3 Tips to Help Shift Out of Overwhelm

You’ve experienced it a time or two (or a hundred). So have I. Especially right now, in this uncertain period of time that makes no sense. That feeling of overwhelm trying to navigate the complexities of 2020 can so kindly provide is almost constant.

It can be a heaviness that shows up to un-motivate us, stress us out, or keep us up at night. It can come down to money, family, job, or if you’re like me, it’s the internal pressure to do, to achieve.

I STILL struggle with it. Often I struggle with relaxing when I know I could be working. I stress BIG TIME if I don’t hit a goal. I occasionally let fear, uncertainty, and doubt take over. But in the end, I don’t allow the overwhelm to control my thoughts or decisions. I use some of the tools i have learned over the last few years to help me mitigate that overwhelm.

In a social media world, it’s easy to look at other people and think they’ve got it all figured out. But I’m here to remind you that’s NOT the case. These struggles still exist on some level for most of us.

Sure, the struggle changes as you level up in life, but it’s always there. Anyone honest will tell you that.

So the next time you’re feeling that overwhelm, remember that you’re not alone. That it will pass. That you’ll find your feet.

Three of my favorite techniques for managing overwhelm are:

1 -EXERCISE – Go figure! Daily exercise and movement is a total game changer for shifting any negativity. Your body releases endorphins which are feel good hormones and you start to see things in a more positive light. You can sweat out any anger or frustration and come back feeling renewed.

2 – BREATHE – If you are short on time, a breath work session for even just 5 minutes, along with some stretching can also make some big shifts. Stand or sit with feet on the ground or in the grass and close your eyes. Take 10 deep breaths in through your nose and out your mouth. Count to 3-8 on the inhale and 8-10 on the exhale. Open and your eyes to a new world.

3 – GET OUTSIDE – and observe every detail with your 5 senses. See the beautiful trees, clouds, sky, sea, grass. Close your eyes and Listen to the wind rustling the leaves, the AC pumping, the birds chirping. Feel the wind and sun or rain on your skin. Smell the ocean or dirt and grass. Taste the salt on your skin or a n ice cold glass of fresh water with lemon, cucumber or mint in it- and be present to what is all around you.

Combine all 3 suggestions and the benefits multiply you out of overwhelm and into joy and creativity.

Try it and please take a moment to tell me what happened.

I’m here for support. Stop trying to do everything yourself for fear of asking for help, and keep moving forward.

If you are interested in learning more about Full Circle Coaching, call/text us at 786-586-6057 today or better yet, click this link: http://www.scheduleyou.in/5ZIsVaU to schedule your FREE Triathlon Breakthrough Session. This is a complimentary 30 minute session to ask me anything about triathlon, health and wellness or holistic lifestyle/ nutrition.

Erinne Guthrie is a USA Triathlon Level II Certified Coach since 1999 and Chief Motivating Officer at Full Circle Coaching, LLC since 2010. She has been training, racing and coaching triathletes since 1997.  She is also a CHEK Holistic Lifestyle Coach Level 3, USMS Master’s Swim Coach, Motivational Speaker, Metabolic Efficiency Specialist, Mom and much much more.

Everything is a Choice

We make hundreds of choices every day. And our choices either grow us or slowly take us down.

I don’t believe that there are any neutral choices in life, really. You always have 3 choices essentially.

You can choose to do the best thing for everyone involved which is the optimal choice.

You can choose the sub-optimal choice which is made from programming.

or, you can do nothing, which is still a choice.

All too often, over time we make enough of those small and seemingly insignificant choices that are not aligned with what we truly desire,

We put off getting fit and healthy.

We’ll quit the job that’s sucking our soul when the time is right.

We’ll leave that miserable relationship when the timing is *perfect*.

We have so many stories that we tell ourselves, but they’re all lies and it comes down to this…

IT’S EASIER TO BELIEVE OUR OWN LIES.

Because when we believe the lies we stay small. We don’t take risks. We stay in our comfort zones. We appease our egos.

And that’s FAR easier than the discomfort of growth and change.

So, if you are reading this and there’s more you want for yourself in any area of life, act now.

Not later. Not tomorrow. Literally right now otherwise it’ll likely never happen.

And you’ll look back at the end of the year or next year or five years or ten…and just wish…

Wish the choices were different. Wonder and yearn for what could’ve been if you’d made that scary decision.

But I promise you this, the more risk you take and the more scary decisions you lean into, the easier they become.

More abundance comes into your life. There’s more ease and less anxiety around big, life-changing decisions.

