I’m 12 days in and I’m running a department. I’m just an admin tech relief. Wtf😳 the stress is real and I hate that I doubt myself. My interim boss believes in me, so why can’t I. FYI I have anxiety and ptsd….

It's a meh of a day for me over here and I wanted to share some thoughts and insights for any of you who may be going through something similar... 1. Slow the moment down. Some days feel long because your mind is simply carrying too much at once. Instead of forcing productivity, pick one small thing you can finish in the next 10 minutes. Momentum often returns once your brain sees progress. And, if completing a task is too much, literally slow. down. Set a timer and focus on your breathing for 5-10 minutes. Think of your thoughts like waves in the ocean coming in and then receding out, or like passing clouds in the sky above. 2. Shrink the goal for the day. When time feels like it’s dragging, big expectations can make it worse. Instead of asking “How do I get through the whole day?” ask “What’s the next small thing I can complete?” One small win often gets things moving again. 3. Change the environment, change the energy. When time feels slow, your brain is stuck in repetition. Shift something simple — move rooms, play music, take a different route, take a shower, brush your teeth, or start a new (completely unrelated) task for 15 minutes. A small change can break the mental loop. Get yourself out of the funk so that you can get back on track. That's what I'm working on today. What do you think about this list?