If we are under severe mental or emotional stress for a long time, our soul can literally become tired.
And even though we want to lift ourselves up with positive thinking and redirecting our attention, we're likely to still feel drained and tired.
The reason this happens is that our soul also needs time to heal, just like broken bones need time to heal.
Although the soul is not visible, it is as important as the body it is in, so we must treat the healing of the soul as seriously as the injury to the body.
Ignoring the signs that our energy is draining can lead to very serious consequences such as chronic anxiety, mental health issues and depression.
10 signs that your soul is tired, exhausted, and without energy
1. All you want to do during the day is rest and lie down
You tend to doze off often, but sometimes you have a hard time waking up and getting out of bed. You feel restless at night because during your sleep you experience intense dreams and nightmares that seem so real.
You are so tired. Photo: Andrea Piacquadio / Pexels2. You feel pain all over your body
You may feel tension, dizziness, stomach pain, blurred vision and headache for no reason. You want to feel better, you know there's nothing wrong with you, but you still can't help it.
3. You don't know what's wrong
When someone asks you what's wrong with you, you don't know what to say because you don't even know how you feel. You know that something complex and deep is going on inside you, but you can't describe why you feel this way and why you can't get rid of this energy.
4. You often feel restless
Your mind and body are out of sync. You keep forgetting things and feel lost, like you don't belong in this world.
5. Emotions are heightened
You feel extremely emotional and may cry for no reason. You don't know what you want. You laugh and cry the next moment. Fear is yours when it comes to emotions.
6. You experience mild panic attacks or chronic anxiety
Avoid negative thoughts and negative self-talk. Stop criticizing yourself.
7. You feel lonely even when you are around other people
You started to doubt the people around you and who you can trust because you feel defensive most of the time.
8. You have bad, jealous, angry thoughts
About everything that happens around you, even though you are usually a very compassionate, forgiving and caring person.
You feel like you can't move. Photo: Liza Summer / Pexels9. Your body is weak and every movement exhausts you
You lack energy and going to the gym and exercising no longer make you happy because they have become a chore for you.
10. You are often scared and uncertain about your future
Sometimes you feel so exhausted that you'd rather pack your bags and start life over because you no longer enjoy the things you used to enjoy.
If you feel this way, it's high time you prioritize yourself and take care of your soul.
Rest as much as you need. Turn off your phone and make time for your favorite things. Take a hot bath, meditate, play your favorite music and spend more time with the people you love the most.
When you really pay attention to what your soul wants, you can eliminate everything in your life that makes you feel exhausted and weak, and instead focus on positive thoughts and experiences that radiate beauty and positive energy.
