nowadays i cant focus in school at all and theres so much workload and i always feel so, so tired all the time. i dont feel happy anymore and my hobbies which would usually keep me up all night or look forward to doing are gone. im just staying up to talk to my partner because hes on his game and is only free very late in the night. i dont know what to do anymore, i genuinely dont feel happy anymore and im so unmotivated. im still not really suicidal but my mind is swaying towards the idea of that. why are am i here? theres no reason for me to keep going if its just a constant repeat of school and work. im so tired i wanna just rest forever
Dear @throwawayacc
Firstly thank you for reaching out. I can tell it must be incredibly heavy to carry all of this. It sounds like you’re overwhelmed by so much — school, work, exhaustion, and a loss of motivation. When everything feels like a cycle with no end, it’s hard to see the light at the end of the tunnel. It’s important to recognise that what you’re feeling right now is valid. The weight of those feelings doesn’t define you, though; it just means you’re struggling right now, and that’s okay.
I agree that it can be hard to break free from feeling stuck, but the first step is acknowledging what you’re going through. There are people out there who want to help — whether that’s a school counsellor or even just a trusted friend. You deserve that kind of support. It’s also okay to take a step back from the expectations you place on yourself, especially if it’s becoming too much. It might be helpful to try and find moments in your day where you can take a break, even if it’s just for a few minutes to breathe and reset.
You are worth so much more than this feeling right now. You matter. And sometimes, it helps to find small things to hold onto — even if they’re just brief moments that remind you of who you are outside of all the pressure. Have you thought about reaching out for professional support, even if it feels scary or hard? Sometimes just talking it through with someone can start to make the weight a little easier to carry. Please remember you are not alone and by taking small steps forward you can feel better. Reach out soon; many people do want to help. 