Let’s be honest for a moment.

As adults, it can feel uncomfortable — almost embarrassing — to admit that we get nervous before presentations. Especially in a professional context, where everyone is trying to appear competent, confident, and composed.

If your job currently feels like a dead end, you’re not dramatic. You’re not weak. And you’re definitely not the only one.

There are work phases that don’t just feel stressful — they feel heavy. Like you’re pushing against a wall that doesn’t move. You’ve tried to improve things. You’ve had the conversations. You’ve asked for feedback. Maybe you’ve adjusted your attitude, your communication, your strategy.

Have you ever noticed how unfinished tasks create a mental loop that just won’t let you rest? Those open work projects – the ones sitting quietly in your calendar or inbox – have a sneaky way of buzzing in the background of your thoughts. They aren’t urgent in reality, but mentally they feel present, pressing, and unfinished. I know this feeling all too well.

When asked how people organize their day to be productive and get things done, most will tell you: I have a to-do list, and I try to complete everything on it.

Sounds good, right? But here’s the tricky part: a small daily list can already be a dangerous recipe for burnout.

I deleted Instagram from my phone – What followed turned out to be more interesting than I expected…

How many times have you felt proud of yourself for juggling multiple things at once? Writing emails while sitting in a meeting, cooking while sending voice notes, working on a presentation while replying to messages… In our culture, multitasking often feels like a badge of honor. A superpower, even.

But here’s the uncomfortable truth: multitasking isn’t really a thing. At least, not in the way we think it is.