Why Am I Always Tired? Discover 5 Steps to Reclaim Your Energy

Along with this question often comes another: "Where can I find the energy?" However, equally important questions like "What does being resourceful mean for me?" and "How can I protect my resources?" are often overlooked.

Understand What Being Resourceful Means to You

What does being "resourceful" look like for you? Describe your ideal state without using negative terms.

A poor example:
Being resourceful means NOT feeling tired. The issue here is that the word "tired" still dominates. Our minds focus on the negative aspect. We need a positive alternative.

A good example:
Being resourceful means tackling tasks with ease, feeling calm, satisfied, and excited.

See the difference? Even thinking in terms of "satisfaction" rather than "fatigue" can help you feel better.

Identify Energy Drains That Don’t Serve You

Throughout life, we expend energy. However, it's not always on things that matter. Take a look: where is your energy going right now? Make a list of how you spend your energy and identify the activities that aren't beneficial. For instance, we don't need online arguments, boring interactions, or daily news consumption. What's unnecessary for you? Identify it and try to reduce or eliminate it.

Find Your Ways to Relax

Or, as it's trendy to say, "resourceful activities." Your task is to clearly understand what recharges you and relieves tension. This is different for everyone. For example, "people around": some find energy in social interactions, while others find it draining. It's crucial to know what works for you.

Plan Your Rest

Even if it sounds strange, plan your rest. And this isn't just about trips. You can (and should) plan downtime, naps, walks, TV breaks, meditative practices, and tea breaks.

Cultivate a Culture of Rest

Learn to see rest not as something forced because "you can't go on," but as something beautiful and desirable. Try new, even refined ways to relax. Create "resting" traditions and routines for yourself and your loved ones.