How do you recover from autistic burnout?

[Anonymous]

Like I have been through so much in the past few months a toxic workplace that berated and put down people. A toxic abusive relationship where I was both verbally and physically abused. How do I start to recover from all this

[Oliverlogan263]

Here are some suggestions for recovering from autistic burnout:

- Give yourself permission to rest. Don't push yourself to do too much right away. Slowly ease back into your routine.

- Spend time doing relaxing, low-stimulation activities you enjoy, like watching comforting movies, playing video games, doing a hobby, etc.

- Be gentle with yourself. Talk to yourself with compassion as you would a good friend.

- Limit or avoid triggers that cause anxiety and stress if possible. Don't force socializing if it's overwhelming.

- Spend time in nature if able. Sunshine, fresh air and greenery can help boost your mood.

- Eat healthy foods and stay hydrated. Take care of your physical needs to support your mental health.

- Consider talking to a counselor. They can help you process trauma in a healthy way.

- Nurture your support system. Lean on friends/family for help and company if they don't drain your energy.

- Be patient with your recovery progress. It takes time to heal, so celebrate small wins instead of harsh self-judgment.

- Take things one day at a time. Don't put pressure on timelines if you're not ready. Your wellbeing comes first.

You've got this! Focus on self-care - you deserve to feel calm and safe again. Let me know if any other tips would help. You've survived worse, so you've totally got this too.

[rosemilk]

take PTO from that work place or find a new job

as for the relationship, if it's over, clear everything of that person from you. also you probably need to seek therapy because that is some heavy stuff and some people can't handle that on their own

for immediate relief, like honestly sometimes i just sit in the dark in the bathroom or wherever where there's complete silence. take a few days to yourself. surround yourself with things you like (food, tv shows, whatever)

[rosemilk]

i'm guessing you know your triggers, so try to minimize being around triggers as much as possible.

[petitedollbabee]

Time. I’m not autistic but I am neurodivergent. I experience burnout a few times per year. Sometimes it takes weeks, sometimes months to recover. But ultimately it just takes time for me to return to my ‘normal’. Aswell as staying away from people and social environments as much as possible, as that is unbearable when I’m going through burnout.

[jahaims]

Therapy