Too Tired for Words: A Gentle Guide to Restoring Women's Energy


Too Tired for Words: A Gentle Guide to Restoring Women's Energy

At some point, nearly every woman has felt so exhausted she wanted to cry. For many, this isn’t occasional—it’s constant. Life phases like menopause, motherhood, night shifts, chronic stress, and financial hardship can turn fatigue into a daily companion.

When the tiredness hits, most of us reach for stimulants: coffee, soda, sugary snacks, or even herbs like guarana and cayenne. But these only create false energy—a brief surge followed by deeper depletion. They rob our bones of minerals, disturb sleep, and weaken our core vitality.

So how do we build true energy?

Embrace the Need to Rest

“Let go,” whispers Grandmother Growth, the wise inner voice of nature and healing. “You don’t have to push. Change is exhausting. Surrender to rest.”

Profound life changes like puberty, childbirth, grief, or menopause require immense energy. Even with excellent nutrition, you may still feel deeply tired. Honor your body’s call for stillness.

Take a full day off when you can. Ask for help. Retreat to a quiet room. Rest is not weakness—it’s powerful, restorative medicine.

Be Gentle with Yourself

  • Micro-Rests: Every hour, pause for 60 seconds. Breathe deeply. Stretch. Sip herbal tea or water.

  • Daily Rituals: Nap. Meditate. Add moments of stillness.

  • Weekly Indulgence: Soak in a hot bath, take a walk alone, or do something that brings you joy.

  • Monthly Rejuvenation: Schedule a massage—even barter for one if needed.

And maybe… lower your standards. Let the laundry wait. Skip the vacuuming. Follow your delight instead. Doing what brings you joy naturally energizes you.

Honor the Gifts of Fatigue

Fatigue, laziness, and procrastination often signal wisdom:

  • They prevent burnout.

  • Help you slow down and rethink.

  • Encourage creativity and efficiency.

List 10 good things about feeling tired—you may discover hidden truths and new paths forward.

Nourish Deeply with Food & Herbs

Seaweeds: Rich in minerals and iodine, seaweeds nourish your immune and hormonal systems. Add kelp, wakame, or kombu to meals regularly.

Root Energy: Build strength with tinctures of ginseng, yellow dock, or dandelion root. Start with 10–20 drops at mealtime.

Iron Boost: Tired blood? Try a spoonful of molasses or yellow dock tincture a few times a day.

Move Gently: Movement creates momentum. Do a few minutes of gentle twisting or pelvic rocking to invite energy back in.

Drink Your Greens

Nettle Infusion
Nettle is a powerhouse for adrenal strength and sustainable energy.
To make it:

  • Add 1 ounce dried nettle leaf to a quart jar.

  • Fill with boiling water, cap, and steep at least 4 hours.

  • Strain and drink throughout the day. Refrigerate leftovers (use within 36 hours or water your plants with it).

Oat Straw Infusion
Perfect for emotional fatigue and frayed nerves.
Make it like nettle infusion. Add honey, miso, or even a splash of whiskey. Drink hot or cold.

Eat Well and Often

When you’re tired, you may not feel like eating—but skipping meals drains you more.

  • Aim for one nourishing meal a day.

  • Snack on high-quality, whole foods every hour.

Healthy Fats & Vitamin E: Avocados, sunflower seeds, tahini, olive oil.
B Vitamins: Whole grains, organ meats, sweet potatoes, egg yolks, fish, oat straw, and nettle.
Iron: Molasses, dandelion, chocolate, seaweeds.
Potassium: Celery, cabbage, nettle, red clover.
Iodine: Seaweed, mushrooms, garden greens fertilized with kelp.

Herbs to Uplift and Soothe

  • St. Joan’s Wort (Hypericum): Boosts energy while calming nerves. Take 25–30 drops several times daily.

  • Ginger and Cinnamon: Warm and stimulating—try a tea, but avoid if prone to hot flashes.

What to Avoid

  • Cold and raw foods: These can sap energy, especially in colder weather. Stick to cooked, warming meals and infusions.

  • Trendy “superfoods”: Wheatgrass, spirulina, green powders often cost more and do less than humble nettle.

  • Caffeine and energy drinks: These drain your reserves and disturb your sleep cycle.

Let the Earth Restore You

“Rest in me,” murmurs Grandmother Growth. “Let the energy of the earth flow into you. You don’t have to do it all. You are enough. Let go.”

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