Sit down to do chores whenever you can and schedule resting periods during the day.
Doing things for yourself is very important, but try not to feel guilty if you have to ask other people to help. Often, friends and relatives want to help and are pleased to be asked.
Keeping a fatigue diary can help you see how treatment affects your energy levels and allow you to plan activities for times when you have more energy. While some people feel less tired in the mornings, others cope better in the afternoon. Try to plan bigger tasks to fit in with the time of day when you feel least tired. This diary can help you to keep a record of your energy levels during cancer treatment.
Make a bedtime routine. Spend time relaxing before you go to bed; turn off the TV one hour before, have a bath, if possible, read or listen to music.
Aerobic or relaxation exercise may be the last thing you feel like doing, however, sometimes, the less you do, the less you feel like doing. We know that light to moderate exercise every day helps people with cancer to feel better and can give them more energy. Walk around the house or the garden or use indoor exercise equipment. Ask your doctor or nurse about other exercises that can help, like stretching or yoga.
Eat and drink well. Make healthy foods when you feel well. Freeze them to eat later. Eating helps you keep up your strength. Some people find it easier to eat five or six small meals or healthy snacks instead of three big meals.
Complementary and alternative therapies may help, but always consult with your chemotherapy care team about them.