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# Low Spoon Living

Tips for living with burnout, ADHD and other disabilities that limit energy

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## Posts

- [5 high protein easy meals for when it's too hot to cook](https://lowspoonliving.com/5-high-protein-easy-meals-for-when-its-too-hot-to-cook/) - 5 high protein meal ideas that don’t use appliances and need very little prep. Great for hot summer days when you don’t want to cook.
- [About this site and its purpose](https://lowspoonliving.com/about-this-site/) - Hi, I'm Suzanne. I created Low Spoon Living because I got tired of health and productivity advice that assumes you have unlimited energy to implement it. I have an adult daughter with ADHD and autism, and a lot of what I've learned about executive dysfunction, motivation, and just getting through the day came from figuring
- [Desk exercise equipment I've tried: what worked and what didn’t](https://lowspoonliving.com/desk-exercise-equipment-ive-tried-what-worked-and-what-didnt/) - Honest reviews of desk exercise gadgets from someone with real health reasons to keep moving. No gym required, no coordination assumed.
- [The kitchen menu that replaced my meal plan (and how to create one)](https://lowspoonliving.com/the-kitchen-menu-that-replaced-my-meal-plan-and-how-to-create-one/) - Make a kitchen menu of meals you can cook from what you already have, so deciding what to eat takes seconds. Free template inside.
- [How to get things done when you can’t get started - part 2](https://lowspoonliving.com/how-to-get-things-done-when-you-cant-get-started-part-2/) - The procrastination trick that was ironically hiding in my email backlog
- [38 Easy Ways to Make Tooth Brushing a Habit](https://lowspoonliving.com/38-tips-to-motivate-consistent-tooth-brushing/) - This article explores why it can be hard to consistently brush teeth for you or your child and offers some possible solutions.
- [How to get enough fiber effortlessly](https://lowspoonliving.com/how-to-get-enough-fiber-effortlessly/) - How to get more fiber when you have no time or energy for elaborate cooking
- [10 Household Chores You Can Skip (and Why It’s Okay)](https://lowspoonliving.com/10-household-chores-you-can-skip-and-why-its-okay/) - Household chores can feel endless. The truth is, many of the tasks we think we “should” do every day are not actually necessary. Some habits come from older advice, while others are simply social expectations that stuck around. The good news is that a lot of these chores can be skipped without causing problems. In
- [10 simple foods to get a good nights sleep](https://lowspoonliving.com/10-simple-foods-to-get-a-good-nights-sleep/) - Top ten foods that help you get a better nights sleep according to science.
- [What is the spoon theory](https://lowspoonliving.com/what-is-the-spoon-theory/) - The Spoon Theory, by Christine Miserandino, uses spoons as a metaphor for energy limits in those with chronic illnesses or disabilities. It describes how such individuals must ration their energy for daily activities, which healthy people might take for granted, and how depleting their "spoons" leads to exhaustion and the need for rest.
- [Best Headphones and Earplugs for Misophonia in 2026](https://lowspoonliving.com/best-headphones-and-earplugs-for-misophonia-in-2026/) - Struggling with people’s chewing, tapping or breathing sounds? Here’s what actually helps, from earplugs to premium noise cancelling headphones, with honest pros and cons.
- [Binaural Beats Can a sound improve focus?](https://lowspoonliving.com/binaural-beats-can-a-sound-improve-focus/) - Binaural beats have gained some interest as a tool for enhancing productivity, with claims that they can reduce anxiety, improve focus, memory, and even sleep quality. While some consider binaural beats as a possible productivity hack, others are more skeptical about their effectiveness. What Are Binaural Beats? Binaural beats are created when each ear hears
- [Easy one pot rice cooker recipe: Kimchi fried rice](https://lowspoonliving.com/easy-one-pot-rice-cooker-recipe-kimchi-fried-rice/) - Today’s recipe was brought to you by a ruptured disc in my back making it hard to stand without pain for long, and leftover kimchi in the fridge that nobody was eating. The recipe was inspired by Cook with Dana and is the second “one pot rice cooker” recipe after my first, which was the
- [Tender Keto Slow Cooker Meatloaf](https://lowspoonliving.com/tender-keto-slow-cooker-meatloaf/) - A tender keto slow cooker meatloaf made with pork, beef, almond meal and simple seasonings. No breadcrumbs, minimal prep, and only 3g net carbs per serve. My favorite thing to do is find recipes that are low effort but also nutritious and share them on this blog. This slow cooker meatloaf fits that brief and
