More Than Just Words: The Story Behind Our "Just Overwhelmed" Hoodie
- Brett Kintz
- Feb 8
- 1 min read
Sometimes the simplest words carry the heaviest weight. Our "Just Overwhelmed" hoodie wasn't born in a design meeting – it emerged from those quiet moments when everything feels like too much, yet we struggle to express it.
The phrase "just overwhelmed" came from Brett's personal journey with anxiety. "I remember sitting in my car one day, trying to explain to a friend how I was feeling," he shares. "All I could say was 'I'm just... overwhelmed.' It wasn't dramatic or clinical – it was real."
We chose a zip hoodie design deliberately. It represents both protection and openness – you can zip up when you need comfort or open it when you're ready to engage. The soft fabric and relaxed fit mirror what we all need sometimes: gentle comfort without pressure.
The minimalist design wasn't an aesthetic choice – it reflects how mental health challenges often hide in plain sight. Sometimes, the simplest statement creates the strongest connection.
Every time we see someone wearing this hoodie, we hope it serves two purposes: providing comfort to the wearer and opening doors for honest conversations about mental health.
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