- [Amanda] Hey there, Psych2Goers.
Have you ever heard of depression tiredness?
Chances are you've experienced it,
but likely don't know what it's called,
or how to describe it.
Depression tiredness is being mentally exhausted
from trying to fight off
all the negative thoughts that can make you feel worthless,
meaningless, or unimportant.
It's so much more than feeling tired,
and can affect your life in many ways,
from your lifestyle to how you interact with others.
Sometimes it feels as if depression is inescapable.
To help put these complex feelings into words,
here are four ways depression tiredness can manifest.
Number one, being so physically and mentally drained,
that small things can feel impossible.
Is getting outta bed like a battle within itself?
With depression, it's a real valid struggle.
Someone with depression
has to deal with negative self thoughts and questions,
like what's the point, on repeat.
This can wear you down,
and as time goes on, seemingly small things,
like getting out of bed and chores can be daunting.
Depression tiredness isn't laziness or procrastinating.
Rather, it's emotional and physical burnout
on a deeper level.
When someone is struggling with this,
the best thing to do is to be patient and empathetic.
Number two, being exhausted from existing,
but not truly being able to live.
Have you ever thought about the difference
between existing and living?
In short, existence is the state of being alive
often by doing the bare necessities.
Whereas living means to enjoy and savor life.
This may seem like a small distinction,
but it's important to understand
when it comes to depression tiredness.
With depression tiredness,
you have the energy, just enough to exist rather than live,
which can be mentally and physically draining.
It's not that you don't want to enjoy life.
Rather, it can feel impossible to.
Depression tiredness weighs you down all the time,
but with understanding and support,
one can help those experiencing this.
Number three, feeling tired from having to put up a front.
Does depression make you constantly have to fake your smile,
or pretend to be happy?
If so, you know exactly how exhausting it can be.
With the fear of bringing the mood down
lingering at the back of your mind,
you make the Herculean effort of putting up a front
wherever you go.
This can wear you down,
and eventually you could start avoiding
going out altogether.
Coping with this depends on each unique person.
But a good thing to remember is that it's not your fault.
You don't have to pretend to be happy all the time,
and the people who really care about you understand that.
It helps to not be afraid to ask for help
when things become difficult.
And number four,
being drained from not enjoying things you used to.
Did you have a hobby you really enjoyed,
but now you just can't get back into it?
This is an apt description
of a lot of people with depression tiredness.
As you spiral further into negative thought cycles,
hobbies such as drawing, playing an instrument,
or reading can become draining and unenjoyable.
It's not that you're bored of them,
rather, it goes deeper,
to not getting pleasure from life in general.
If this describes you,
you don't have to feel bad for being lazy or unproductive.
Take the time to heal, and seek professional help.
And when you're ready,
your hobbies will still be there for you.
Depression is much like a weight
that follows someone around no matter where they go.
So it's only natural someone would get exhausted
carrying that burden alone,
making depression tiredness as real as it gets.
Reaching out, creating a supportive system
of loving friends, family, and professionals important.
Depression is not your fault.
So then why hide it like a mistake?
It's all the more important
to seek out the help you deserve to tackle it.
No one should do everything alone.
And when you're not afraid of reaching out,
you can already see it edging out the door.
Did this video help you understand
and explain depression tiredness?
Is there anything else you'd like to add?
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suggestions, or experiences.
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