Your Brain Needs a Break: Finding Clarity in an Overwhelming World
Your brain is operating on autopilot 94% of the time, and that number has increased since the pandemic. Ever put your keys in the refrigerator, forgotten your own birthday, or arrived somewhere with no memory of the drive? That’s cognitive overload at work.
In this illuminating conversation, Dr. Cari Skrdla, neuroscientist and newly appointed VP of Strategic Partnerships at Multifamily Women®, reveals the science behind why we’re all feeling overwhelmed. “The subconscious is life-sustaining,” she explains, making decisions without our awareness when our mental capacity reaches its limit. For busy professionals managing teams, stakeholders, and family responsibilities, this cognitive strain can become unbearable – leading to memory issues, anxiety, and even major life decisions driven by an overloaded brain rather than conscious choice.
This growing understanding of how our minds function in today’s information-saturated world has shaped the unique approach of the Multifamily Women Summit. Unlike traditional networking events that add to mental fatigue with their focus on performance and impression management, the Summit creates what Dr. Skrdla calls “a new world” where executive women can be fully present and authentic. From the music that activates the right brain hemisphere to the judgment-free environment where meaningful connections happen organically, every element is designed to disrupt patterns of overwhelm.
The conversation also reveals an exciting new initiative called “My Stage, My Story,” giving women five minutes to share personal narratives of resilience and growth. The response has been overwhelming, demonstrating the power of vulnerable storytelling in a supportive community. Whether you’re experiencing cognitive overload yourself or leading teams who might be struggling silently with these challenges, this episode offers both scientific insight and practical wisdom for finding clarity in an overwhelming world.
Register at multifamilywomen.com to experience the unique environment where executive women come not just to learn but to truly connect, reset, and return to their lives with renewed focus and energy.
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