Suddenly exhausted

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Suddenly exhausted

Hard to talk loud enough for precious lil "people" to hear

Sick and tired of everyone and everything, including myself

usually on the way to work, struggling to stay awake.

it's only getting worse with age.

diet has to improve

sleep has to improve

no idea how to make them improve

instant gratification

underlying issue

Fatigue is a big problem for me too. Nervous system is constantly on high alert, so there are limited resources left over for basic self-care. I think running on fumes becomes so familiar we start to think it's normal. Exhaustion hits suddenly and out of nowhere it hurts just to walk or think or hear someone speak in the next room.

Things that have helped me: meditation, randomisation of inconsequential decisions, working really hard to improve interoception so it doesn't come 'out of nowhere' and I'm more conscious of the factors involved, strategic use of noise-cancelling headphones, self-directed CBT around stressors.

It is a profoundly unpleasant experience. I hope it gets better for you soon.

I hope you feel better soon.