Has this ever happened to you? Trying to squeeze one more trip out of those last few drops of fuel is, for some people, a wonderful hobby! They know EXACTLY how far that gauge can move before the car is actually out of gas.
In a former life, I worked in an autoshop, and saw cars come in with complaints of decreased performance, chugging, or not even starting. Turns out, many cars have their fuel pump located inside the gas tank. This does several things: the gas keeps the pump from overheating, there’s less contamination, and there’s less chance of exposure to air rusting out the fuel pump. This also means that, if you constantly run your tank low, you risk overheating your pump, clogging the filter with sediment from the tank (usually that stuff just sinks to the bottom and doesn’t bother the pump), and shortening the overall lifespan with added stress.
We’re much more complex than cars, but there are certainly some similarities! Do you have warning lights that let you know when you’re running low? Do you find that trying to squeeze out “one more trip” when physical, emotional, or psychological resources are drained is shortening your lifespan? Does it inhibit your performance?
Then find ways to refill! Make sure you are taking care of you! Sometimes it only takes a few minutes of rest, relaxation, meditation, or conversation. Whatever it is, don’t put it off until after you do one more thing!
If you’re struggling to find a way to fill-up, give us a call! One of our therapists can work with you and your family to ensure you see finding ways to fully engage in life!
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