3650: You’re Not Overworked—You’re Overstimulated
February 2, 2026
3650: You’re Not Overworked—You’re Overstimulated
February 2, 2026
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Feeling exhausted, overwhelmed, or constantly “on” even when you’re getting things done? The issue may not be how much you’re doing, but how much input your nervous system is processing each day.
On today’s show, I break down the critical difference between being overworked and overstimulated, and explain why overstimulation is one of the most overlooked drivers of burnout, stress-related health issues, and stalled momentum.
You’ll learn how constant notifications, information overload, and nonstop problem-solving keep the nervous system locked in a chronic stress response.
I also share practical strategies to reduce mental noise, regain clarity, and build real momentum by simplifying inputs, setting clear priorities, and focusing on one key area of life at a time.
Join me on today’s Cabral Concept 3650, to discover why you may not be overworked, but overstimulated, and what you can do about it.
Enjoy the show!
Show Highlights & Big Takeaways
1. You’re Likely Overstimulated, Not Overworked: Overwork is physical effort. Overstimulation is nonstop mental and nervous system input. Constant notifications, problem-solving, and information overload keep your body in a stress response even when you’re not physically working.
2. Busyness is Not the Same as Momentum: Staying busy, reacting to problems, and consuming endless information creates the illusion of progress. True momentum comes from having a clear goal and taking consistent, intentional actions that move you toward it.
3. Fewer Inputs + Focused Goals = Real Growth: Reducing unnecessary stimulation (alerts, apps, open loops) and choosing one primary area of life to focus on at a time allows your nervous system to reset and your energy to be used productively. Growth comes from clarity, not constant activity.
