Stay SEAFiT: How to cope with mental fatigue

Stay SEAFiT: How to cope with mental fatigue

by The Editorial Team

 April 13, 2023

in Maritime Knowledge, Mental

Image credit: Shuttestock

Mental fatigue refers to a state of chronic exhaustion that can happen from ongoing stress.

Mental fatigue may cause problems with concentration, mood, and emotional state. It can result in feelings of depletion and numbness to your surroundings.

You might notice mental fatigue, if you:

• often work or study for long hours with few or no breaks
• spend a lot of time each day dealing with overwhelming responsibilities
• live with mental health symptoms
• devote a lot of mental energy each day to thinking through problems, worries, or other sources of stress

7 strategies to reduce mental fatigue

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#1 Prioritize important tasks when your energy is highest

#2 Devote at least 5-10 minutes each day to meditation

#3 Take regular breaks to recharge

#4  Engage in meaningful hobbies that creatively challenge your brain

#5 Put your phone on silent and set boundaries when you log into social media

#6 Focus on getting enough quality sleep

#7 Take care of your physical well-being to feel more energized