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Members overwhelmingly shared that constant exhaustion is a deeply relatable experience, with many reporting they wake up tired despite a full... Read more

Members overwhelmingly shared that constant exhaustion is a deeply relatable experience, with many reporting they wake up tired despite a full night's sleep and feel drained even after completing simple daily tasks like housework. Several members mentioned helpful strategies like using coffee for energy, getting tested for sleep apnea and using a CPAP machine, taking medications like Linzess along with fiber supplements for IBS-related fatigue, and simply giving themselves permission to rest when their bodies demand it. A recurring theme was the emotional toll of chronic fatigue limiting former hobbies and daily life, met with solidarity from others who understand the struggle of pushing through exhaustion just to manage basic routines.