Avoid a quick fix

A quick fix in the form of a sugar high, alcohol, and energy drinks can give momentary relief from stress and fatigue, but the crash that comes with it could leave you worse off. Making the shift to include foods with a low glycemic index, where the sugars are absorbed slowly to give you the necessary energy you need throughout the day, such as vegetables, whole grains, nuts, proteins and healthy oils can help boost your energy levels.

A regulated sleep cycle

Dealing with burnout, insomnia and sleep patterns that can leave you to feel like you are running on empty are common experiences that more people have been feeling throughout the pandemic. Dealing with burnout often means knowing when to cut back and improving your sleep hygiene by creating a suitable environment to get your levels back to where it needs to be. 

Striking a work/life balance
Finding a balance between work and your own life is a juggling act that can soon spiral out of control if we are not careful when it comes to knowing taking on more than what we can handle. While there may be things that are beyond your control, focusing on what can be controlled by knowing when to say no and when to take breaks helps you feel more motivated and positive. Reaching out to loved ones or a professional to effectively help you find what works for you is equally important. 

Take part in things that you enjoy
Taking part in things that leave you feeling relaxed and in a positive state is essential to boosting your energy levels. Finding healthy ways to find a positive mood booster that leaves you relaxed instead of exhausted such as making something, exercising, going for a walk or simply taking the time to relax can be the needed boost you are looking for.

Switch off whenever possible

The pandemic has increased our screen time in the form of video calls, texts and at times doom scrolling, which can leave us feeling tired. Choosing a time in the day or a whole day where you switch off digitally to recuperate is important.