Overwhelmed Working Woman: Boost Productivity, Master Time Management, Overcome Overwhelm & Stop People Pleasing

Overwhelmed Working Woman: Boost Productivity, Master Time Management, Overcome Overwhelm & Stop People Pleasing

Overwhelmed Working Woman is a podcast for accomplished women who want to feel more calm, in control, and focused without adding more to their already full plate. This top 2% podcast is hosted by Michelle Gauthier, who has over 7 years of experience coaching hundreds of overwhelmed working women. Each episode offers simple, practical strategies to help you reduce overwhelm, improve productivity, and stop people pleasing. You’ll learn surprising time management hacks, how to do less without guilt, and why the path to calm begins with changing how you think. If you're ready to reclaim your energy, focus, and peace of mind you’re in the right place. Start with listener favorite: “The Power of a To-Don’t List.”

Episodes

September 1, 2025 24 mins

Are you waking up exhausted even after a full night’s sleep, battling brain fog, or feeling “off” in your body—but brushing it off as just stress or getting older?

In this episode, health and mindset coach Angelica Ventrice breaks down the hidden connection between stress, gut health, and burnout. If you’ve ever wondered why you can’t slow down, why your body feels inflamed, or why your energy keeps tanking even though you’re “doing...

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Do you ever wonder why your calendar is packed, your inbox is overflowing, and yet you still feel behind?

In this episode, Michelle reveals the surprising truth—your overwhelm isn’t caused by your schedule or your workload. It’s your mindset. Through a fun five-question quiz, she shows how your thoughts shape your feelings, your productivity, and ultimately your results.

By listening, you’ll discover:

  • How to catch sneaky thoughts ...
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Do you ever wonder why your calendar keeps filling up, no matter how many productivity hacks you try?

In this episode, Michelle reveals the hidden reasons behind your overwhelming schedule — how your thoughts, beliefs, and small decisions are actually driving your busyness. If you’ve ever felt trapped by endless commitments, this conversation will show you a way out.

In this episode, you will:

  • Discover why every single thing on yo...
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Do you feel like no matter how much you cross off your to-do list, you’re still exhausted and behind?

This episode dives into why perfectionism and “always doing your best” may actually be fueling your overwhelm. If you’ve ever felt like giving 100% to everything is the only way to succeed, this conversation will help you rethink what productivity really looks like.

In this episode, you will:

  • Discover why aiming for “good enough” ...
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Do you ever feel like you’re forcing yourself into someone else’s version of productivity—like waking up at 5 a.m. or grinding through “deep work” even though it doesn’t feel natural to you?

In this episode, performance coach Amber Deibert shares her game-changing approach: discovering your unique productivity style by looking at how you naturally expend energy—just like the way you work out. If you’ve ever struggled to stay consist...

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Does getting rid of something a loved one gave you feel like betrayal—even if you’ve never used it once?

If your basement, storage bins, or drawers are filled with sentimental items that bring guilt instead of joy, you’re not alone. This episode breaks down why emotional attachment to “stuff” creates mental clutter, and how outdated beliefs keep overwhelmed working women stuck in cycles of stress.

In this episode, you will:

  • Learn ...
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Do you ever sit down to work but feel too distracted to focus—only to realize your cluttered desk is silently sabotaging your productivity?

If you're constantly overwhelmed, burnt out, or avoiding your to-do list, the root cause might not be your workload—it might be your environment. This episode dives into how physical clutter leads to mental chaos and why small messes have big consequences for your stress levels and output.

I...

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Have you ever said “yes” just to avoid awkwardness—even when you knew it wasn’t right for you?

In today’s episode, Michelle shares a surprisingly relatable moment where she—an actual life coach—found herself people pleasing during a business call. Whether you're constantly worried about being liked, struggle to say no, or overthink what others think of you, this episode will help you spot and break the cycle.

In this episode, yo...

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Are you feeling like 2025 is flying by and wondering why your goals feel so far off—or even forgotten entirely?

This episode is for every overwhelmed working woman who’s ready to check in without shame, ditch unrealistic pressures, and make small, smart shifts to finish the year feeling proud and aligned.

