Ep 91: Why Overwhelm Is Gold. The surprising upside of being stretched (and how to use it to level up).
Season 3 · Ep 91
About this episode
Today’s episode is a big one — because as someone whose job is to help people perform better (in work, life, and everything in between), I’ve noticed something lately… almost everyone is feeling it.
Yep — the O word.
Overwhelm.
With only six and a half weeks left in the year, it’s that messy, magical time when we’re trying to finish the year strong while also holding it all together. Deadlines, catch-ups, inboxes, social plans — it’s a perfect storm.
But here’s the twist: overwhelm isn’t bad. In fact, it’s gold.
In this episode, I’m unpacking why feeling stretched can actually be one of the best things that happens to you — and how to turn that chaos into clarity.
Inside this episode, we dive into:
What overwhelm actually is (and why it’s not a sign of weakness
The three most common ways people react when they’re overwhelmed — and what yours might be
Five powerful reasons overwhelm is a gift if you learn to see it differently
A practical 5-step tool (P.A.U.S.E.) you can use every single time overwhelm hits
How to reset, refocus, and come out the other side calmer, clearer, and more in control
Whether you’re a leader trying to hold it all together or a human who’s just… tired — this one will help you breathe again.
And if your team is feeling this too, my ‘Chaos to Calm’ workshop might be exactly what they need heading into 2026. You can reach me at info@candiceharvey.com or DM me on social media to chat about how it can help.
Because overwhelm isn’t the enemy. It’s a message.
And when you know how to read it — it becomes gold.
Links mentioned
Book VIP list: Join the early list for my book, The Shake Up.
Chaos to Calm workshop: This could be exactly what your team needs heading into 2026.
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