How can you deal with exhaustion when you’re an Empath?

For many Empaths, being ‘on’ all the time can be quite exhausting. I believe it’s a big reason why so many of us shut it off or shut people out.
So how do you deal with this? How do you stay connected with other people when it’s exhausting?

1 – Use a diary or calendar
I know this seems totally basic and practical, but for me it was the biggest step in managing exhaustion. Firstly, this means you won’t have a huge to do list running riot in your head and taking up space. Secondly, you can visually see what you’re doing with your time so it’s easier to manage how much you’re going to do. Which in turn helps you manage your energy.

2 – Have enough ‘me’ time.
I can’t stress this one enough! As humans we need connection, but as an Empath too much connection can be exhausting. So we need to find the balance between both.
For me that means time in my own house, sometimes in my PJ’s, no noise, not thinking about my to do list.
3 – Get enough sleep
Again, it seems so basic but it has a huge impact. When we’re tired, our ability to cope with anything is significantly lower. Work out how much sleep you need (for me it’s 8-9 hours) and get to bed at a regular time every night.
While you’re sleeping, have your phone on airplane mode and don’t have it on the charger. Empaths are sensitive to energy and that includes our phones.