How to Reset Your Mindset in 10 Minutes When Overwhelmed – Week 7 – Building Everyday Mastery

Week 7 – Building Everyday Mastery

Everyday Mastery – “When Nobody’s listening.”

That’s what I thought this week. And then I actually wrote it all down, and… well, you’ll see.

This week, something broke. I sat down and cried—not because I wanted to, but because I had to. And in figuring out how to put myself back together, I learned a 10-minute reset that actually works when you’re drowning in overwhelm. If you’re carrying too much right now, this one’s for you.

What you’ll learn this week with Everyday Mastery:

• How to reset your mindset in 10 minutes when everything feels like too much
• Why invisible wins matter more than follower counts
• How to spot when you’re spreading yourself too thin (and what to do about it)
• The simple reframe that pulls you out of “everything’s stuck forever” mode

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Everyday Mastery – The Real Numbers (Still Keeping It Honest)

Here’s where we stand at Week 7:

• TikTok: 24
• Instagram: 17
• Facebook: 26
• Threads: 4
• Bluesky: 2
• Mastodon: 0 (which is fine, honestly)
• Substack: 1
• Medium: 0 followers, but 22 claps on one article

Comments or likes this week: 0

Money in the bank: Still £0

The Everyday Mastery wins nobody sees: 22 claps. Medium claps mean someone actually read it, engaged with it, and appreciated it enough to clap. That’s real feedback, and I’m counting it.

Three Blogs, One Person, Zero Time

Last week I launched Everyday Mastery with AI. This week I’m living with the consequences.

The idea made sense: my brother used Perplexity to diagnose his car. My friends and family think AI is either magic or scary. Nobody sees it as a practical tool for everyday life. So I built a blog for regular people who want to use AI without the jargon or the fear.

Now I have three blogs. Three audiences. Three content calendars spinning in my head at 11 PM.

The health blog, the main Everyday Mastery blog, and now the AI one. I can’t keep all three going at this pace. Something has to give.

Here’s the reality: I now have three blogs, a brain that’s spinning with more ideas than I have hours in the day, and a decision to make. Do I drop to two? Do I keep the health blog and abandon one of the mastery ones? How do you choose when you care about all of it?

The Weight of It All (And When You Finally Crack)

Let me be honest about this week: I’m not just spreading myself too thin. I’m carrying a lot.

My daughter went back to work. So I’m now a full-time nan most days on top of everything else—the blogs, the learning, the social media, the late nights. But that’s fine. That’s what I’m here for. I’m her mum. If she’s struggling, I pick up the slack.

Except this week, something broke.

I’m not a person who cries. I don’t let life events get to me. I just keep moving. But last week, I had to sit down and just… cry. My daughter’s been struggling so badly, and I’m doing everything I can to help her through it. And at the same time, I’m still making £0. Zero income. And it crosses my mind: what if nothing changes, what is I keep talking into the void with Everyday Mastery? What if I have to get a job?

At 45, I don’t have a trade. I’ve been a reseller most of my adult life, then a foster carer. Those things won’t get me into the workforce if it comes down to it. And that thought—that pressure—sits heavy.

So I sat with that for about 10 minutes. Angry. Sad. Overwhelmed. All of it at once.

Then I took myself for a walk and listened to relaxation music. And by the time I got home, my mindset had shifted. Okay, life happens.

According to the NHS walking for health guide, even a short daily walk can boost mood, ease tension, and reset focus — exactly why that five-minute movement makes such a difference.

This is another phase. It will change, like everything does. – Everyday Mastery at work

That’s what everyday mastery is actually about. We all know life is hard. We all have obstacles. But it’s how we overcome them that makes us strongest. Because if I’d done what I wanted—buried myself in the duvet, felt sorry for myself, stayed in the “everything’s stuck” mindframe—nothing would have changed. In fact, those kinds of episodes used to send me into mind slumps where I couldn’t see a way out at all.

Studies from Harvard Health confirm that even brief physical activity releases endorphins and lowers stress hormones. Kind of wild, right? A few minutes of movement can literally change your brain chemistry.

But not this time.

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This Week’s EVERYDAY MASTERY Practice: Reset Your Mindset in 10 Minutes

If you’re carrying what I’m carrying—overwhelm, pressure, doubt, too much on your plate—this is for you.

