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Any tips for mitigating brain fatigue doe to social activity? (lemmy.world)
submitted 6 months ago by to c/autism@lemmy.world
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Lately, I need to be attending more meetings at work. Longer meetings as well.

I use an icepack to recover from the forebrain exhaustion I feel, but I wonder if anyone has any thoughts on improving my social stamina.

Prep techniques? Supplements?

Thanks fam

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[–] 5 points 6 months ago (4 children)

I'd be wary of supplements unless you're aware you're not getting enough of something in particular.

One of the best things I've found for combating fatigue is staying hydrated. Most people don't drink enough water, and dehydration makes fatigue worse.

Other techniques I can advise are anything that gives you some personal time to decompress a bit. Personally, I love doing things like reading or cooking to offset stressful activity that burns me out. I've also found regular exercise to help with fatigue: I do just a very basic combination of cardio and calisthenics 3 times a week.

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  • [–] 4 points 6 months ago (1 child)

    And to add to that, if you are AuDHD like me and take stimulant meds, salt/electrolytes made a big difference for me since all the water I was drinking I just peed out. I use an unsweetened hydration powder once a day, and I no longer avoid adding salt to foods I make. That said I don't regularly eat many processed foods that have excessive amounts of salt, either.

    My sodium levels were normal in blood tests, and are still normal even with this change, but I retain more water when I'm not able to drink a lot or not having enough access to a bathroom. But others may need to keep an eye on it, especially if you have heart risk factors, so ask your doctor.

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