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Jay Shetty discusses the prevalence of feeling drained, exhausted, and burnt out, citing statistics that nearly half of young adults and almost half of women report experiencing these feelings. He introduces the "triple A" formula: Accept, Action, Attention - encouraging listeners to acknowledge negative emotions, take actionable steps to address them, and pay mindful attention to their mental state.
Shetty emphasizes the importance of not feeling the need to be at 100% energy all the time and communicating one's energy levels to others. He suggests strategies like canceling social events in advance, streamlining meetings, and having "reset days" for complete mental and physical rejuvenation. He also stresses the value of self-compassion, replacing inner criticism with supportive self-talk.
Other tips include strategically using stress to become more efficient, distancing oneself from stressors, ensuring adequate sleep, hydration, and nutrition, and mentally "washing away" draining thoughts before bed. The overall message is to proactively manage energy levels and stress through mindful acceptance, actionable steps, and self-compassion.
Key Episodes Takeaways
- Communicate your energy levels and limits to others instead of trying to mask low energy periods.
- Strategically use stress to become more efficient and streamline tasks.
- Ensure adequate sleep, hydration, and nutrition to support your energy levels.
- Mentally 'wash away' draining thoughts before bed to wake up refreshed.
- Don't feel the need to operate at 100% energy all the time.
- Acknowledge and accept negative emotions like feeling drained or burnt out, instead of suppressing them with toxic positivity.
- Take concrete actions to address those feelings, such as adjusting your schedule, saying no to social events, or taking a 'reset day.'
- Practice self-compassion by replacing inner criticism with supportive self-talk.
Top Episodes Quotes
- “I'm drained is a signal from your body to the mind, from your mind to your heart. Your body and mind are trying to tell you something. Pain makes you pay attention. But that attention needs to be followed by action, and that's often what we don't find.“ by Jay Shetty
- “Let me leave you with this idea of if you wake up in the morning and the dishes aren't done, how does it feel waking up to dirty dishes? That's what it feels like waking up when you didn't clean your mind before. Ask yourself at the end of every night when you're drained, what do I want to leave behind today?“ by Jay Shetty
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Episode Information
On Purpose with Jay Shetty
iHeartPodcasts
6/21/24
Do you often feel exhausted or burnt out?
Are you struggling to manage your stress levels?
Today, Jay talks about exhaustion, burnout, and stress, highlighting their prevalence with statistics showing that a significant portion of young adults and women report feeling drained. He introduces a practical approach to tackle these challenges, encapsulated in the "triple A" formula—Accept, Action, Attention—which encourages acknowledging negative feelings, taking actionable steps to address them, and paying mindful attention to one's mental state
Jay also introduces the concept of "reset periods," whether it's an hour, half-day, or full day, to allow for complete mental and physical rejuvenation. The importance of self-compassion is also emphasized, encouraging individuals to replace inner criticism with supportive self-talk, which can significantly improve overall well-being.
In this episode, you'll learn:
How to break negative thought cycle
How to manage your energy levels
How to use stress strategically
How to practice self-compassion
How to get out of stressful situation
Don’t let exhaustion control your life—take action today and start feeling refreshed and empowered. Listen now and share with someone who needs a boost!
With Love and Gratitude,
Jay Shetty
What We Discuss:
00:00 Intro
01:06 Do You Feel Drained?
03:10 #1: Learn to Break Repetitive Thoughts
06:27 #2: You Don’t Need to Be on Full Energy All the Time
10:20 #3: Learn to Say NO
14:05 #4: Be Strategic with Your Time
17:02 #5: Have a Reset Day
18:35 #6: Be Kind to Yourself
19:59 #7: Allow Yourself to Vent and Let It Out
21:24 #8: Get a Restful Sleep
23:00 #9: Wash Your Mind the Night Before
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