Listen "Episode #83: How to Deal with Emotional Overwhelm at the End of the Day"
Episode Synopsis
Ever feel like you hold it together all day, only to crash the moment you get home? You’re not alone — and it’s not a sign of weakness. It’s a signal from your nervous system that you need to reset.In this episode of The Art and Science of Thriving, I explore the neuroscience and psychology behind end-of-day emotional overwhelm — why it happens, what it really means, and how to respond in a way that restores calm, clarity, and connection.We’ll dive into:The four science-backed reasons emotional overwhelm hits hardest at night (including emotional labor, decision fatigue, and nervous system dysregulation)How micro-stressors and unspoken emotions build up silently throughout your dayFive evidence-based strategies to reset and recover, so you don’t carry the weight of the day into your eveningYou’ll walk away with simple, powerful tools — like nervous system resets, emotional labeling, and nightly rituals — that help you let go of the emotional load and finish your day feeling grounded and well.If you’ve been ending your days drained, reactive, or just “done,” this episode offers a new way forward — one rooted in compassion, not criticism.Instantly Unlock Performance, Well-Being and Balance Now The "Thrive Hive" is a monthly membership to help teach, coach and support individuals, organizational teams and their leaders in reaching their full potential, and living a flourishing life with balance and well-being.You get access to group coaching, monthly education, webinars/livecasts and other events, topic-based support and tools, and access to a private community of other like-minded individuals.You can find out more or sign up clicking here!
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