Coping with Feeling Tapped Out Post Pandemic

Are you feeling worn out, maybe even burnt-out? Feeling drained? You are not alone according to the American Psychological Association nearly 60% of people reported negative impacts on work-related stress, including lack of energy and motivation, 32% reported emotional exhaustion, and 44% reported physical fatigue. The first step is to acknowledge what you are feeling, name and notice it. With the right supports and considerations people can refuel and recharge to a greater place of energy. Here are some considerations below.

1. Cut Back: If you are feeling burnout or tapped out, the only way to avoid full burn out is to cut back in whatever areas you need to. For some this may be reducing social commitments, and for others this may be having different boundaries at work.
2. Recharge: Tap into the things that replenish you and find opportunities to integrate them. Establishing new habits can be challenging at the start, remembering what your motivation is for the new habit and scheduling in the time helps in success.
3. Prioritize Your Needs: Some will find themselves prioritizing others needs over there own. Sometimes it may feel impossible to do otherwise. If you do not take care of yourself it will be difficult to continue to take care of others, and the more you take care of yourself the more access you have to being present and the best version of you.
4. Say No: Some people fall into the trap of saying yes to not disappoint someone or because of people pleasing behaviours. Saying no is key to help come out the other side of feeling worn out.

You do not need to struggle with this on your own. I am Nicole Levy, and I here as your helping hand, let’s get started, book your complimentary initial consult today https://www.mindfulhealingjourney.ca/#/