The Fashionably Late Reset: Why Being “Behind” Doesn’t Mean You’re Failing
Here’s a fun little reminder that overwhelm doesn’t run the show… you do.
Behind?
No, darling.
Just fashionably late. 😏
Let’s tell the truth: sometimes it feels like no matter how much you do… you’re still behind. Recently, my to-do list looked less like a plan and more like a hostage note written by an overachieving perfectionist with a sparkly gel pen.
You know those weeks—where your schedule laughs at you, your brain feels overstuffed, and your energy is somewhere hiding under a pile of Target receipts? Yep. That week.
And yes, I teach balance, acceptance, slowing down, clarity… all the things.
But that doesn’t mean I’m immune to slipping into Overwhelm Land. The difference now?
I don’t pitch a tent there anymore.
When I feel out of sync with the lifestyle I’ve intentionally built, I don’t spiral. I realign.
I grab my tools, take a breath, and slide right back into the driver’s seat like the glow-up CEO of my life. 🚗✨
The Pause Before the Pivot
Before jumping into fixes, I always pause long enough to ask myself what’s really going on underneath the chaos.
Am I tired… or just busy?
Am I procrastinating… or protecting my peace?
Am I chasing everything… or focusing on what actually matters?
That tiny pause creates space to shift from reaction to intention — and that’s where everything changes.
My Bounce-Back Ritual (a.k.a. How I Stop the Spiral)
These are the exact steps I use to get back in alignment fast:
1. The Values Check
Is my schedule aligned with what actually matters? Or am I letting random noise run my life?
2. To-Do List Triage
Delete. Delegate. Delay. Do. Pick one. Ruthlessly.
3. The Success List
Before bed, I write down needle-movers, not just cute little tasks that trick my brain into feeling productive.
4. The Task Temperature Check
Ask yourself:
On a scale of 1–10, how important is this really?
How would I feel if I never did this?
How would I feel if I knocked it out right now?
This is where overwhelm loses its power — when you stop letting it set the pace and start leading with intention instead of panic.
Try This Mini Reset
Grab a notebook (or a napkin; I don’t judge):
What are the top 5 things weighing on you right now?
Which 3–5 tasks have been haunting your list like cute little productivity ghosts? 👻
Which tasks actually excite you?
Which ones would give you the biggest exhale once they’re done?
If you find yourself “behind,” remember: t’s not a character flaw. It’s a cue to recalibrate, not criticize.
And if you’re reading this a week late? Fabulous. Apparently, we’re both on the fashionably late reset schedule.
Your Turn
👉 What’s one thing on your list that’s been draining your energy — and how are you handling it differently this week (Yes, this is your accountability moment.)
P.S. Want More Support?
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And if someone you love has been living in Overwhelm Land a little too long, send this their way. A gentle reset goes a long way. 🫶
If you’re craving more ease, clarity, and forward momentum, this is your invitation.
Your next chapter doesn’t need more pressure — it needs strategy, support, and someone in your corner who actually gets you. If you’re ready to step out of overwhelm and into alignment, here’s where to start:
👉 Book a free strategy call
or
👉 Send me a message that says “I’m ready.”
(If you’re reading this on my website, you can also send that message directly here.)
And if you prefer powerful tools you can use at home, explore the Glow-Up journals I created to help you stay aligned and intentional every day:
With love,
XO ~ Coach Tara
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