Emotional Exhaustion: Signs and Solutions

Listen to the Friday Fix episode from the Verywell Mind podcast, where Amy Morin, LCSW, shares practical tips for managing emotional exhaustion.

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Friday Fix: Episode 183

Feeling emotionally wiped out? You're not alone. Plenty of factors like recent events and personal stressors can make anyone feel drained.

While traditional self-care methods may offer temporary relief, for long-term solutions, try these strategies:

1. Identify What's Draining You: To address emotional exhaustion, it's important to figure out what's causing it. Discovering the source of your distress can help you develop effective coping skills.

2. Recharge Your Mind's Batteries: Prioritize activities that truly restore your energy. This might include connecting with nature, doing your favorite hobbies, practicing mindfulness, or spending quality time with loved ones.

3. Embrace the Present Moment: Stop dwelling on the past or worrying about the future. Focusing on the present can help you feel less overwhelmed.

4. Develop the Habit of Saying No: When you're already overwhelmed, it's okay to set boundaries and politely decline additional responsibilities. Don't hesitate to say no to new commitments.

5. Seek Support If Needed: If emotional exhaustion persists or significantly affects your daily life, consider seeking professional help. A mental health professional can offer support and strategies tailored to your situation.

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Transcript:

Amy Morin: Hi, I'm Amy Morin. I'm a licensed clinical social worker, psychotherapist, and the author of 13 Things Mentally Strong People Don't Do. Today, we're talking about emotional exhaustion.

Feeling emotionally wiped out? You're not alone. Plenty of factors like recent events and personal stressors can make anyone feel drained.

Traditional self-care methods may offer temporary relief, but for long-term solutions, try these strategies.

1. Identify What's Draining You: The first step to addressing emotional exhaustion is figuring out what's causing it. What are the situations or people that zap your energy? Are you taking on too much responsibility? Once you know the source of your distress, you can start to develop effective coping skills.

2. Recharge Your Mind's Batteries: Give yourself permission to do things that truly restore your energy. This might include connecting with nature, doing your favorite hobbies, practicing mindfulness, or spending quality time with loved ones.

3. Embrace the Present Moment: Stop dwelling on the past or worrying about the future. Focusing on the present can help ease some of your stress and help you feel less overwhelmed.

4. Develop the Habit of Saying No: When you're already overwhelmed, it's okay to set boundaries and politely decline additional responsibilities. Try to say no to new commitments more often.

5. Seek Support If Needed: If emotional exhaustion persists or significantly affects your daily life, consider seeking professional help. A mental health professional can offer support and strategies tailored to your unique situation.

Remember, you're not alone. Emotional exhaustion is common, but it can be managed. By taking care of yourself, you can start to feel better and regain your energy.

Thank you for listening to The Verywell Mind Podcast. I'm Amy Morin. And until next time, take care of yourself.

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