Stress and pressure are often seen as negatives, but they can also be powerful tools for productivity—if you know how to harness them. For many, the sheer number of possibilities in a project can be paralyzing, turning a blank canvas into a source of stress. But for others stress provides the framework needed to organize their efforts and focus on what truly matters.

When external pressures are in play, they can help you see where your work can deliver the most value, cutting through the noise of endless possibilities. Embrace this stress as a guide, helping you to prioritize and direct your energy toward the areas where you can make the greatest impact. Instead of dreading pressure, view it as an ally that turns a chaotic blank canvas of possibilities into a structured, purposeful plan of action.