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Feeling Overwhelmed? You Need an MVD — That’s Minimum Viable Day
If you’re anything like many busy professionals I work with, you might feel overwhelmed by the sheer volume of tasks, meetings, and commitments that clutter your calendar.
The pressure to be perpetually “on” and to accomplish more can leave you exhausted — mentally, emotionally, and physically.
What if there were a way to break through this cycle of overwhelm by reimagining your day in a way that honors your energy, your values, and your well-being? Enter the concept of the Minimum Viable Day (MVD).
In this article, we’ll dive deep into the MVD approach — a method designed to help you create a daily routine that is sustainable, fulfilling, and aligned with what truly matters.
We’ll explore what an MVD is, why it’s a game-changer for professionals like you, and provide actionable, step-by-step advice to help you design your own Minimum Viable Day.
The Overwhelm Epidemic
Modern life, especially in high-pressure work environments, can feel relentless. For my clients the to-do list never ends. You’re juggling client meetings, project deadlines, emails, networking events, and perhaps even family obligations.