Same Story, Different Day: Still swamped. So much so that I went to the ER with chest pains last Monday. My awesome boss drove me there and stayed with me through the EKG and cardiac enzyme tests. Nope – no heart problems. I just need to S-L-O-W D-O-W-N. Well, I’ve been trying but there’s just so much to do. Lots of change (very exciting stuff!) at work, trying to get my spring cleaning underway at home, and still working on a new web site that’s out in beta right now. I’ll be linking to it from here, soon! Also, need to set up my photo site on SmugMug. Need 48 hour days. 
The first IndyCar race in Sao Paulo was thrilling – I can’t wait for another race there and am really excited for the season to resume in St. Pete next weekend. My plans for Long Beach have come together – flights and hotel all set. I won the monthly UX department Spark award Friday (for making an impact on a project or team – in my case, taking on a million things while being flexible and supportive of my team mates) and that award comes with a free day off. I may use that to try to get to Pole Day weekend at Indianapolis. Will be there for the May Indy TweetUp and race, for sure. Also aiming for Texas (race day only) and then have two U2 concerts in Anaheim the next two days. Gonna be living out of a suitcase for a while!
Glad you’re all right, and if you’re going to have a boss, “awesome” is definitely the way to go.
When stressed, it’s never the size of the task, but how you react to it. Everyone has different way of coping, but it’s always contingent on your natural temperament, birth order, and favored way of processing information. The common denominators of Briggs Meyers, DISC profiling, and yes, your birth chart (preferably under Vedic Astrology) will give you a good idea as to where you stand.
The universal way to slow down is to make a conscious effort to breathe deeply for several minutes at least once daily. The noggin’ loves that O2, and if you’re getting plenty of air, a whirlwind of tasks slows down in front of you.
A quick, natural fix is from a product called “Cognition Ignition”. (nutrimedical.com)
I love that stuff, but like Super Silver, people stop by to “borrow” it. Anymore, I just hand them a Mason Jar and say I want it back by Friday. “Borrow” is part of a lame nomenclature for expressing “that stuff took care of XYZ, but I thought it was a fluke, and never bothered getting some”. Aaaargh
When all else fails, alcohol always provides a temporary solution. Consequences may vary.
Stay well.
I jut rad your coment on SilentPagoda.com (driver theme songs). So funny!
I hope thatyour heart is recovering well and that you enjoy watching a rain-free Grand Prix of Saint Petersburg tomorrow.