In this episode, you will:

  • Discover how to reflect on your year without guilt or overwhelm.
  • Learn the power of a monthly check-i...
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Ever tried the 5AM club and felt like a failure when it didn’t stick? What if the problem isn’t you, but the system itself?

So many working women try to boost productivity by copying someone else's "perfect" routine—only to end up overwhelmed, exhausted, and frustrated. This episode reveals why one-size-fits-all productivity hacks don’t work and how to start designing a system that actually supports your ene...

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Are you constantly exhausted from trying to “do it all” and still feel like you’re falling short every week?

This episode dives deep into a groundbreaking approach to time management built specifically for women. Megan Sumrall shares how she used her background in Six Sigma and process improvement to build a realistic planning system that acknowledges uncertainty, emotional bandwidth, and biology—something most productivity tools ig...

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Overwhelm often stems from four specific habits that keep us trapped in stress cycles despite our best efforts to break free.

Understanding these habits and how to overcome them can transform your daily life.

In this episode you'll learn:
 – The detrimental effects of multitasking and how to embrace single-tasking for better efficiency
 – The art of saying no to create the essential white space in your schedule
 – Ho...

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Ever feel like you’ll never be confident enough to chase your goals—or that anxiety always gets in your way?

If you’ve been stuck in patterns of self-doubt, overthinking, or negative self-talk, this episode dives into why that happens and how today’s high-performing women can finally break free. Licensed therapist Joanne Williams shares powerful, practical tools to help you create lasting confidence—without the pressure to be perfec...

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Feeling stuck because you’re just not motivated enough to start?

This week, Michelle explains why waiting for motivation actually keeps you overwhelmed and unproductive — and introduces a science-backed concept to help you begin tasks without feeling drained.

In this episode, you will:

  • Discover why “activation energy” matters more than motivation itself
  • Learn practical ways to make starting feel effortless, even on your hardest day...
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Do you keep waiting for motivation before starting, only to watch your to-do list grow longer?

In this episode, Michelle unpacks why procrastination isn’t about laziness—and reveals five surprising ways it shows up, from endless planning to people pleasing, all of which secretly sabotage your productivity and peace of mind.

In this episode, you will:

  • Learn why action—not motivation—breaks the procrastination cycle.
  • Discover tiny, p...
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Are you constantly drained by everyone’s questions, requests, and last-minute demands? Enter: the magic of boundaries

Discover how setting one small, clear boundary can transform your life from chaotic to calm—without drama, guilt, or endless explanations.

In this episode, you will:

  • Learn real-life boundary examples that create immediate and lasting relief
  • Hear how a former overwhelmed working mom made family time peaceful again
  • F...
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Do you say “yes” when you really want to say “no” — just to avoid guilt or keep the peace?

In this episode, Michelle sits down with her former client Tasha, who reveals her journey from lifelong people pleaser to confident boundary-setter — a challenge many working moms face daily at home and in demanding careers.

In this episode, you will:

  • Discover the power of pausing before responding to requests so you can answer honestly
  • Learn...
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Do you end every day exhausted, yet still feel like you’ve accomplished nothing? 

If your to-do list never seems to reflect how hard you’re working, you’re not alone. This episode reveals why the endless mental load women carry drains energy—even when it never appears on paper. 

In this episode, you will:

  • Discover why your to-do list feels useless even when you’re checking things off
  • Learn a quick 5-minute brain sweep to clear ment...
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Do you feel completely frazzled every time you’re prepping for vacation—and then end up too exhausted to enjoy it?

Michelle is here to break down why vacation prep feels overwhelming (hint: it’s not because you’re disorganized) and shows how working women can simplify their to-do lists, set real boundaries, and finally rest—without guilt.

In this episode, you will:

  • Learn how to identify what truly must get done before you leave (a...
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Do you ever feel like you're doing everything “right” but still second-guessing yourself every step of the way?

If you’re a high-performing woman who downplays her achievements, over-prepares, or holds back from new opportunities, imposter syndrome might be secretly running the show. This episode reveals the hidden ways it manifests — even if you're outwardly confident — and how to shift into calm self-assurance.

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