November/December, 2024  

The Career Impact of Mental Overload

Kay Fittes, December, 2024

No, you don’t have a migraine, not having a stroke, no aneurysm, thank goodness!  Yet, you do have a serious problem.  It’s the women’s dilemma of mental overload.  The mental burden for working women that includes juggling children and households.  We are not talking about the actual physical labor of taking care of children, shopping, cleaning, etc.  That physical work is visible and exhausting.  However, the invisible mental overload can be even more destructive.

[Read More]

Kay’s Consulting Corner

Each month in this section, Kay offers actionable career consulting tips.

The Stay in the Moment Solution

Getting out of mental overload is no easy trick.  This is such an ingrained habit for many women that the process of change can be daunting.  Here are three steps to get you started.

1. Track:  My clients often hear me say, “What gets tracked gives back.”  This means awareness is your impact tool.  For the next three workdays, note every time you think about the personal but cannot do anything about it.  Keep the notations as short as possible.
   
   
2. Analyze:  Later, review the log and see what patterns emerge.  Are your thoughts mostly about tasks to be done in your personal life?  Do they center around worries?  Are they panicky feelings of overwhelm or inability to fulfill your responsibilities?  With this knowledge you will have a better understanding of the issues to be addressed.
   
   
3. Capture and Defer:  Now that you have some insights, it’s time to put this process into action daily.  When personal thoughts jump into your head at work, write down what needs to be done.  This allows you to let it go for now and refocus on work immediately.  When appropriate, assign a date and time to the task.  If you do not capture, you may worry that you will forget to do the task.  This worry only serves to cause you to obsess about it.  Tasks can be easily, worries on the other hand, need a different approach.  In about a week or two you should see the benefit of this process; I have seen this process work with many clients, and I use it daily!
   

Are you concerned that you can’t pull this off without help?  Some individuals can manage this alone, and others need some assistance.  If you need guidance, let’s talk about it.  We can do a complimentary 45-minute telephone consultation and discuss your situation.  Email kay@highheeledsuccess.com or call (513) 561-4288 to schedule a time to talk.

Testimonial – Doris Gibbons

I have had the privilege of working alongside Kay Fittes from High-Heeled Success multiple times, and she never fails to exceed expectations!  I even invited her to speak to my Insurance Professionals of Greater Cincinnati group, and as always, she did a fabulous job.  Kay’s ability to connect with her audience, share impactful insights, and empower professionals is truly unmatched.  Her presentations are engaging, thought-provoking, and leave attendees feeling motivated and equipped with practical tools for success.  I highly recommend Kay for any group looking to inspire their members and elevate their confidence and professionalism. She’s an absolute gem!

Doris Gibbons

Doris Gibbons Insurance Agency of American Family Harrison, OH
(513) 202-9922
“Your Dream Protector”
Amfam.com/agents/ohio/Harrison/doris-gibbons
Linkedin.com/in/dorisgibbons
Facebook.com/DorisGibbonsAgency

High-Heeled Success^® supports Dress for Success through donations of clothing, time and money.  We offer complimentary seats at every workshop for women participating in the Dress for Success program.

Share This Newsletter With Others:

Please take a moment and share this with your friends and colleagues who you think might benefit.

Find Us Here:

Like us on Facebook

Follow us on X (Twitter)

Watch us on YouTube

Connect with us on LinkedIn

Contact Info:

Website:  https://www.highheeledsuccess.com

Email:  kay@highheeledsuccess.com

Phone:  (513) 561-4288

©Copyright 2024.  Kay Fittes.  All Rights Reserved.