How to Recover from Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS) isn't just being tired. It's a new form of fatigue that lasts for at least 6 months 🥱, and affects your daily routine at work 💼, home 🏠 and personal life 🧑🤝🧑. Taking naps, resting, or sleeping doesn’t seem to help you feel better at all 😖.
You’re probably experiencing Chronic Fatigue if you …
Wake up each morning feeling like you didn’t get enough rest 😪
Wake up many times through the night without knowing why 🥲
Have trouble concentrating, and focusing on your tasks 🆘
Have good days where you sleep well, and bad days where sleep is inconsistent yet you don’t feel normal 😬
How to Overcome Chronic Fatigue Syndrome and Feel Recharged/ Rejuvenated
Special rest days 🛋️- set aside one day each week to be free of responsibilities. You can do this by delegating the task to another person or by getting clear on the deadline (if it’s due in a month's time, you can surely take one day off working on it). What are some tasks which you commit to doing but are actually not moving the needle? Consider removing these tasks from your “to do list” altogether. Commit to a full day of rest and give your body it’s much needed time for healing, repair, allowing your body to recover from stress, anxiety and exhaustion.
Regular structured exercise 🤸- exercise has been shown effective in reducing fatigue, improving mental clarity and reducing risks of depression in patients with chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS). A recommendation would be to engage in exercises that last from 5-15 minutes each day for five days a week at home.
Establishing a regular bedtime routine 🛏️- disconnecting from devices📵, physically reducing activities, and reducing emotional stimulations such as avoiding late night news or getting into an argument about an event from the morning can help ease you into sleep, reduce vivid frightening dreams and help you stay asleep for prolonged duration.
Release the need for Stimulants 🙅♀️- you have the power and ability to turn away from caffeine, alcohol and tobacco, stimulants that increase your tendency to feel restless at night. Refrain from exercising 4 hours prior to sleeping as exercise can also increase brain activity resulting in difficulty to sleep at night.
Relaxation Techniques 😮💨 - Using deep breathing exercises, giving yourself a massage, meditating, listening to hypnotic audios, taking a relaxing bath with epsom salts, doing muscle relaxation can help manage symptoms of chronic fatigue.
Connection with loved ones💗 - Not everyone understands your level of exhaustion, disinterest and constant fatigue. However reaching out for support, being honest with your feelings and experiences can help you feel understood. Humans as social beings also benefit from social support for psychological and physical health.
Now I want to hear from you! What is ONE action you’re taking starting today to help you ease into sleep and wake up feeling recharged?
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