The 'Zero Point Reset'
Jennifer Hough
I Empower Leaders, Visionaries, and Bridge Builders to find Freedom, Clarity, and Fulfillment in Times of Great Change | TEDx Speaker
Your Key to Conquering Overwhelm
Have you ever felt like you're drowning in a sea of responsibilities, unable to catch your breath? You're not alone. As a life coach specializing in applied physics and neuroplasticity, I've helped countless leaders navigate the choppy waters of overwhelm and change.
Today, I want to share some insights beyond the typical "time management" advice. We're diving deep into the root causes of overwhelm and exploring how to make lasting, cellular-level shifts in approaching life's challenges.
The Root Causes of Overwhelm
Before we can tackle overwhelm, we need to understand its origins:
Perception vs. Reality: Often, we feel overwhelmed because we perceive we've taken on more than we can handle. But is this truly the case?
Unrealistic Deadlines: We commit to timelines that don't align with our capacity or energy levels.
Rapid Environmental Changes: Our surroundings constantly flux from global events to family dynamics.
Perfectionism: The relentless pursuit of flawlessness can be paralyzing.
Suboptimal Delegation: This includes delegating to others and our higher consciousness and creativity.
Chronic Fight-or-Flight: When we're constantly in survival mode, accessing our creative problem-solving abilities is hard.
Shifting Your Perception: The Zero Point Reset
One powerful tool I use is the Zero Point Reset. Here's how it works:
??Bring your awareness back behind your eyes, centering it in your body.
??Imagine all the things pulling on you being pushed miles away by a centrifugal force.
??Spend at least three minutes in this centered state.
This simple practice can create the mental space needed to reassess your priorities and tap into your innate creativity.
The A to E Exercise: Aligning with Your Energy
Another game-changing practice is the A to E exercise:
List all your projects and tasks.
Categorize them:
A: Energizes you, you love it, and you're great at it.
B: You like it and do it well.
C: Neutral - doesn't energize or drain you.
D: You dislike it or it drains your energy.
E: You have no business doing it.
Focus on your "A" tasks. For everything else, ask:
??Does this really need to be done?
??Can someone else do it?
??Can the timeline be adjusted?
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??Are there tools to make it more efficient?
Creating Spaciousness in Your Day
One of the most impactful changes I've made is scheduling 5-minute breaks between tasks.
This allows me to:
Clear my mental decks from the previous task.
Reset my energy for the next challenge.
Tap into my creativity and problem-solving abilities
Pro tip: Use these breaks for a mini Zero Point Reset or a quick walk outside.
The Thriving Operating System: A Paradigm Shift
While these tools are invaluable, the ultimate goal is to shift your entire operating system. This means moving from a survival-based approach to one of thriving and flourishing.
In this new paradigm:
?? Change becomes an opportunity for growth, not a threat
?? Challenges are seen as creative puzzles to solve
?? Your energy aligns with your true purpose
This shift only happens over time, but with consistent practice and awareness, it's absolutely achievable.
Your Next Steps
1. Practice the Zero Point Reset daily.
2. Conduct an A to E assessment of your current responsibilities.
3. Implement 5-minute breaks between tasks.
4. Question the "should's" in your life - are they truly serving you?
Remember, the goal isn't to get everything perfect. It's to create a life where you're continually growing, developing, and thriving amidst change.
What's one area of your life where you feel the most overwhelmed? How might applying these principles shift your experience?
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xoxo Jennifer
We love these ideas and suggestions for reset throughout the day! - Team PHD
I Help Food & Beverage & Culinary Directors Succeed by Training Chefs in Sustainable Dynamic Leadership, Reducing Burnout by 40%, Boosting Staff Retention by 70%, and Creating Thriving Kitchens
6 个月Great post, do many valuable exercises! Thanks