When everything feels like too much, do this:

1. Acknowledge it (2 minutes): Don’t push it down. Let yourself feel angry, sad, overwhelmed—whatever’s there. Sit with it. It’s real and valid.
2. Move your body (5 minutes): Go for a walk. Put on relaxation music. Dance. Stretch. Do anything that gets you out of your head and into your body. The point isn’t to feel better immediately—it’s to interrupt the spiral.
3. Shift the frame (3 minutes): Ask yourself: “Is this permanent, or is this a phase?” The answer is almost always: it’s a phase. Life changes. Situations shift. This feeling won’t last forever. You’ve survived 100% of your worst days so far.

Why this works: When you’re drowning, your brain is stuck in “everything’s stuck forever” mode. Movement breaks that pattern. The frame shift reminds you that you’re more resilient than you think.

Do this when you need it. Not when you’re doing great, when you’re falling apart. That’s when it counts. Maybe mastery isn’t holding it all together, it’s learning how to fall apart with grace

Meanwhile, if you want a simple weekly checklist to make this stick, grab the Free Habit Stacking eBook.

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The Workload Reality Check

I’m posting on five different social platforms for multiple blogs. Also im writing for Medium and Substack., redesigning websites and learning WordPress. I’m listening to podcasts in bed (yes, literally taking notes before sleep), talking to ChatGPT on my phone during walks to capture ideas before they disappear. And I’m being a full-time nan. I’m supporting my daughter. And I’m still awake at 11 PM working on content.

The smart move? Focus on one social platform per blog. Do basic posts on the others. Let things breathe a bit. Quality over coverage. But knowing what to do and having the discipline to do it are two very different things, aren’t they?

Right now, it feels like nothing is working. No comments, likes. Or money. Just… noise on social media going nowhere. And the pressure of knowing I might need a job if this doesn’t take off.

But then I actually stopped and looked at what’s happening beyond the metrics.

The Invisible Win: You’re Already Changing People

My mum started a walking habit. Regularly.

My brother now knows how to use chatbots to solve problems.

Hubby tells his customers things about AI he’s picked up from listening to me & Walks regularly.

My daughters have started going to the gym again—hopefully this time it sticks.

Writing all this down, I had to stop. These aren’t small things. These are real changes in people I love. People I see every day. They’re not following me on social media. They’re not commenting on my posts. But they’re living differently because of what I’m sharing.

That’s not a vanity metric. That’s impact.

The Clarity Moment (On the AI Blog)

Building the new Everyday Mastery With AI website taught me something crucial. When I share my transformation story, from struggling to finding AI useful—readers don’t just want the story. They want to know: how can I do this too?

It’s obvious when you write it out, but it wasn’t obvious when I was living it. People don’t come to read about you. They come because they want to solve their own problem.

So I started the AI blog with that in mind. One post was about how 15 minutes a day could help you learn a new skill. Simple. Actionable. Relevant.

Of course, now I want to learn vibe coding myself. (There I go again, adding more stuff to the pile.)

The Learning Machine Never Stops

I’ve got ChatGPT on my phone. When ideas pop into my head during walks, I talk to it instead of losing the thought. I’m learning WordPress at midnight, studying AI applications while my husband’s beside me. I’m listening to podcasts with a notepad.

The alternative, I keep thinking, is mindless TV. And honestly? I’d rather be exhausted and learning than comfortable and stuck.

But here’s the tension: how many things can you learn before you stop doing anything?

That’s the real question. And I don’t have the answer yet.

EVERYDAY MASTERY What’s Actually Working (The Real Progress)

Despite the zero in my bank account and the silence on social media:

• My writing voice is stronger – these weekly posts are proof
• I’m building skills – WordPress, AI tools, content strategy, audience psychology
• Real people are reading – 22 Medium claps means someone actually cared
• My family’s changing – not because they follow me, but because they live with me
• I’m staying consistent – late posts, yes. Missed social shares, yes. But I’m still showing up.
• I’m learning faster than ever – and that’s compounding

The Relationships Are Still There

Through all this chaos, my husband and I still do our walks together. We still have date night once a week. I still make time for my daughters. I’m still present.

Because what’s the point of building something if you lose the people who matter while doing it?

That’s the real growth mindset: knowing what success actually looks like. And for me, it’s not a million followers or a six-figure income. II’s my mum taking walks, my brother fixing his car. And my daughters at the gym. It’s date night with my husband while the ideas keep spinning in my head.

