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

Michelle Gauthier | Inspired by Mel Robbins, Jen Sincero, Brene Brown, Glennon Doyle, Emily Ley, Shauna Niequist
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Imagine feeling calmer, more focused, and in control . . . even with a full plate. That’s what Overwhelmed Working Woman, a top 1.5% podcast, delivers for accomplished women every week.* Each episode offers simple, practical strategies to help you reduce overwhelm, improve productivity, and stop people pleasing. You’ll learn surprising time management hacks, how to do less without guilt, and why the path to calm begins with changing how you think. All of this comes with guidance from host and Life Coach Michelle Gauthier, who has 8+ years of experience coaching hundreds of women. * If you're ready to reclaim your energy, focus, and peace of mind, you’re in the right place. Start with listener favorite: “The Power of a To-Don’t List.”

  1. 2D AGO

    #230| How Grit Beats Talent for Lasting Success: Overwhelm, Productivity, Time Management & People Pleasing

    What if your success had far less to do with talent—and far more to do with one skill you can build starting today? That's the premise behind of one my favorite books: Grit, by Angela Duckworth. It’s easy to believe you’re either naturally good at something, or you’re not. When things feel hard, uncomfortable, or slow, you might assume it’s a sign to cut your losses and quit. But what if the real predictor of success isn’t talent, intelligence, or even motivation—but your ability to stay consistent and tolerate discomfort? This episode breaks down the powerful concept of grit and how it directly impacts your productivity, confidence, and long-term success. By listening, you will: A clear understanding of what grit actually is—and why effort counts twice as much as talentA practical framework for applying steady, sustainable effort without burning yourself outA powerful mindset shift that helps you build confidence, stop people pleasing, and stick with hard goals Press play to learn how building grit can help you achieve your biggest goals with more calm, clarity, and confidence. Our sponsor today is Inspire Wellness, click here to subscribe to the best seller bundle at 15% off.  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 - Have a question, comment, or just want to say hi? Message me here, I'd love to chat! Work With Me - Interested in working with me 1-on-1, taking a class, or joining one of my coaching groups? Message me here to get the scoop. Want More? - If you love the content of this podcast, you'll love our Simple Sunday newsletter too. When you sign up, you’ll receive a simple dose of inspiration, practical tips, and a little fun—designed to help you start your week with simplicity and intention. Sign up here Life can be overwhelming, but on this podcast, you'll discover practical strategies to overcome overwhelm, imposter syndrome, and negative self-talk, manage time effectively, set boundaries, and stay productive in high-stress jobs—all while learning how to say no and prioritize self-care on the Overwhelmed Worki...

    10 min

  2. 5D AGO

    #229| Working Harder Is Killing Your Productivity (And What To Do Instead): Overwhelm, Productivity, Time Management & People Pleasing

    What if the reason you’re still overwhelmed isn’t your workload—but the belief that working harder will fix it? If you’re an overwhelmed working woman who responds to stress by doubling down and pushing through, this episode will feel uncomfortably familiar. When your nervous system is fried, your brain literally functions worse—leading to slower processing, decision fatigue, procrastination, and shame spirals. The problem isn’t your time management skills. It’s your energy regulation. And the solution might challenge everything you were taught about rest and productivity. In this episode, you’ll learn: Why pushing through exhaustion actually lowers your productivity and makes simple tasks take longerHow to use preventative rest as a strategic, guilt-free productivity toolThe two sneaky mental habits that waste more time than Netflix ever couldIf you’re ready to stop spinning your wheels and start getting more done by doing less, press play and discover how managing your energy can completely change your productivity. Featured on the podcast Hack your mornings with Inspired Wellness - get 15% off when you subscribe to their Creatine + Collagen bestseller bundle! 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 - Have a question, comment, or just want to say hi? Message me here, I'd love to chat! Work With Me - Interested in working with me 1-on-1, taking a class, or joining one of my coaching groups? Message me here to get the scoop. Want More? - If you love the content of this podcast, you'll love our Simple Sunday newsletter too. When you sign up, you’ll receive a simple dose of inspiration, practical tips, and a little fun—designed to help you start your week with simplicity and intention. Sign up here Life can be overwhelming, but on this podcast, you'll discover practical strategies to overcome overwhelm, imposter syndrome, and negative self-talk, manage time effectively, set boundaries, and stay productive in high-stress jobs—all while learning how to say no and prioritize self-care on the Overwhelmed Worki...

