How to restore your mind and body in 3 easy ways when you feel drained

Is everyday life leaving you drained? In today’s fast-paced world, being busy seems like something to be proud of. Between working all day, eating on the run, and having little time for fun and relaxation, it’s normal to feel exhausted at least some of the time.

If you’re facing everyday exhaustion, taking necessary action can help recharge your batteries. Here are some ideas that may help you energize your mind and body.

1. Practicing good self care

Exercising can help your mind and body to feel energized. When you’re very exhausted, it can be tempting to just sit in front of the TV after a long day. But that usually just makes you feel more tired. Instead of sitting down to recharge, try getting up and moving around. Walking or biking — even just for 20 minutes — can leave you feeling energized for hours. 

Apart from exercise, have a well-balanced diet, and a proper sleep cycle for decluttering your mind and resting your body

2. Try mindfulness

Mindfulness practices, such as meditation, help a person become more aware of their emotions. This can make it easier to manage burnout, fatigue, or depression. 

3. Be realistic

Make a list of important tasks you need to accomplish the next day, before going to bed. Keep the to-do list simple and realistic. This will keep you from overcommitting, ensuring you’ve enough time to check off all the items on that list. Similarly, set realistic personal and professional goals.

4. Check for patterns of self-sabotage 

“To stop sabotaging yourself, you need to figure out your patterns of behavior and then find creative ways to counteract them and form new habits,” says Dr Boyes. “For example, people who are prone to anxiety tend to be hypervigilant to signs of threat and detect threats that aren’t really there. 

These are a few easy ways to refresh yourself whenever you feel drained.