5 Ways to Manage Your Energy Like a Pro (Even When You Feel Like a Mom-bie)

Send Caitlin a Text!Between snack emergencies and the ‘second shift’ of mom life, your energy is constantly on E. This week, TULA Life Balanced’s Debra Doliner shares science-backed hacks to recharge—because literally ‘touching grass’ and 8-minute friend calls might just save your sanity.Get even more content from this episode’s blog post, here.Subscribe to our newsletter!—Who Should ListenMoms who collapse at 5 PM but still have 47 tasks to do.Anyone who’s ever thought, “I love my kids, but why does ‘Please play Frisbee with me’ sound like “Please run a marathon with me”? (Spoiler: Your energy cycles are not broken—just misunderstood.)Women who’ve chugged coffee at 9AM, 12PM, and 3 PM… yet still feel like a zombie. (Hydration hacks incoming!)—What You Get In This EpisodeEnergy ≠ TimePhysical energy ≠ mental energy. Example: "I can’t throw a Frisbee right now, but I can play a game."Hack: Front-load mentally taxing tasks when your brain is fresh (or after coffee kicks in).Hydration is a SuperpowerJust 2% dehydration slows brain function. Your emotional support water bottle isn’t optional—it’s survival gear.The 8-Minute Energy BoostCall a hype friend for 8 mins (Simon Sinek-approved!). Just get it off your chest!“Touch Grass” LiterallyBare feet on grass = instant mood boost. Yes, even if your neighbor side-eyes you.Breathing for EnergyInhale 80%, pause, inhale 20%, exhale = calm. Reverse it = energy. Check out Yoga With Tim.—BiosCaitlin & Jenny: Educators, moms, and glitter survivors. Follow our chaos on your favorite podcast and social media apps.Debra Doliner is Caitlin’s friend and Austin Head of Marketing + Growth for TULA Life Balanced, Inc.—Mentioned In This EpisodeTULA Life Balanced App (Use code GROWNUP20 for 20% off!)Yuka App ("Scan your pantry and weep over your Oreos.")Yoga With Tim on YouTubeClinique Black Honey Almost LipstickWelcome to Not Quite Grownup. Let's do this.  Subscribe to join other Not Quite Grownups here >>>Follow on Instagram and Threads @not_quite_grownup.Please, rate, review, and subscribe for more Not Quite Grownup stories. Love you, mean it. Support the showVisit notquitegrownup.com for more content and the latest updates. Or connect on social media @not_quite_grownup on Instagram and Threads.