Overstimulated

Finding Calm in a Noisy World

Does everything feel like too much?

The constant noise, the endless notifications, the pressure to keep up, the stream of information that never stops. If you feel overstimulated, distracted, emotionally drained, or unable to truly rest even when you have time, you are not alone - and you are not failing. Overstimulated is a calm, practical guide to reducing mental overload, easing sensory overwhelm, and finding steady peace in a noisy world.

Many books offer quick fixes. This one offers something more realistic: small, sustainable changes that help you feel grounded again. Mara Linton explains why modern life can push your mind and nervous system into a constant state of alert, and how to gently step out of that cycle without extreme rules or disappearing from everyday life. You’ll learn how to recognize the signs of overstimulation, reset your attention, and build a lifestyle that supports calm instead of chaos.

Whether your overwhelm comes from screen time, social media, news overload, a cluttered schedule, constant background noise, or emotional triggers that build throughout the day, this book gives you a clear path forward. It’s designed for real people with real responsibilities - parents, professionals, caregivers, and anyone who feels like they’re always “on.”

Inside you’ll discover how to:

• Recognize the patterns of modern overwhelm and restore a sense of balance
• Create healthier boundaries with your phone, apps, and digital distractions
• Build an “information diet” that reduces anxiety without losing awareness
• Reduce sensory overload by shaping a calmer environment at home and work
• Use simple emotional regulation and grounding techniques when life feels too intense
• Simplify routines and decisions so your days take less from you
• Restore calm through gentle mindfulness, relaxation, and supportive daily habits
• Strengthen connection and community so you don’t carry everything alone
• Set realistic goals for ongoing balance and celebrate steady progress

Overstimulated is not about perfection. It’s about relief. If you’re tired of feeling scattered, tense, and overstretched, this book will help you slow down, reduce overstimulation, and rebuild a life that feels quieter on the inside - even when the world outside is not.