ive been feeling so exhausted and tired on a daily basis for a few years now and i dont know how to fix it
Ive been excerising every now and then, sleeping a lot probably 12 hours but i cant seem to feel energized or happy to say the least
my screen time varies from 30 minutes to 15 hours and its affecting my school work
at home everyones on their phone and i feel like i cant depend on anyone
i know i have to be indepdent but its just difficult
Hi there, thanks for sharing somethings so personal. It sounds like you’ve been carrying this exhaustion for a long time, and that must feel really heavy. Sleeping a lot but still feeling drained, struggling to focus, and feeling isolated at home can make everything seem harder. It’s understandable that you feel stuck and frustrated.
Sometimes, exhaustion isn’t just about sleep or exercise, it can come from stress, mental load, irregular routines, or even underlying health or mood issues. The fact that your screen time swings so much and it’s affecting school shows your mind and body are searching for energy or distraction, but it’s also making things harder.
You’re right that being independent is important, but it doesn’t mean you have to face everything alone. It could really help to reach out to a trusted adult or a professional (like a school counselor, nurse, or psychologist) so you can start figuring out why you feel so drained and what small, realistic steps could help you feel more energized.
For now, gentle structure can help: small routines for meals, moving your body, brief phone breaks, and a little sunlight can make a subtle difference. You’re trying, and even noticing all of this is a sign of self-awareness and strength. You deserve support and care and you don’t have to fix it all by yourself:)
Dear @smelly
Thank you for reaching out and sharing what has been happening in your life. You shared that though you sleep, you do not feel rested. This has contributed to you being exhausted for many years. It sounds very draining.
I can also sense how unsupportive home has been. I gather there has been no one at home checking in how you are doing or engaging you on on what’s going on at school with friends and your overall wellbeing.
Understandably you feel lonely and alone. I also sense that you are expected to be independent but I agree that’s hard without emotional support.
You have shared about your excessive screen time. I think it’s a way of coping with the loneliness you are experiencing. I think you proactively identifying this as a contributing factor to your overall restlessness shows me how self aware you are. I believe your reaching out here also reflects your determination to improve your wellbeing.
Please know it’s only human to need help and I’m glad you did today by reaching out to the community here.
@Zerooo has shared some suggestions, so please do consider them.
I think it will very beneficial to arrange to see a school counsellor soon and share what has been happening. The counsellor and you could then work out tangible steps towards your recovery journey.
Please know that you have been carrying too much on your own for a long time without any support. It’s timely to reach out for support soon which you deserve. Start small but keep going. Sending you warmth and care. 
thank you all
i really appreciate the messages