- [Easy Eats: Tuna Couscous Comfort in a Bowl](https://lowspoonliving.com/easy-eats-tuna-couscous-comfort-in-a-bowl/) - No cook tuna and couscous bowl. One pot meal, ready in under ten minutes. Dairy free, cholesterol free, you don’t even need a kitchen or a fridge.
- [The nudge theory: how can it improve your life at home?](https://lowspoonliving.com/the-nudge-theory-how-can-it-improve-your-life-at-home/) - Nudges are subtle changes in the environment that guide positive behavior without restricting freedom of choice. This concept, elaborated in Thaler and Sunstein's 2008 book, leverages human psychology to steer decisions towards better health, wealth, and happiness.
- [Best Smart Home Automations of 2025 (User tested)](https://lowspoonliving.com/best-smart-home-automations-of-2025-user-tested/) - Home automations and hacks most often used to save time and energy.
- [Easy Mini Rice Cooker Fried Rice – One Pot Full Meal](https://lowspoonliving.com/easy-mini-rice-cooker-fried-rice-one-pot-full-meal/) - I used to think rice cookers were just for rice (go figure), but after seeing people cook entire meals in them, I finally had to get one. With our kitchen currently torn apart for renovations, it felt like the perfect time to actually give it a try too. So earlier this week, I fired it
- [Easy Eats: Scrambled eggs in a mug](https://lowspoonliving.com/easy-eats-scrambled-eggs-in-a-mug/) - An easy no prep no washing up egg recipe in celebration of world egg day - Microwave scrambled eggs in a mug with optional additions
- [Finch: The ultimate productivity app for the unmotivated](https://lowspoonliving.com/finch-the-ultimate-productivity-app-for-the-unmotivated/) - I try a lot of productivity apps, with each one promising that this time, things will be different. This time I will become productive, motivated, and finally get all the things done. A few days pass and the icon sits on my screen mocking me .. until it’s uninstalled in an attempt to banish the feeling of
- [5 Smoothie Making tips to avoid a Ton of Washing Up](https://lowspoonliving.com/5-smoothie-making-tips-to-avoid-a-ton-of-washing-up/) - Smoothies are a quick and easy way to get a nutritious meal or snack, but if you hate washing dishes, the thought of cleaning up can be a major barrier to making them. Fortunately, there are a few tricks to making smoothies without ending up with a pile of dirty dishes. Here’s how to keep
- [Easy eats - Dense Bean Salad](https://lowspoonliving.com/easy-eats-dense-bean-salad/) - There’s something undeniably comforting about a hearty bean salad, where every bite is packed with plant-based protein, vibrant vegetables, and delicious dressing. Not only is it nutritious and tasty, but it’s also something you can throw together with minimal effort on busy or low energy days. Bean salads are nothing new and have a long
- [Declutter your home effortlessly, one item a day](https://lowspoonliving.com/declutter-your-home-effortlessly-one-item-a-day/) - The Quick Version: To declutter your home in a way that feels manageable and not overwhelming, try removing one item every day for a year. Whether you throw away, give away, donate, or sell your item, the goal is to have one less thing in your home each day. For more tips keep reading. For me,
- [Easy Potluck Breakfast Ideas for Work](https://lowspoonliving.com/easy-potluck-breakfast-ideas-for-work/) - A potluck breakfast at work can be a great way to bond with colleagues and start the day on a positive note. But having to bring a dish can sometimes be a little stressful. It would be nice to impress your coworkers without a lot of time and effort in the kitchen, so below are
- [How to get things done when you can’t even get started - body doubling](https://lowspoonliving.com/how-to-get-things-done-when-you-cant-even-get-started-body-doubling/) - How often does this happen to you? The dishes are piling up, the assignment / work task is due in three days but you are frozen. You WANT and NEED to get started but just simply can’t. So you stay where you are, berating yourself for not doing the task.If this happens to you, here
- [24 No prep, no cook breakfast ideas](https://lowspoonliving.com/24-no-prep-no-cook-breakfast-ideas-that-are-not-bread-2/) - Let’s face it mornings are hard. The thought of cooking is just... ugh, but you need to eat and preferably eat something that doesn’t remind you of cardboard and has more nutritional value than just sugar. From the protein packed simplicity of hard-boiled eggs to the convenience of grab-and-go fruits, these are super simple, yet

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