Feeling overwhelmed can be a stressful situation for all us. At times like this, we just want to get away but many times, that’s not an option.

Today, while I was eating, I realized a simple technique that I use with my food that we can all apply in our lives to stop feeling overwhelmed.

Now, before I begin, let me tell you my situation. My goal is to gain body mass so I’m constantly stuffing my stomach with food. I noticed that when I eat tuna sandwiches, I have a take a break in between because my stomach “feels” overwhelmed. It’s actually my brain telling me that.

Becoming successful without failing first is rare for many of us.

Did you know that President Lincoln lost seven elections before becoming the President? How about Henry Ford facing two bankruptcies before hitting it big with Ford Motors? Also, imagine the number of sales Joe Girard failed to close before becoming the number one car salesman in the world!

Failing made these people stronger, smarter, and better than before. It can do the same for us, we just have to learn how to use the power of failure.