Gently Lead Yourself out of a Slump ˚ ༘ ೀ⋆｡˚
Finding yourself in a slump after a productive streak has to be one of the worst feelings in the world. I wrote an entire series in two days, most of it on the first day, and now I feel awful because I pushed myself.
Toxic productivity is more like it. I stayed up longer than I should’ve, and I pushed physical boundaries while others were pushing my mental and emotional boundaries and myself as well. Not a good combination.
Even the simplest things felt like too much. Laundry, replying to people, and talking to people in general. So I wondered what I should do… because I still needed to write, because this is my fun time, my hobby.
Do you actually want to get out of a slump or are you comfortable?
If you read this entire post, save it however and then you’re like, “yep I’m gonna come back to this,” knowing deep down you’re not, there’s your answer. Comfort can be tricky. But if you have goals, you’re going to need to step out of it and choose what you know you should do over than what you’d rather do if it isn’t benefiting you.
This is where I take the time to be honest about why I'm feeling this way and I rounded it up to this:
Lack of physical activity
Change your perspective - productivity isn’t meant to drain you. If that’s how you see it, no wonder you feel stuck. Think about the life you want, feel into it, and let that lead you. If the destination feels good, the journey should too.
Focus on small wins - watching a video and thinking, “I’m gonna have the perfect routine now— my days are gonna be perfect because I’m gonna follow these steps” is the fastest way to crash again.
Stretch - the most basic, but necessary thing. I want to improve my physical health, but I know that jumping back into working out will do more harm than good, most likely pulling me into a deeper slump.
Youtube’s such a good kickstart for me — I see them doing their thing and I’m instantly up doing mine. Especially Alessya, since she talks mental health too.
Drink water but add electrolytes (which for critical for many bodily functions) to it by incorporating ingredients like sea/himalayan salt, honey, lemon or lime juice, or even drink coconut water if you have it on hand. Magnesium, calcium, potassium & sodium.
Grab a pen and paper or open a blank document and just write - anything at all. Let it out. Then take a moment to clear your physical space. Make your bed, tidy a shelf, sweep or vacuum— whatever helps you create a sense of clarity and calm.
Be intentional - I know I just said to turn your phone off, but if you don’t, at least change what you’re consuming. Play some uplifting music, watch fun or lighthearted YouTube videos, whatever helps. Avoid anything that feels negative, even if it’s meant to be a joke. Just steer clear.
Go outside - feel the ground, the breeze, the sun or moon on your skin. Be here - this moment’s the only one that matters right now.
Challenge yourself. Shake up your routine and build momentum, something small to look forward to. Try a new recipe, draw daily for a few days, or cut your screen time a bit. Little shifts help you feel in control again.
Do something you love - music, sketching, dancing, whatever feels good. It eases pressure, rebuilds energy, and reminds you who you are beyond the moment. I use a dopamine menu and pick something based on my energy: low, medium, or high effort.
Remember the hard part is starting but once you do, everything else flows almost effortlessly <3
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