This isn't another self-help book filled with impossible advice. "Running on Empty" is your honest, humorous companion through the messy reality of teen burnout. From the moment author realizes she can't even put a spoon in the dishwasher without feeling overwhelmed, readers will recognize their own struggles with decision fatigue, emotional overload, and the crushing weight of trying to "do it all."
Written with special understanding for neurodivergent teens (ADHD, autism, and other brain differences), this book offers practical, bite-sized strategies that actually work. Learn to recognize burnout's sneaky warning signs, master the art of saying "no" without guilt, rediscover joy in small moments, and build a life that feels authentically yours—not just a carbon copy of everyone else's expectations.
With chapters covering everything from "The Day I Realized I Was Toast" to "Living a Life That Actually Feels Like Yours," this guide combines scientific insights with laugh-out-loud humor and real-world wisdom. It's like having a late-night conversation with your most understanding friend—one who gets that sometimes resilience looks like crying, eating a snack, and trying again tomorrow.
Perfect for overwhelmed teens, worried parents, and anyone who's ever felt like they're drowning in their own life, "Running on Empty" proves that burnout isn't a character flaw—it's a fixable problem. And yes, you can learn to thrive again, one small step at a time.
