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# Overwhelmed
- URL: https://www.mattrutherford.co.uk/overwhelmed/
- Published: 2017-10-21T09:03:01.000Z
- Updated: 2023-12-04T22:33:42.000Z
- Author: Matt
- Tags: Blog

I have spent this week feeling overwhelmed. Too many inputs, too many ideas, too many 'things'. I have exhausted all of my tactics, switching off distractions, knuckling down, caffeinating and relaxing. **There are too many open loops.**

Then I remembered this quote:

> “Life punishes the vague wish, and rewards the specific ask.” — Tim Ferriss

I realise that my situation is of my own doing.

If I increase the specificity of my ask, close down some of the questions, make the decisions for myself - then the loop gets closed.

If I think specifically about email, [rule #4 of the Email Charter](http://www.emailcharter.org/?ref=mattrutherford.co.uk) applies here: Quash Open-Ended Questions.

I feel less overwhelmed now.

**It is in my hands.**