8 signs that your body and mind are exhausted

Sleep disturbances—difficulty falling asleep, frequent awakenings, or unrefreshing sleep—are never insignificant. They signal an imbalance between mental workload and recovery.

The right approach: establish a gentle bedtime ritual, avoid screens and try herbal teas or guided meditation.

You’re becoming hypersensitive. Does
a simple comment upset you? Your emotional tolerance threshold may be lower. This heightened reactivity could be a sign of emotional overload.

The right reaction: find an outlet: talk, write, draw… Expressing what you feel lightens the inner burden.

Your body is showing signs of anxiety.
Headaches, muscle tension, digestive problems… The body can become a silent spokesperson for stress.

The best solution is to consult a doctor to rule out any physical causes, without excluding emotional causes. Further tests may prove useful.

You often feel like crying for no apparent reason.
Frequent tears can be a sign of accumulated emotional fatigue. Your body is releasing what you’ve repressed for too long.

The right approach: surround yourself with people you trust, share your feelings without shame, and move on.
Feeling empty or generally indifferent?
A feeling of detachment from everything—work, loved ones, interests—is a significant warning sign. This form of apathy can indicate profound exhaustion, or even the beginnings of depression.

The right thing to do: don’t isolate yourself. Talk to an expert, even for an initial consultation. Solutions exist, and most importantly, you’re not alone.

Listening to your body is already a step towards feeling better.

Fatigue is not a weakness, it’s a defense mechanism. Recognizing its signs demonstrates self-awareness and self-respect. Sometimes, regaining control simply means knowing when to stop.