Simply, you create a fulfilling life and unwavering trust in yourself. And to me, that’s priceless.

So, what are you holding back on right now?

What tough, uncomfortable decision do you need to make to move your health, wellness, fitness and/or life forward? I would love it if you did me the honor of replying to this message and sharing.

If you are interested in learning more about Full Circle Coaching, call/text us at 786-586-6057 today or better yet, click this link: http://www.scheduleyou.in/5ZIsVaU to schedule your FREE Triathlon Breakthrough Session. This is a complimentary 30 minute session to ask me anything about triathlon, health and wellness or holistic lifestyle/ nutrition.

Erinne Guthrie is a USA Triathlon Level II Certified Coach since 1999 and Chief Motivating Officer at Full Circle Coaching, LLC since 2010. She has been training, racing and coaching triathletes since 1997.  She is also a CHEK Holistic Lifestyle Coach Level 3, USMS Master’s Swim Coach, Motivational Speaker, Metabolic Efficiency Specialist, Mom and much much more.

The G Word

Have you ever looked at the people who seem to do and have it all?

The ones who effortlessly eat well, exercise, and are the epitome of health?

The ones whose kids win every award and they’re the classroom parent of the year despite also having a full-time career?

Speaking of which…it seems like every weekend they’re being honored with work accolades and promotions.

Of course, those are just the weekends they’re not indulging the fruits of their labor on beautiful getaways with the family.

It can all seem unfathomable.

But self-made, highly-successful people have one common characteristic.

The G word.

GRIT.

There is nothing that grows you and elevates your success in any area of life more than practicing building grit.

Doing the uncomfortable things.

Continuously showing up – even through the many times you don’t want to…and especially when you feel like you’re being knocked down.

Never saying “I can’t” but rather “I’ll find a way.”

Building grit is like building a muscle. It’s a skill developed over time.

But once you’ve got grit, nothing can stop you from reaching goals in any area of life.

Wanna build grit around your health and fitness and triathlon performance? Hit reply and let me know so we can get you started. I Would love to know your thoughts around GRIT!

If you are interested in learning more about Full Circle Coaching, call/text us at 786-586-6057 today or better yet, click this link: http://www.scheduleyou.in/5ZIsVaU to schedule your FREE Triathlon Breakthrough Session. This is a complimentary 30 minute session to ask me anything about triathlon, health and wellness or holistic lifestyle/ nutrition.

Erinne Guthrie is a USA Triathlon Level II Certified Coach since 1999 and Chief Motivating Officer at Full Circle Coaching, LLC since 2010. She has been training, racing and coaching triathletes since 1997.  She is also a CHEK Holistic Lifestyle Coach Level 3, USMS Master’s Swim Coach, Motivational Speaker, Metabolic Efficiency Specialist, Mom and much much more.

How You Think Affects Your Body, Health and Performance

We all know that a big part of losing weight, maintaining our health and performance comes down to things like training, eating right, getting enough sleep, and managing stress.

But did you know that what you think also affects how your body looks, feels and performs?

Let me explain…
There’s a strong link between what you think and the outcome you achieve in any area of your life because of this sequencing;

What you think affects how you feel.
What you feel affects how you take action.
And ultimately, how you take action (or not) creates your results.

When you feel good and motivated and take action on all things health and fitness, you get a positive result.

And of course, the alternative is also true.

So, if you’ve been struggling, make sure to check in on your thoughts.
Do they support the outcome you are looking to achieve?

If not, remember that you are in control and you get to choose your thoughts.
Be sure to choose the ones that serve you in a positive way.

I personally use several tools to help my thoughts be positive or switch to positivity if I observe myself being negative. A short list includes essential oils, mantras, vision board and checking in with my Dream daily.

If you are interested in learning more about Full Circle Coaching, call/text us at 786-586-6057 today or better yet, click this link: http://www.scheduleyou.in/5ZIsVaU to schedule your FREE Triathlon Lifestyle Breakthrough Session. This is a complimentary 30 minute session to ask me anything about triathlon, health and wellness or holistic lifestyle/ nutrition.

Erinne Guthrie is a USA Triathlon Level II Certified Coach since 1999 and Chief Motivating Officer at Full Circle Coaching, LLC since 2010. She has been training, racing and coaching triathletes since 1997.  She is also a CHEK Holistic Lifestyle Coach Level 3, USMS Master’s Swim Coach, Motivational Speaker, Metabolic Efficiency Specialist, Mom and much much more.