Do you sleep eight hours but still wake up feeling groggy? Coffee no longer gives you energy and weekends don't bring you a sense of relaxation?
This means that fatigue has long become the norm for you, but this is not normal.
So your body is screaming for help, but you don't hear the call.
Chronic stress is not just about emotions.
It causes hormonal imbalance: the adrenal glands constantly produce cortisol, which leads to inflammation, weight gain and a feeling of being “squeezed out of your skin”.
Visit an endocrinologist: sometimes fatigue can be a sign of serious illnesses such as hypothyroidism or deficiencies (for example, vitamin D).
Screen time is a silent energy killer.
Blue light from gadgets suppresses melatonin production, which disrupts sleep cycles. Even if you get enough sleep, your brain does not go through all the recovery phases.
Hidden food intolerances are another reason.
Dairy, gluten, or sugar can trigger low-grade inflammation that you don't notice until your body starts to "shut down" around midday.
Expert tip: Replace an hour spent on social media with a walk in the park. Sunlight and movement will do a better job of resetting your circadian rhythms than any energy drink ever could.
Do a 24-hour digital detox. Turn off notifications, put your phone in another room. You'll be surprised how much time and energy you'll free up.
