Why am I always so sluggish & tired all the time? Why is is hard for me to get out of bed even just to go eat?

Question

I have NO energy whatsoever. I think it might be my depression, but it could be something else. This is very disabling. I have to struggle to get up & do simple tasks. Everything is so difficult & overwhelming.

I'm lying down on my mattress on the floor with my laptop. Sometimes I feel like I can't even move. I feel immobile. Most times I don't even have the energy to THINK. I get distracted easily & can't think straight. Can't focus. Almost everything I do is absent-minded. I'm also very clumsy. I feel like I have a mental blockage. It's hard for me to adjust or change my position while in bed sometimes.

I hate to admit it, but I don't even think I can take proper care of myself anymore. Struggle to shower, clean up, leave the house, run errands. Struggle to get out of bed.

It feels like I can't imagine my depression improving. I don't feel suicidal, but I feel frustrated, depressed, angry, & bored with my life. I don't have a future to look forward to, even though I'm 25, with a BA degree. I feel like my education is a waste. I can't find a job because of my Tourette's. I'm anxious around people. I have a lot of problems in my life that I can't deal with. Everything is too overwhelming.

Thing is. I don't want anyone else taking care of me. I don't want a personal care attendant. I don't want family taking care of me. I don't want to live under other people's house rules. I don't want other people managing my money. I wanna stay independent. I have no motivation. I feel like I'm mentally dying.

Answer 1

Yeah, it sounds like depression.

You might want to get in to see a doctor and therapist of some sort so you can get yourself out of your cycle.  Once you have it under control, the rest of your life will probably start to fall back into place.

Answer 2

Hey my friend it sounds like to me you're suffering from a bad case of anger,depression,anxiety and what ever else you can think of all in one you need to get a grip on your life and don't take life so seriously man.

Answer 3

I'm sorry you're struggling. It sounds like you're depressed. Go see your doctor and tell him how you're feeling.

After a difficult loss, we were told we couldn't have another baby (we do have 4 children but planned on having more). I fell into a depression, I was/am angry, tired all the time, very easily overwhelmed, and anxious more often than not. I would find myself sitting on the kitchen floor, feeling unable to move on.

Five months ago, I went to see my dr and we talked, he handed me a prescription for an anti-depression. I've gone back and he has up-ed my dose and I'm starting to feel a little better. I've been seeing a therapist, too.

Please go see your dr, I'm sure he can help you or know who can. Your symptoms won't go away on their own. I know it's awful to live how you are. Do something about it so you can move on!

Feel free to email me if you want to talk more.

Good luck!

Answer 4

Try exercising. I know it sounds ridiculous considering your low energy levels .. but that is a catch 22. Exercise can boost your energy levels and reduce your stress. If you just can't get yourself out to exercise then you may need to talk to a therapist.

Answer 5

I feel the same way and I also have anxiety and feel so frustrated with my life. Sometimes I also feel like why can't I just die to get this over with but then I worry for my baby and then don't want to die. I want to be positive but its difficult sometimes. I'm going the doc this week and hope to feel better.

I also hope u go see a doc also to get back on track. Get well and your not alone TAKE CARE.