Feeling Overwhelmed? Here’s How to Get Through the Workday.

On a low day, tasks that you struggle to do in your time off can be the ideal choice. You could also try working on a task that's aspirational and creative. It will help you feel like a competent person whose life is in order.

When people feel low or short on self-confidence, they tend to retreat. When you act as though you have confidence in your ideas and capacities, it provides you with an antidote.

Trying to perform to a high standard when you're down can leave you so drained that you don't have the energy to process whatever is bothering you.

Try to do only half or two-thirds of your usual work. It can prevent you from feeling overwhelmed and procrastinating.

Withdrawing from people increases stress and reduces productivity. Try and tell at least one coworker what you're going through to help them understand why you may be a bit less reliable than usual.

Our best sources of support during difficult times are often our loose connections. Even small gestures of support from those weak ties can feel very helpful.

Don't assume that difficult emotions will negatively impact your work. Sad emotions often enhance creativity and productivity. Anger tends to make us feel more determined.

The key is to use those feelings to propel you rather than think that they will destroy your productivity.