open on a computer! Everything is running, but nothing’s clear. So let’s clear it.

Set a timer for five minutes and brain dump. Write whatever comes to mind, even if it’s messy. Maybe it turns into a to-do list, a doodle of butterflies, or a Kelis “I Hate You So Much Right Now” moment.

Maybe it turns into a beautiful dream list of what you want your life to look like. Whatever comes out, let it flow.

When you’re done, look at what you wrote.

Ask yourself:

• Why am I so frustrated?

• What am I truly tired of?

• Do I have what I need right now?

• Am I safe, healthy, and cared for?

Even if you don’t feel your happiest self, acknowledge this truth:

You are here. You are safe. You are still standing.

And that’s something to be grateful for. 🌷

Step 3: Make a Plan (with God’s Guidance)

Now that you’ve identified what’s burning you out, let’s make a plan to move forward.

Remember in high school or college when you’d sit with your advisor to map out your next steps? Well sis, in adulthood, you are your own advisor now.

So sit down, take a deep breath, and meet with you. And if you’re like me, bring God into that meeting.

When I’m overwhelmed, I literally sit on the floor like I’m in timeout and talk to Him. Sometimes it’s with a notebook, sometimes it’s just my thoughts... sometimes it’s tears, but I always say: “God, I don’t know what to do next. Show me step one.”

And every single time, He does. Once you get clarity on step one, step two will reveal itself.

Plan with God, not apart from Him.

He is the ultimate advisor, the one who reminds you that you are not alone in this journey.

We may not get a graduation ceremony in adulthood, but every time we grow through something, we level up. That’s our version of graduation. 🎓✨

Step 4: Celebrate the Small Wins

When you’re feeling burnt out, it’s so easy to overlook progress. But every small win matters.

Last week, I sold one eBook. Just one. And baby, you couldn’t tell me I wasn’t on the New York Times Best Sellers list! 😂

Because that single sale meant I was moving forward, and doing what I’m called to do. So ask yourself: "What can I celebrate today?"

• Did you get the kids to school on time?

• Did you eat breakfast before noon?

• Did you stick to your goals?

• Did you not text that man? (That’s a win too, sis. 😉)

A win is a win, and I want you to celebrate yours like it’s a Super Bowl ring.

These small victories are what lead to the big ones.

💖 Final Thoughts

You already have everything inside of you to overcome burnout. All you need is a pause, a plan, and a little sparkle.

Acknowledge your burnout.

Write through your feelings.

Plan your next step with God.

And celebrate every single win.

You’ve got this and if you need a little extra sparkle, stick around. I’ve got plenty more where that came from. ✨

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