Does anyone just never feel 100% anymore?

[DarkChocolateMint]

Im just so tired all the time.

I never feel refreshed- Im really self conscious that I moan about how tired I am or different niggles or pains.

I have a child under 2 and work FT with a little business of my own a few hours a week... I have a nice life Im greatful for ESPECIALLY my child...

But Im just so..... tired!! I dont sleep great even though I do try lavendar and staying off screens, regular bed time etc.

I try to exercise but havent in weeks as I just cant find the time or motivation!

(Bloods are ok) x

I'm not surprised you're tired @DarkChocolateMint

I know it's often trotted out but have you tried guided meditation to help you sleep?

I feel like that, but I am 61, although in my head I still feel young. I do find I have more energy when I haven’t had alcohol and when I eat healthily.

Yes i do try this!! Helps me drift off but I dont stay asleep thats the killer!

I rarely drink.... I try to eat well but I admit when I feel like this i eat rubbish! Husband works long hours sometimes I just grab a snack rather than cook for one!!

Did you have your iron checked when your bloods were done?

Working full time is exhausting all by itself, plus you have another job on top. Having a small child is exhausting all by itself, and I guarantee that even when you do sleep, you don't fall into a deep sleep as you've always got one ear open for your child in the night. I have a sleep tracker on a fit watch, i get barely any deep sleep according to it. I'm knackered and run down too.

I try to eat well but I admit when I feel like this i eat rubbish!
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I try to exercise but havent in weeks as I just cant find the time or motivation!
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I know it's hard. But if you are really questioning why you feel bad... this is the answer. Bodies need movement and they need good nutrition. It's that simple.

Finding a way to work it into your life is less simple, but if you want to feel better, you have to find a way.

Exercise will make you feel better.
Do it right when you wake up to make sure you get it in.

It's hard. I am about to get bloods done for thyroid for various reasons. And I do do drink a fair bit which I should probably cut out (about 30 units a week.)Had thyroid issues in the past so wouldn't be out of the blue and makes you feel like total crap.

I would echo that exercise really does make me feel better - I sleep better and eat less rubbish. I went through a phase of doing 5k a day and I remember just running (down) a hill with a massive smile on my face because I felt so good. But then when I have a bout of depression I stop because I feel I have no energy. I am two stone heavier than I was at the start of lockdown which I find quite difficult. But really once you've started on exercising regularly it does become more the 'norm' and easier to do.

Thanks all... nice to just CHAT xx

I have a nearly two year and work nearly full-time.

Ive recently cut out all caffeine, sugar and processed foods. I’ve reduced my gluten and dairy intake & massively upped my veg intake & I feel like a different person. I’ve also started taking Vitamin D and a pro-biotic.