    10 min

  3. FEB 26

    #228| How Being Yourself Can Make You More Productive and Less Overwhelmed: Overwhelm, Productivity, Time Management & People Pleasing

    Are you trying to be more productive by following advice that doesn’t actually fit who you are?  If you’re a working woman who feels constantly overwhelmed, distracted, or behind, the problem might not be your discipline — it might be that you’re planning your days around what works for someone else. Productivity culture pushes rigid schedules, early mornings, and hyper-detailed plans, but those approaches can actually increase stress when they don’t match your personality, energy, or focus style. In this episode, you will: Discover the three powerful questions that reveal your unique productivity styleLearn how to plan around your natural energy instead of forcing yourself into someone else’s routineCreate a flexible structure that reduces overwhelm and helps you feel calm and focusedPress play now to learn how to work with your brain — not against it — so you can feel calmer and more productive starting this week. 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 - Have a question, comment, or just want to say hi? Message me here, I'd love to chat! Work With Me - Interested in working with me 1-on-1, taking a class, or joining one of my coaching groups? Message me here to get the scoop. Want More? - If you love the content of this podcast, you'll love our Simple Sunday newsletter too. When you sign up, you’ll receive a simple dose of inspiration, practical tips, and a little fun—designed to help you start your week with simplicity and intention. Sign up here Life can be overwhelming, but on this podcast, you'll discover practical strategies to overcome overwhelm, imposter syndrome, and negative self-talk, manage time effectively, set boundaries, and stay productive in high-stress jobs—all while learning how to say no and prioritize self-care on the Overwhelmed Worki...

    11 min

  4. FEB 23

    #227| How Positive Psychology Can Help Women Thrive in High-Pressure Careers: Overwhelm, Productivity, Time Management & People Pleasing

    Are you surviving your life… or actually thriving in it? If you’ve ever dreaded Monday morning, questioned your career path, or felt like you “should” want the next promotion but don’t, you’re not alone. My guest this week, engineer and positive psychology expert Karli Auble knows that high-achieving professionals—especially women in demanding industries—often push through burnout, ignore their instincts, and settle for “fine.”  This episode explores how positive psychology can help you realign your thoughts, habits, relationships, and environment so you can build a career (and life) you genuinely love. By listening, you will: Learn a simple 5-part framework you can apply immediately to any challenge—career, parenting, or personal growthDiscover science-backed mindset and habit shifts that reduce burnout and increase fulfillmentGain practical tools to align your daily work with your deeper values without sacrificing successPress play to learn how to move from survival mode to thriving—using practical, science-backed shifts you can start today. Featured on the podcast Get 20% off at cozyearth.com using code OWW and live your best, coziest life! Learn more about Karli at lifenlabor.com. Connect with Karli on Instagram! 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 - Have a question, comment, or just want to say hi? Message me here, I'd love to chat! Work With Me - Interested in working with me 1-on-1, taking a class, or joining one of my coaching groups? Message me here to get the scoop. Want More? - If you love the content of this podcast, you'll love our Simple Sunday newsletter too. When you sign up, you’ll receive a simple dose of inspiration, practical tips, and a little fun—designed to help you start your week with simplicity and intention. Sign up here Life can be overwhelming, but on this podcast, you'll discover practical strategies to overcome overwhelm, imposter syndrome, and negative self-talk, manage time effectively, set boundaries, and stay productive in high-stress jobs—all while learning how to say no and prioritize self-care on the Overwhelmed Worki...

    34 min

  5. FEB 19

    #226| Reduce Overwhelm and Build Productivity by Honoring Your Natural Tendencies: Overwhelm, Productivity, Time Management & People Pleasing

    Why do some women stick to habits effortlessly while others feel like they’re constantly failing—no matter how hard they try? If you’ve ever labeled yourself as lazy, undisciplined, or bad at time management, this episode may completely shift your perspective. In The Four Tendencies, author Gretchen Rubin explains that productivity and habit-building aren’t about trying harder—they’re about understanding how you naturally respond to expectations. When you work against your personality, you create overwhelm. When you work with it, everything feels lighter and more sustainable. After listening, you will Understand the four personality tendencies and identify which one you areLearn why you respond differently to inner vs. outer expectationsDiscover practical strategies to build habits and reduce overwhelm based on your natural wiringPress play now to discover how aligning your habits with your personality can instantly reduce frustration and make productivity feel easier. Featured on the podcast Get 20% off the most amazing cuddle blanket at cozyearth.com - use code OWW! Take the Four Tendencies Quiz Get a copy of The Four Tendencies by Gretchen Rubin 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 - Have a question, comment, or just want to say hi? Message me here, I'd love to chat! Work With Me - Interested in working with me 1-on-1, taking a class, or joining one of my coaching groups? Message me here to get the scoop. Want More? - If you love the content of this podcast, you'll love our Simple Sunday newsletter too. When you sign up, you’ll receive a simple dose of inspiration, practical tips, and a little fun—designed to help you start your week with simplicity and intention. Sign up here Life can be overwhelming, but on this podcast, you'll discover practical strategies to overcome overwhelm, imposter syndrome, and negative self-talk, manage time effectively, set boundaries, and stay productive in high-stress jobs—all while learning how to say no and prioritize self-care on the Overwhelmed Worki...

