One of the most common signs of stress is feeling overwhelmed and struggling to find a balance. Other indicators may include increased perspiration, difficulty sleeping, feeling anxious, headaches, chest tightness, changes in appetite, difficulty concentrating, and feeling irritable or short-tempered. If you are experiencing any of these signs, it may be time to take a step back and assess your stress levels.

One technique that helps to eliminate stress is with a free flow brain dump

The free flow brain dump technique is a great way to brainstorm and bring out ideas that you may not have thought of before. It involves writing down any and all ideas that come to mind without any judgement or censorship. This allows you to explore all possible directions and even come up with solutions to problems that you may not have expected.

To use this technique, start by writing down any thoughts, questions, or ideas that come to mind. Take your time and let the ideas flow freely. When you’re done, take a step back and look at the big picture to see what new solutions you can come up with.

Let’s begin! To get started…

1. Grab something to write with
2. Set a timer 20 minutes
3. Start by writing down your overall goals. Be as specific as possible and remember to include deadlines.
4. Break down your goals into smaller tasks. This will make them easier to manage and complete.
5. Prioritize your tasks and make sure to focus on the ones that are most important.
6. Make a list of any resources or people you need to help you be successful.

If you need a little help getting started try answering these questions…

• What have I been worried about?
• What do I keep forgetting to do?
• What would make me really happy?
• Did something go wrong today?
• What really worked today/this week?
• Is there a task I need support with to complete?

Take a few moments each day to review your list and make sure you’re on track.

Finally, make sure to reward yourself for completing your tasks. This will help you stay motivated.

I hope these tips help you get started with your goal-focused brain dump. Good luck!