Overwhelmed Working Woman: Boost Productivity, Master Time Management, Overcome Overwhelm & Stop People Pleasing

Ever felt overwhelmed by your career and wondered if there was another way? Our guest today, John Auble, is living proof that it's possible. Once an engineer drowned in the corporate hustle, John took a leap of faith, left his demanding career and carved out his own entrepreneurial path.  John didn't simply swap a corporate job for his own business - he completely redesigned his life and...

Ever found yourself buried under a mountain of responsibility simply because you're highly capable? Being capable is great, and in so many ways it serves us well. But when we want/need to always be the problem solver,  it can lead to overwhelm, stress, and resentment. Together, we'll explore how you can still be the powerful, capable woman you are, without succumbing to the pitfalls of d...

A big source of suffering in our lives is the gap between our expectations of a situation or a person and the reality of the situation or person - and the bigger the gap, the more the suffering. The good news is that there is a way to protect yourself from some of that suffering before you even get into the situation or encounter the person. The key: setting realistic expectations. Join me as we l...

Routines get a bad rap because they're associated with boredom, but if you use them effectively, the results are anything but boring. I've got some great easy-to-implement routine ideas in this episode that just might transform your life. Some routines (like my Fresh Start Morning Routine) help you be more intentional and present. Other routines (like planning meals) can free up your bra...

My guest today is my friend and former client Tara Perman. When we started coaching, Tara was feeling uninspired with her successful career of 23 years. She was the primary parent in her household and COVID had taken its toll - she was frustrated with trying to manage everything. She knew she wanted to change careers, but was afraid to take the plunge. The first thing we worked on was the idea tha...

Let's talk about our feelings! If that makes you want to run away, I get it. I used to not want to talk about my feelings either. But not feeling our feelings cuts us off from information about our lives, makes it hard to connect with others, and ultimately robs us of joy. In this episode we'll talk about why we should feel our feelings, and how to do that if it doesn't come natural...

Do you ever find yourself wishing you could change someone close to you?  Join the club! We're all getting matching shirts. 😄 But seriously - we all have people in our lives who would be so much easier to deal with if we could just tweak a few things about them. In this episode, I'm sharing how I shifted my own perspective on this and giving you steps for thinking through your situation...

Do you ever feel like you're drowning in work and neglecting your own well-being? Our guest (and former coaching client!) Jennifer Heal, a social media and digital marketing consultant, has been through it too. We had an amazing conversation with Jennifer, who, through coaching, learned how to overcome overwhelm, find balance, and prioritize self-care. Listen in as she discusses her transform...

When Jill Devine from the Two Kids and a Career podcast reached out to have me as a guest, I immediately said yes. In this episode, we explore the challenges of overcoming people-pleasing tendencies and empathetic overload, as well as the importance of taking responsibility for our thoughts and actions. From the difficulty of saying no to the potential positive outcomes from setting boundaries, we...

Overwhelm is kind of like having a cavity. There's something you can do about it after you get one - go to the dentist and have it filled. But there are also things you can do to prevent every getting a cavity at all. It's the same with overwhelm - there are things you can do after it happens, and there are also ways to (mostly) overwhelm-proof your life in advance. In today's episo...

Want to double your vacation enjoyment this year? This episode is all about boosting your holiday happiness!  Join me as we discuss how to adjust your expectations, be more present during your vacation, and have a smoother transition back to the real world. Tune in and get ready to have your best vacation yet! Wondering why you're overwhelmed? Take my " why am I overwhelmed " quiz t...

Do you feel overwhelmed by the end of the day because you've made hundreds of small decisions?  Creating a "to don't" list is a simple way to drastically reduce the number of decisions you make, because you have a guide that tells you exactly what you always say "no" to.  In this episode, you'll learn how to:  Understand exactly what overwhelm is and what causes...

010 - Before coaching, Kari's life was "just fine".  She was recently divorced and learning to be the sole breadwinner and single mom. She worried about money, which impacted every decision she made. Thankfully, Kari decided "just fine" wasn't enough for her. She wanted to have "an amazing second half of life". Kari learned to balance structure with creativi...

“Just stop caring what other people think!”  We’ve all heard that one. It’s a lot easier said than done, and that's why I'm here to help. I'll explain why we care so much about others' opinions and provide practical strategies to evaluate and overcome this tendency. Do you often catch yourself worrying about what others think of you? Whether it's in social settings or at w...

008 - If your home is cluttered, chances are your mind is, too. In today’s episode, I will teach you the simple steps for decluttering any space. Decluttering your entire house may sound very overwhelming, so I recommend that you start with a small space, like a sock drawer, and spend 30 minutes or less.  I’ll also cover the reasons why you shouldn’t keep clothes that don’t fit you, or hold on to...

007 This week we have a guest on the podcast. I invited my friend and client Lauren Rapaport because she is a shining example of how you can take your life from stuck, overwhelmed and miserable to “the world is my oyster and I can have and create anything I want.”  In this episode, Lauren will tell you exactly how and what she did to create her new, happy life.  Sneak preview: she quit the job she...

 Do you find yourself constantly overwhelmed because you can't say "no" to new commitments?  It's normal to have the urge to say "yes" when someone asks for your time. However, when you consistently say yes when you actually want to say no, you end up with a jam packed schedule and sinking feeling of overwhelm. This episode addresses the challenge of saying "no&q...

005 - In this episode, I’ll walk you through how your stress is created by your thinking. But, before you get frustrated about that - there’s good news! You can change the way you think, and create a feeling of calm instead.  Wondering why you're overwhelmed? Take my " why am I overwhelmed " quiz to find out the source of your overwhelm, and what to do about it.  Send Me a Message -...

004 - Today we’re talking about boundaries. Having clear, solid boundaries is one of the best ways to prevent feeling stressed and overwhelmed.  Creating and setting a boundary is easier than you think. I will walk you through three simple steps for creating a boundary. I'll also guide you through the uncomfortable part - the part where you worry about what other people think and if they&apos...

001 - Life Coach Michelle Gauthier introduces herself and her new podcast, The Overwhelmed Working Woman.  In this first episode, I’ll teach you the very first step to stop feeling overwhelmed, which is to get friendly with it. Instead of wishing overwhelm would go away or trying to ignore it, I'll teach you how to get curious about it. When you understand your overwhelm and stress, you can l...

002 - This episode is all about what’s in your control - and what’s not! When you’re feeling stressed and overwhelmed, taking the time to determine what you can control not only makes you feel better, but also gives you a “to do” list and a “to don’t” list.  Your own thoughts, feelings and actions are always in your control. What other people think about you or what they do is always out of your c...

Are you tired of constantly saying yes to please others, only to feel overwhelmed and drained?  As women, the pressure to please others can leave us feeling stressed and burnt out. But what if there was a way to reclaim your time and energy by prioritizing your own needs? Discover how people-pleasing impacts your life and learn practical steps to overcome this habit so that you can stop feeling ov...

Welcome to the Overwhelmed Working Woman podcast with me, Michelle Gauthier. I’m a Life Coach, a single mom of 2, and a former overwhelmed working woman myself.  Podcasts were my lifeline during some of my toughest times. They gave me inspiration, insights, and tools that helped me to stay calm and focused even when everything around me felt like it was falling apart. That's why I created Ove...