Lately, I’ve been feeling completely drained and unmotivated. It’s like every day is just a repeat of the last, and I can’t seem to find the energy or enthusiasm to do much of anything. This has been going on for a few weeks now, and I’m starting to worry it might be more than just a passing phase. Work feels overwhelming, but at the same time, I’m procrastinating more than usual. Even hobbies I used to love don’t seem appealing anymore. I’m hoping to hear from others who’ve been through something similar. How did you manage to break out of that cycle? Did you find any little habits or changes that helped lift your mood or energy? Sometimes it just helps to know we’re not alone in feeling this way.

On 01/06/2026 at 8:55 AM, lsmith said:

Lately, I’ve been feeling completely drained and unmotivated. It’s like every day is just a repeat of the last, and I can’t seem to find the energy or enthusiasm to do much of anything. This has been going on for a few weeks now, and I’m starting to worry it might be more than just a passing phase. Work feels overwhelming, but at the same time, I’m procrastinating more than usual. Even hobbies I used to love don’t seem appealing anymore. I’m hoping to hear from others who’ve been through something similar. How did you manage to break out of that cycle? Did you find any little habits or changes that helped lift your mood or energy? Sometimes it just helps to know we’re not alone in feeling this way.

That feeling of being stuck in a loop with no energy is so tough - I’ve definitely been there. What helped me was starting really small, like just committing to 5 minutes of something I used to enjoy, no pressure to finish or be perfect. Sometimes just that tiny bit of movement or creativity can crack the cycle a little.

Also, I found it useful to give myself permission to take breaks without guilt. When work feels overwhelming, stepping away (even if just for a short walk or a quiet moment) can reset your brain more than pushing through. It’s okay to slow down and listen to what you need.

You’re definitely not alone in this, and sometimes sharing these feelings helps lighten the load. Keep checking in here if you want to bounce ideas or just vent - it really does help to know others get it.