Episode 29: Brain on Overload: Why You Can’t Focus (and How to Fix it)

 
Podcast cover with photo of Jacquie Surgenor Gaglione and title: Episode 29 - Brain on Overload: Why You Can’t Focus (and How to Fix it)

Episode 29

Brain on Overload: Why You Can’t Focus (and How to Fix it)

Episode Summary

Feeling overwhelmed and struggling to focus? Your brain might be in overload mode, making it hard to prioritize, start tasks, or stay motivated. In this episode, we’ll break down why overwhelm happens and share simple, science-backed strategies to get unstuck and take action.

Key Points:

  • Overwhelm overloads your brain, making it hard to focus. Too many tasks or decisions drain mental energy, triggering procrastination or paralysis. Understanding why this happens can help you break the cycle.

  • Small steps create momentum. When a task feels too big, your brain resists starting. Breaking tasks into tiny, manageable steps and using strategies like timers or "just five minutes" tricks can help you get going.

  • Prioritization is your best tool. Getting everything out of your head, organizing tasks, and using simple methods like the Eisenhower Matrix can help you focus on what actually matters—without the stress.

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About Jacquie:

Jacquie is the founder of Leadership and Life by Kayric Inc, where she blends the best of teaching, leadership, and the occasional The West Wing reference to help non-profits and small business build strong leaders and healthy teams. Utilizing DISC and The Five Behaviours of a Cohesive team, combined with teaching knowledge and experience, Jacquie strives to empower leaders with the skills no one taught them and to create teams who want to work together.

Formerly a junior high teacher (who loves teenagers), Jacquie brings a decade of classroom wisdom, ten years corporate training experience, a growth mindset, and a sprinkle of mild rebellion to her dynamic approach.

In her free time, Jacquie channels her passion for community improvement by volunteering with school councils, serving on non-profit boards, and generally finding ways to make her corner of the world a better place. You can also find her on the side of a soccer pitch, at Remedy Café or in her scrapbook room.

Contact Jacquie

 
Jacquie Surgenor Gaglione

A teacher at heart, Jacquie wants to rid the world of ineffective leaders and weak teams. She believes in the power of non-profits and small businesses to change the world.

https://www.leadershipandlife.ca
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