You Won't Believe These Hidden Energy Drains!
Why You’re Still Exhausted—And How to Fix It Without Doing More!
You’re trying to do everything right.
✔️ Eating healthier.
✔️ Getting enough rest.
✔️ Moving your body.
✔️ Managing stress.
And yet… you’re still exhausted.
If you’ve ever found yourself thinking, “What else am I supposed to do?”—you’re not alone.
I used to wonder the same thing. Until I discovered an invisible energy drain that was zapping my energy before I even realized it.
And the good news? It’s something you can fix without adding more to your plate.
The Grocery Store Moment That Stopped Me in My Tracks
Let me take you back to a moment that should have been simple—but completely wiped me out.
It was shortly after my breast cancer journey, and I was standing in the grocery store, staring at the shelves.
I only needed one thing.
But suddenly, my brain was spinning:
- Organic or conventional? (I knew organic was better for me, but…)
- Almond milk or oat milk? (Which one was actually better?)
- Which brand had less sugar? (Grabs every carton, checks labels… now what?)
Before I knew it, I had a headache and could barely function for the rest of the day.
It wasn’t the shopping trip itself that exhausted me—it was the mental overload of making all those tiny decisions.
The Hidden Energy Drain Stealing Your Strength
What I didn’t realize at the time was that my energy wasn’t just being drained by the big things—like sleep, stress, or nutrition.
It was slipping away through teeny, tiny, invisible leaks.
Like the mental exhaustion of making thousands of decisions every single day.
Did you know we make over 35,000 decisions a day?
🧠 What to wear.
🍽️ What to eat.
📧 How to respond to that email or text message!
Every single one costs you energy.
And by the time you get to the important things—like making healthy food choices, moving your body, or doing something that brings you joy—you’re already tapped out.
How to Reduce Decision Fatigue & Reclaim Your Energy
So… what do we do about it?
Here’s the good news: you don’t need to do more to get your energy back—you need to do LESS.
One of the easiest ways to preserve energy? Simplify your decisions.
Steve Jobs Knew This Trick
Steve Jobs was known for wearing the same black turtleneck, blue jeans, and New Balance sneakers every single day.
Not because he didn’t care about fashion—but because fewer choices meant more energy for what mattered.
Now, you don’t need to wear the same outfit every day (unless you want to!). But you can create small systems that make everyday choices effortless.
Try This: Create Your Own “Autopilot” System
Here’s a simple way to eliminate unnecessary decisions and free up energy:
✔️ Create a Go-To Breakfast Routine
Instead of debating what to eat every morning, rotate between three simple, healthy breakfasts.
🔹 My personal favorite? Oatmeal with almond butter and blueberries. I’ve been having it for 15+ years—because it’s easy, delicious, and keeps me full for hours.
✔️ Pre-Decide What to Wear
If getting dressed drains your energy, create a “capsule wardrobe”—a handful of outfits that make you feel confident and comfortable.
✔️ Make Food Choices Ahead of Time
Plan three easy dinner ideas for the week. That way, at 6 PM, you’re not standing in front of the fridge wondering what to cook.
It’s Not About Doing More—It’s About Doing Less
Most of us think we need to do more to get our energy back.
More exercise. More green smoothies. More self-care.
But the truth is… the solution is often doing less—fewer decisions, fewer energy leaks, and more simplicity.
So if you’ve been feeling drained, ask yourself:
❓ What small choices could I simplify today?
❓ What decisions could I make once instead of every single day?
And remember—this is about progress, not perfection.
✨ The tiniest shift can make the biggest difference.
Want to Learn More? Read the full blog 👉🏻 Why You’re Always Tired—And How to Regain Your Energy Naturally!
And if today’s post resonated with you, leave a comment—I’d love to hear what small shift you plan to make!