Published on 12, July, 2020
I've noticed that my sensory overload/burnout is getting worse as I'm getting older. I used to be very energetic in my 20s, but then gradually burned out to the point where I couldn't work anymore. I used to need at least one rest day a week where I do absolutely nothing except lying in bed and watching Netflix, now I need 2 of them per week.
I recently finished my college course (which I did from home because Covid); once I finished everything, I was completely exhausted for a week. Today and yesterday I met up with friends, I had a nice time and walked quite a lot, and now I'm absolutely shattered. I'll definitely need a day of doing nothing tomorrow. Every activity seems to drain me, and it takes at least 24 hours to recharge my batteries.
I'm 32 so it's not like I'm ancient, lol. I eat healthy, regular meals, and I take vitamins, supplements, nootropics etc. so I'm not sure what else I can do to boost my energy levels.
Has anyone else experienced increased tiredness as they are getting older?
Absolutely - recovery times stretch out as you get older - the brain-fuzz just lasts longer and it's harder to motivate.
When I was in my 30s I was working from 6 until after lunch then going home and building a house. I just cannot imagine doing that now. I could function every day.
Yesterday was very stressful - brain still not getting it together this morning.
Hey, P. I hope you got the news you wanted.
Yeah I think 2 days of socialising in a row have turned me into a vegetable, haha. Today will definitely be a rest day.
I had a very active and busy lifestyle in my 20s, then I had a massive burnout when I was 30, and not quite fully recovered yet... alas.