excellence, actually Restless Exhaustion: What to Do When You Just Can't Turn Off
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Aug 7, 2025 Learn about the phenomenon of restless exhaustion, where fatigue meets an inability to relax. Discover the two types of this condition and how modern life exacerbates it. Explore mindful tech habits to reduce anxiety and enhance well-being. Uncover practical strategies for better sleep, like journaling before bed. Find out how to channel excess energy through physical activities, and address the pressures high performers face. Gain insights into overcoming feelings of inadequacy while prioritizing rest for optimal productivity.
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Energy vs Activation Mismatch
- Restless exhaustion is a mismatch between low energy and high nervous system activation.
- Relaxing can't be forced; it follows from reducing activation, not just telling yourself to relax.
Athlete's Taper Tantrums
- Athletes experience 'taper tantrums' when resting before events, feeling anxious to maintain fitness.
- This restlessness pushes them to do unnecessary workouts, undermining their performance.
Modern Life Hijacks Nervous System
- The modern world hijacks our nervous system by keeping it on constant alert for threats.
- Constant digital stimulation tricks the brain into feeling unsafe, preventing it from calming down.
