Burnt Out? Four Tiny Daily Actions That Really Help

If you’ve been feeling flat, scattered, or quietly exhausted, this gentle craft-with-me video is for you - and honestly, it’s for me too. In today’s video, I’m sharing a simple daily practice inspired by 'The DOSE Effect' by TJ Power, not as another self-help system to 'perfect' you, but as a soft, human companion you can return to when life feels full. While creating a DOSE reference bookmark and weekly diary page tabs inside my junk journal planner, I explore four groups of tiny daily actions that support our nervous system in healthy, sustainable ways: • Dopamine – motivation, drive, and progress • Oxytocin – connection, trust, and safety • Serotonin – balance, consistency, and self-respect • Endorphins – relief, pleasure, and nervous system release As a registered psychotherapist, I know how these systems work but as a human being, I still forget. That’s why this practice isn’t about tracking behaviour, productivity, or perfection. It’s about noticing what helps, even a little. This video blends: ✨junk journaling and planner setup ✨mindful crafting and creative flow ✨therapist-informed mental health reflections ✨practical nervous system support for everyday life You’ll see how I use: ✨my free 'DOSE' inspired Reference printable (available on my Ko-fi page): https://ko-fi.com/s/1a0f13e5f6 ✨my free January Junk Journal Planner Kit (available on my Ko-fi page): https://ko-fi.com/s/b2ee3a7682 If you enjoy slow crafting, junk journal planners, mental health journaling, or creative self-care that feels grounded and realistic, you’re very welcome here. Settle in, grab your scraps, and let’s make something that helps us feel a little more human again 🌿 ----- Chapters: 0:00 – A Gentle Start 1:24 – Crafting With Intention 2:17 – The DOSE Effect Explained 2:43 – Creating the DOSE Bookmark 11:03 – Weekly Tabs as Gentle Reminders 19:05 – Dopamine: Progress Creates Motivation 21:18 – Oxytocin: Connection Creates Calm 23:23 – Serotonin: Consistency Creates Stability 26:09 – Endorphins: Pleasure Soothes the Nervous System 27:37 – A Companion Practice ----- Disclaimer: Please remember, this video and resource is for gentle reflection and wellbeing support only. It does not replace personal therapy, medical advice, or mental health treatment.