ELM — Bach · DEVA
When responsibility feels too heavy.
The person is usually capable, responsible and committed, but is going through a moment when the task ahead feels beyond their abilities.
Their abilities are still there, but the overload makes them doubt whether they can meet the demands placed on them.
“I know I can do it… but right now, it feels like too much.”
ALFALFA CHILOTA — Sylfos · Andean Essences
When it is difficult to get moving and take action.
The difficulty centres on mobilising their own resources to get started.
The person knows what they need to do, but struggles to find the drive to begin, sustain the effort and follow through.
“I know what I need to do… but I’m finding it hard to get started.”
Two similar experiences.
Two different dynamics.
Both can be expressed through the same phrase:
“I can’t manage this.”
But what lies behind it is different:
ELM
“The responsibility overwhelms me.”
→ Temporary overload and doubt about their own abilities.
ALFALFA CHILOTA
“I’m finding it hard to get myself moving.”
→ Difficulty mobilising their resources and taking action.
DO I FEEL OVERWHELMED…
OR AM I FINDING IT HARD TO GET STARTED?