How to manage your fuel tank and avoid burnout

Does your fuel tank often run low?

Your car has one of these. And so does your phone...

What are we possibly talking about? 🤔

Have we lost our minds? 🤯

Stay with us here...🙏🏼

We're talking about batteries, fuel tanks, sources of energy. 🔋⛽️

And you guessed it, you've got a fuel tank as well. 🧠💗🍎😴

Quick question - how often do you run yourself on 'low'? 🪫 If the answer is sometimes or often, please read on 👇🏽👇🏽👇🏽

It's important to note that not all cars, phones and brains are created the same.

So when you have a brain that finds executive function (cognitive processes that we use to help with planning, problem solving and managing our time) difficult, you end up using more of your fuel tank, draining it quickly.

As an ADHDer, it's important that we have clear strategies for regular pit stops.

Some strategies to help manage your fuel tank

☕️ Plan for regular breaks

I try my best to have short breaks often throughout my day. Even if I feel I don't 'need' them. By the time I feel I ' need' them I'm already running very low. These short, frequent breaks help to recharge and give my brain some respite. 💡 Tip: Don't forget to add breaks into your list on Llama Life!

🏋🏽‍♂️ Exercise

Exercise can increase dopamine levels. It can boost my energy and my mood. It doesn't have to be anything super strenuous as well, going for a nice brisk walk works wonders for my brain.

🫶🏼 Give yourself grace

I've been so tough on myself in the past. And I am still on occasion, but I've started asking myself "would I speak to a friend like that?" It's often no. Be a friend to yourself and try to treat yourself kinder.

🙅🏻‍♀️ Protecting my time by saying no (and committing to it)

This one's taken a lot of time and practice. I've failed many times. Saying 'no' then changing it at my own detriment. With time I'm getting better at it. It helps to have some responses prepared.

Do you have any tips to help with managing your personal fuel tank? Please share if so!