When Overwhelm Makes You Want to Hide
I want to share something I’ve been reflecting on lately, how anxiety and overwhelm can quietly show up in our lives. For me, it often looks like avoidance. Unanswered messages. Unopened texts. A desire to pull back and isolate. Not because I don’t care, but because sometimes, when everything feels too much, hiding feels safer than showing up, at least for a moment. If you’ve ever felt that way, you’re not alone. Sometimes our minds go into protection mode when we’re stretched thin, it’s our body’s way of saying, “slow down.” But here’s the truth: avoiding isn’t rest. It’s a signal. It’s a nudge to pause, breathe, and ask for grace, both from God and from others. So this week, I just want to encourage you to: ✨ Take small, gentle steps. ✨ Ask for more time when you need it. ✨ Let someone know, “I’m having a full day, can we reschedule?” without guilt. ✨ Invite God into the overwhelm and ask Him for peace and wisdom to handle what’s on your plate. Yes, Proverbs reminds us to keep our commitments, but part of walking in purpose means learning to discern what we can actually carry in this season. As we prepare for 2026, this is where capacity building begins, learning to give ourselves grace when we need it and allowing space for God’s strength to meet us where ours ends. If you’ve been struggling with this lately, please don’t hide under a rock. You’re safe here. This community was built for real women walking through real seasons together. If there’s something you need encouragement or prayer for this week, drop it in the comments. We’d love to stand with you, pray for you, and remind you that you’re not alone in this. 💛