    10 min

  6. FEB 16

    #225| A Simple Tool to Help You Do Less and Ditch the Overwhelm—Without Guilt: Overwhelm, Productivity, Time Management & People Pleasing

    What if your overwhelm isn’t a time management or motivation problem… but a volume problem? If you constantly feel behind, stretched thin, and responsible for everything, you’re not alone. So many working women believe they should be able to do it all — but that belief is exactly what keeps you overwhelmed. This episode breaks down a simple, practical framework to immediately reduce the number of things on your plate without sacrificing what matters most. In this episode, you’ll learn: A powerful 3-step method to eliminate unnecessary tasks and reclaim your timeHow to outsource or trade responsibilities without guiltSimple ways to make unavoidable tasks easier, faster, and more enjoyablePress play now to learn how to bag it, barter it, and better it — and start doing less by the end of today. 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 - Have a question, comment, or just want to say hi? Message me here, I'd love to chat! Work With Me - Interested in working with me 1-on-1, taking a class, or joining one of my coaching groups? Message me here to get the scoop. Want More? - If you love the content of this podcast, you'll love our Simple Sunday newsletter too. When you sign up, you’ll receive a simple dose of inspiration, practical tips, and a little fun—designed to help you start your week with simplicity and intention. Sign up here Life can be overwhelming, but on this podcast, you'll discover practical strategies to overcome overwhelm, imposter syndrome, and negative self-talk, manage time effectively, set boundaries, and stay productive in high-stress jobs—all while learning how to say no and prioritize self-care on the Overwhelmed Worki...

    9 min

  7. FEB 12

    #224| Why Spiraling Wrecks Your Productivity (And How to Stop It): Overwhelm, Productivity, Time Management & People Pleasing

    Have you ever had one small email instantly spiral into a full-blown fear about losing your job, your home, and your entire future? If your brain tends to jump to worst-case scenarios—especially at work—this episode is for you. Spiraling doesn’t mean you’re bad at handling stress or that something is actually wrong; it means your nervous system is activated and craving safety. In this episode, you’ll learn how to recognize a spiral as it’s happening and stop it before it hijacks your focus, energy, and confidence. By listening to this episode, you’ll learn how to: Recognize a spiral early by noticing what’s happening in your body, not just your thoughtsUse simple, exact phrases to interrupt spiraling and calm your nervous system quicklyIdentify the fear underneath the spiral without letting it control your decisionsPress play to learn how to stop spiraling in the moment and regain calm, clarity, and control—without trying to “fix” everything at once. Featured on the podcast Get 20% off the best sheets ever at cozyearth.com - use code OWW! 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 - Have a question, comment, or just want to say hi? Message me here, I'd love to chat! Work With Me - Interested in working with me 1-on-1, taking a class, or joining one of my coaching groups? Message me here to get the scoop. Want More? - If you love the content of this podcast, you'll love our Simple Sunday newsletter too. When you sign up, you’ll receive a simple dose of inspiration, practical tips, and a little fun—designed to help you start your week with simplicity and intention. Sign up here Life can be overwhelming, but on this podcast, you'll discover practical strategies to overcome overwhelm, imposter syndrome, and negative self-talk, manage time effectively, set boundaries, and stay productive in high-stress jobs—all while learning how to say no and prioritize self-care on the Overwhelmed Worki...

    8 min

  8. FEB 9

    #223| How Being Unruly Makes You a Better Leader And Helps Beat Guilt & Overwhelm: Overwhelm, Productivity, Time Management & People Pleasing

    What if the rules you’ve been following—at work, in leadership, or even in parenting—are the very thing holding you back? If you’ve ever felt stuck, guilty, or unsure whether you’re allowed to want something different, this episode is for you. Lauren Wittenberg Weiner shares how she built—and sold—a $100M company in one of the most rule-bound industries imaginable by learning which rules to follow, which to question, and which to change. This conversation speaks directly to high-achieving women, leaders, and professionals who feel the tension between ambition, responsibility, and guilt. In this episode, you’ll learn: How to tell the difference between rules that protect you and rules that limit youWhy experiencing imposter syndrome can actually mean you’re on the right pathHow to use rational optimism to take bold risks without being recklessPress play to learn how to stop living by everyone else’s rules—and start making confident, strategic choices that actually work for your life and leadership. Featured on the podcast Unruly by Lauren Wittenberg Weiner Learn more about Lauren's work 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 - Have a question, comment, or just want to say hi? Message me here, I'd love to chat! Work With Me - Interested in working with me 1-on-1, taking a class, or joining one of my coaching groups? Message me here to get the scoop. Want More? - If you love the content of this podcast, you'll love our Simple Sunday newsletter too. When you sign up, you’ll receive a simple dose of inspiration, practical tips, and a little fun—designed to help you start your week with simplicity and intention. Sign up here Life can be overwhelming, but on this podcast, you'll discover practical strategies to overcome overwhelm, imposter syndrome, and negative self-talk, manage time effectively, set boundaries, and stay productive in high-stress jobs—all while learning how to say no and prioritize self-care on the Overwhelmed Worki...

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Imagine feeling calmer, more focused, and in control . . . even with a full plate. That’s what Overwhelmed Working Woman, a top 1.5% podcast, delivers for accomplished women every week.* Each episode offers simple, practical strategies to help you reduce overwhelm, improve productivity, and stop people pleasing. You’ll learn surprising time management hacks, how to do less without guilt, and why the path to calm begins with changing how you think. All of this comes with guidance from host and Life Coach Michelle Gauthier, who has 8+ years of experience coaching hundreds of women. * If you're ready to reclaim your energy, focus, and peace of mind, you’re in the right place. Start with listener favorite: “The Power of a To-Don’t List.”

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