Overwhelmed at Work?

I’m sure we’re all very familiar with the feeling of being overwhelmed. In many cases, this feeling is spurred by the sheer amount of work that we have on our plates. When we have a lot of work to do, it’s vital that we use our time as efficiently as possible. Unfortunately (and paradoxically), the feeling of being overwhelmed inhibits our ability to be efficient and productive. If you follow this logic, it turns into a vicious cycle that ultimately leads to burnout (or even failure).