Overwhelmed? Start with Five

How a 5-task reset can refocus your day and reduce stress.

Feeling overwhelmed or stuck? Got a lot to do today… this week… this month... Try this simple reset.

Before diving in, take a few minutes to write down the 5 most impactful things you need to do today.

Not your entire to-do list – just the 5 that actually matter. These should be actionable tasks you can complete in a few minutes to a few hours.

Then ask yourself:
🔹 Which one will move me forward the most?
🔹 Which one will relieve the most pressure?

Circle the one that stands out — and start there.

The rest? They’re next in line. You’ll get to them when you get to them.

This isn’t about doing more or conquering your whole list.

It’s about stepping back, identifying what’s important, and focusing your energy where it counts.

Try it tomorrow morning — or even right now.

What would make your Top 5 today?

Pro tip: Do this before you check email, answer that text, or scroll the news each morning.