FROM THE JOURNAL
You wake up tired, sit through the day with your shoulders tight, and reach the evening with very little left. It can be hard to explain that kind of tiredness when nothing obvious has happened.
Your tiredness deserves to be taken seriously
It’s easy to hear “stress” as “it’s all in your head”. That isn’t a helpful way to understand physical discomfort. You deserve someone who listens to the symptoms as well as the circumstances around them.
If tiredness is persistent, new or worrying, speak with a medical professional. Don’t assume it must be emotional just because life has been demanding. A psychological conversation can sit alongside medical care.
Look at the shape of an ordinary day
Perhaps lunch gets postponed, your jaw stays clenched through meetings, and you spend the journey home answering messages. By bedtime, there hasn’t been much space to notice how you feel.
You could start by noticing one moment when you’re pushing past a need: food, a break, a quieter evening. The point isn’t to perfect your routine. It’s to understand how much your day is asking of you.
You shouldn’t have to explain it perfectly
“I’m tired all the time, and I don’t know why” is enough to bring to an appointment. You can talk about sleep, work, responsibilities and what has changed recently.
Getting support needn’t begin with deciding whether the problem is physical or emotional. It can begin with asking someone to help you understand the whole picture.
Explore our work stress and burnout counselling if ongoing pressure is affecting daily life. You can also contact the practice with questions before booking.
This article offers general reflection, rather than an individual assessment.