The Sneaky Habit That’s Wearing You Down

I’ve been thinking lately about how resilience doesn’t usually get worn down by the big things. It’s often the small, everyday habits we barely notice that slowly chip away at us.

Things like:

Saying yes when you’re already exhausted
Scrolling just a bit longer when your brain actually needs rest
Letting that negative inner voice run unchecked
Pushing through when your body is clearly asking for a pause

None of these feel dramatic in the moment. But over time, they add up. And suddenly you’re feeling flat, overwhelmed, or more reactive than usual, without really knowing why.

For me, one of the biggest drains has been trying to do too much in a day and convincing myself I should be able to handle it all. That habit looks productive on the outside, but it quietly drains my energy and resilience if I’m not careful.

So I wanted to throw this question out to you… What’s one habit you’ve noticed drains you more than it helps? Because once we notice these things, we can start making small changes that actually support us instead of wearing us down.

I’d love to hear your thoughts below.

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