the ward method

Tag: burnout

  • Bye bye burnout.

    Bye bye burnout.

    Burnout isn’t always some big dramatic crash. Sometimes it’s just feeling done, your brain’s fuzzy, motivation’s MIA, and you’re scraping the bottom of your energy barrel but still expected to keep going.

    I wrote about this in my latest article for Odyssey Magazine’s 250th edition, a space I’ve loved for years because they get that wellness isn’t about perfection or hype. It’s messy, real, and often slow as hell.

    If you’re feeling stretched, stuck, or just tired-tired, these two simple habits helped me come back to myself when I thought there was nothing left to give.

    1. Set tiny boundaries that feel good

    This isn’t about shutting down your whole life. It’s the little things that add up, like ditching your phone 30 minutes before bed, saying no to one extra thing each week, or giving yourself permission to take a 10-minute breather every couple of hours.

    Boundaries aren’t mean or selfish. They’re the energy filters we all need to stay sane.

    2. Switch up your morning routine

    Routine can turn robotic fast. So I change one small thing every week, maybe I swap my usual coffee for tea, take a new route on my walk, or try a different playlist.

    It’s a simple way to remind yourself your day doesn’t have to feel like Groundhog Day. Small changes make a big difference.

    Burnout is a slow drip, but you’re not powerless. Tiny shifts like these helped me stop running on empty and start showing up for myself again.

    If you want to read the full article and get into more honest, no-BS wellness talk, check out Odyssey Magazine’s milestone issue, I’m so grateful to be part of it.

    So if you’re tired-tired, start here. Because your energy and your peace are the whole point.

  • Burnout? Not hot. Protect your peace.

    Burnout? Not hot. Protect your peace.

    Let’s talk about hustle culture for a sec. Look, I am an ambitious girlie too. However, grinding 24/7, glorifying burnout, answering emails at 11PM like it’s cute. We’ve all been there. But let’s be real: constantly being “on” isn’t the flex it used to be.

    Being exhausted isn’t a personality trait. And honestly? Hustle culture is just corporate gaslighting in a hoodie.

    So if you needed someone to tell you it’s okay to slow down, hi, it’s me. Here are 5 little self-care hacks for when you’re ready to unsubscribe from the productivity cult and actually enjoy your life.

    Give yourself permission to be unproductive

    Yes, really. No checklists. No “just one more task.” Just you… chilling. Your worth is not measured by your output, babe. Sometimes the most productive thing you can do is absolutely nothing.

    Make it a vibe: wear your fluffiest socks, stare at the ceiling, or nap like you’re getting paid for it.

    Turn on DND and disappear into a good book or show

    You do not need to respond to that email right now. Or that group chat. Or that random DM from your ex.

    Put your phone on Do Not Disturb, grab a cosy blanket, get on the couch and binge that show you’ve already watched five times. Rewatching Vampire Diaries again? Iconic behaviour.

    Text someone you miss

    Connection is underrated. And sometimes, a simple “Hey, I was thinking of you” is enough to make someone’s day (and yours).

    No need for a deep convo or perfectly crafted message. Just hit send. Emotional support doesn’t have to be complicated.

    Have a solo moment (yes, that kind)

    Let’s stop pretending that self-care is only skincare and smoothies. Sometimes, some self-pleasure can work wonders for your mood.

    Pleasure isn’t just allowed, it’s essential. Your body deserves to feel good without guilt. Explore, connect, repeat.

    Romanticize something stupidly simple

    Light a scented candle before answering emails. Make your morning coffee like you’re starring in a French indie film. Put on a cute outfit just to go to the grocery store. Life isn’t always aesthetic, but you can make the tiniest moments feel special anyway.

    How can you achieve your goals, if you’re constantly exhausted? Take care of yourself first, everything else can wait.