WEEK 7 EVERYDAY MASTERY TAKEAWAY

You don’t need everyone to listen. You need the right people to notice.

My family doesn’t follow my blog. They don’t comment. They don’t share. But they’re changing. Because they see me doing the work, that consistency is contagious. Because a growth mindset spreads, whether people admit it or not.

The social media metrics will come. Or they won’t. But either way, the invisible work is still happening. The learning’s still there. The impact on the people closest to me is real.

So yeah, Week 7 feels like nothing’s working. But actually? Everything’s working. It just doesn’t look like I expected it to.

The Unanswered Question

Where am I going with all this? Where’s this journey actually leading?

Honestly? I don’t know.

But here’s what I do know: I’m learning more than I ever have. I’m building skills I didn’t have seven weeks ago. I’m changing the people around me, even when they don’t realize it. And for the first time in a long time, I’m genuinely excited about what I’m creating—even without the money, even without the metrics.

Maybe that’s enough for now. Maybe the answer reveals itself when you stop demanding it and just keep moving forward.

I don’t know where this is going. But I know it’s going somewhere. And honestly? That’s exciting.

If you’re trying this reset yourself, I’d love to hear what changes for you. Sometimes the smallest shifts start the biggest recoveries.

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Everyday mastery What’s Next

Next week, I’m getting ruthless with my workload. One platform per blog. Focused content. And maybe just maybe—I’ll actually get to bed before midnight.

(Probably not, but a girl can dream.)

👉 Want to follow the messy journey? Join my newsletter for weekly updates—the real numbers, the late-night doubts, and the invisible wins.

👉 Curious about using AI in everyday life? Check out Everyday Mastery with AI—it’s for regular people who think AI is confusing.

👉 Missed the start? Go back to Week 1: Growth Mindset + Chaos.

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Everyday mastery Frequently Asked Questions

How can I reset my mindset in 10 minutes?

Use the three-step reset: Acknowledge your feelings for 2 minutes without pushing them down. Move your body for 5 minutes—walk, stretch, or put on music. Then spend 3 minutes reframing by asking “Is this permanent or just a phase?” This interrupts the overwhelm spiral and reminds you that you’re more resilient than you think.

What are invisible wins and why do they matter?

Invisible wins are the changes and impacts that don’t show up in metrics—like teaching your brother how to use AI, inspiring your mum to start walking, or building skills that compound over time. They matter because real progress often happens long before numbers reflect it. These wins prove you’re making an impact even when social media stays silent.

How do I know if I’m spreading myself too thin?

You’re spreading yourself too thin when you’re consistently working late into the night, missing posts or commitments, feeling overwhelmed more than energized, and struggling to maintain quality across all your projects. The key sign: you’re learning and doing so much that nothing gets your full attention. When that happens, it’s time to focus on one or two core priorities.

Why does movement help break negative thought cycles?

When you’re stuck in overwhelm, your brain locks into “everything’s stuck forever” mode. Physical movement—walking, stretching, dancing—interrupts that pattern by shifting your focus from your thoughts to your body. It’s not about feeling better immediately; it’s about breaking the mental loop so you can think more clearly.

As the APA notes on cognitive reframing, changing how you interpret a situation can calm your nervous system and improve focus

How can I balance passion projects with family and self-care?

Set non-negotiables: weekly date nights, daily walks, time with your kids. Build your passion work around those anchors rather than letting it consume everything. The key is recognizing that building something meaningful doesn’t require sacrificing relationships—it requires intentional boundaries. Your work matters, but so do the people who support you through it.

What does a growth mindset look like in real life?

A growth mindset in real life looks like crying for 10 minutes when everything feels too heavy, then choosing to go for a walk instead of staying in bed. It’s seeing £0 in your bank account but recognizing that you’ve learned skills worth thousands and measuring progress by how your family’s changing, not just by follower counts. It’s believing “this is a phase” instead of “this is forever.” Keep Growing keep pushing forward

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If You Read This Far, Thank You

Seriously, thank you for being here. I know your time is valuable, and you chose to spend some of it with me and my messy journey. That means more than you might realize.

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— Kel

Kel is the writer behind Everyday Mastery, where she shares the real, messy, and meaningful process of building habits, resilience, and self-belief from the ground up. She’s 45, a grandmother, and learning that it’s never too late to start building something that matters.