Feeling tired? Overwhelmed? Kinda like you are in a bit of a haze? No, this isn't an advertisement for a sleeping pill but rather a wake up call that your energy levels are out of whack. This episode we dive into all the signs, situations and triggers that cause our energy levels to go out the window and how to reclaim it back.

[2:37] Signs of Energy Drain. Feeling lethargic, unmotivated and just simply tired? We talk about the signs of energy drain includes: - Fog, daze - Taking longer in getting out of bed if you are a morning person - Not feeling motivated by the work you enjoy - Forgetfulness - Simply things not clear to you - Dont feel like working out

[7:27] The Burnout. This happens when we continue to push ourselves behind the signs. We discuss how we have experienced this.

[9:00] Situations Causing Energy Drains. This can be relatively subjective to the type of person you are, especially if you are a HSP. Some of these situations include: - Multiple storms of life - People with a self-centered focus - Overtime work or stressful roles

[15:33] Stand-out experiences. We dive into the one experience that made us realize we had to step back to recoup our energy levels.

[20:00] Takeaways. We talk about some of the best little tips to recoup your energy: - Building the awareness to rest & recover - Identifying triggers, even in situations that ARE not stressful like traveling - Are you paying attention? - Plan out the rest if there is a lot going on - Boundaries & Transparency - Identify a self care routine

We hope this little gem gave you the permission to REST UP and be absolutely ok with that.

Baklava,

Nat & Nina