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Fluctuations in energy
When I am working I have a high mood of energy but after that I don't like to do anything. I became a lazy person . Every night I will make a plan to wake up early to exercise and study something but no I won't be able to get up only. I feel very restless even while I try to sleep I do turn a lot and still won't be able to sleep even while sleeping I feel my mind is awake and I don't sleep at all . Eating so much still won't feel enough ... I won't be able to enjoy anything it seems like there is nothing that i like or dislike ... I just feel numb no happiness or sadness . I work really well . But I am not able to do anything good for myself . If I go somewhere I will be like i saw this let's move on but I won't stand there and enjoy the moment . I just wanna say I am not a lazy person but don't know what's up with me
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The way you’ve described your experience is deeply insightful—and it shows you’re not lazy at all. In fact, you seem to be running on a kind of emotional autopilot, where your mind is functioning but your heart feels disconnected. This mix of restlessness, numbness, poor sleep, loss of joy, and overeating is not about lack of willpower—it’s a sign of emotional exhaustion or even atypical depression. You function well at work because structure gives your mind clarity—but the moment you’re left with yourself, everything feels heavy, empty, and unmotivated. It’s like your body wants rest, but your mind won’t let it. That conflict is what’s draining you.
This isn’t your fault—and you don’t need to fight this alone. What you’re describing can improve significantly with the right support: therapy can help you reconnect with your emotions, work through numbness, and rebuild a sense of meaning in your daily life. Even your difficulty sleeping and feeling “awake in sleep” points to a nervous system that hasn’t felt safe or relaxed in a while. Start small—no pressure to be perfect. You don’t need a huge change. You need gentle reconnection with yourself.
Take therapy, and you can connect with me on nine two six six seven two six zero six five.
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Make short plans. Achieve them, self reward you, look for your capacity, energy to execute the plans
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SMART plan of goals
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stay motivated
have a role model
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Seek professional help
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consult
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seek help
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Hi, Consult a psychologist
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You need therapy specifically behavioural activation as part of CBT, but before that u need to be assessed
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You need to connect with a psychiatrist and psychologist both to discuss in detail about this
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Next time you feel anything like “moving on” or “doing turn” before sleeping, ask yourself - “What happened? Why am I feeling this?” And then, “What can I do so that this goes away?”
And visit a psychologist when you can
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Visit a psychologist
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Avoid violent & excitatory content on TV and other media.
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Ms. Komal Bagri
Counselling Psychologist
1 yrs exp
New Delhi
Hi, I just want to say that you are not a lazy person. In fact, you are someone who likes working for the betterment of your life, and that is why you reached out for help.
Coming to the issue you have raised, it seems that you are going through a phase where you want to hustle. And it’s okay to hustle, do a lot of things in your life. And because of that you are not able to sleep properly as well.
You can try to understand what is it that making you work so much? Why can’t you give yourself time to relax. A counsellor can help you in understanding that. In the meantime you can try some breathing exercises.
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Ms. Hema Sampath
Counselling Psychologist
18 yrs exp
Bangalore
It looks like that you lack clarity and the self belief..
It is better to seek a professional support to overcome this issue and to get a clarity.
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Consult a psychological Counselor for a therapy
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Sanjana Purdhani
Psychologist
2 yrs exp
Delhi
First, I want to tell you â you are not lazy. The way you are describing your feelings â numbness, restlessness, tiredness even after sleep, lack of enjoyment â sounds like emotional exhaustion or the early signs of depression or burnout.
You have a strong work ethic, but somewhere your emotional energy is running very low, and your body and mind are signaling for deeper care.
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1. Get a Mental Health Check: It would be helpful to consult a psychologist or psychiatrist once. Emotional numbness, restless sleep, overeating without satisfaction, and lack of joy can be symptoms of emotional exhaustion, mild depression, or chronic stress. Getting professional guidance early can prevent it from getting heavier. 2. Tiny Self-Care Routine: Instead of making big plans every night (like getting up early, exercising, studying), start very very small: Focus on just waking up and sitting near sunlight for 5 minutes. Focus on drinking 1 extra glass of water. Do one stretch in bed if you canât exercise yet. These small wins will rebuild your energy and trust in yourself without putting pressure.
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Think of yourself like a phone battery that's low, not broken. You donât need to change yourself, you need to charge yourself â slowly, consistently, patiently. Soul Savera Recommendation: At Soul Savera, we work with individuals going through emotional numbness, burnout, and low motivation with a very nurturing approach. If you would like, we can guide you through emotional healing, sleep management, and rebuilding self-connection with easy, manageable steps. You are not broken. You are just tired. And tiredness deserves kindness, not punishment.
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Ms. Rupali Mohbe
Clinical Psychologist
25 yrs exp
Ahmedabad
Hi, I appreciate that you reached out with your concern.
I am sorry you are feeling this way. There might be reasons why you are feeling this way, so I suggest you once consult psychologist to help you out with these symptoms. Also consider Psychometric tests to know any personality issues that might be causing this. Tailored strategies to your specific needs with professional psychologist will help you.
Meanwhile, indulge in some physical activities that makes body tired and you will able you have sound sleep. Also practice Bhastrika and Kapal bhati pranayama to feel energetic, talk to people you are close with, socialize more, try journaling, go for walks.
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For therapy, you can book an appointment with Rupali Mohbe/BIRDY ME at Practo
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Ms. Asha Jible
Counselling Psychologist
14 yrs exp
Bangalore
You will have to talk to a therapist in detail, who would help you to understand what exactly is causing you the problem.
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