spend time in nature
You don’t have to exercise to reap the benefits of time spent in nature; You just have to be there. Any green space Might work, and if there’s water, that’s even better. even seeing water virtually Can help promote feelings of calmness.
use your commute
If you don’t have any other time to work on burnout recovery and you also have travel, consider using that time to self-study what practical tasks can help. I love podcasts. It may take some experimentation to find a podcast that won’t increase your anxiety by promoting hustle culture, so shop around. Here’s a list to get you started: 7 podcasts to help you deal with burnout.
learn something new
It may seem odd to add something else to your plate when you’re already very busy, but for some people, learning is like breathing air. If they are not learning, they become depressed. If this is you, negotiate with your employer to see if they will allow you to take on any different responsibilities, as well as delegate the work you dislike to someone else. Since people like different things, your least favorite activity may be someone else’s favorite.
make a plan
You’ll probably feel better if you have a plan to move from a situation that is causing you fatigue to a better place. Even if it takes a long time to accomplish, seeing progress toward change can be satisfying and certainly better than feeling stuck and accepting terrible circumstances as permanent. If you’re feeling too tired and pessimistic to take action, a therapist or coach can provide support through this process.
