Clare Kelway

You answer “I’m fine” so automatically now you barely even think about it.⁠
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Meanwhile you’re exhausted, snapping more easily, running on caffeine and adrenaline, getting through the day but not really feeling okay in it.⁠
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And because you’re still functioning, nobody really notices.⁠
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But deep down, you know this version of you isn’t sustainable. You know you’re tired in a way sleep isn’t fixing.⁠
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Maybe it’s time to stop pretending you’re okay just because you’re still managing to get things done.⁠
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Be honest: when was the last time you actually felt well-rested?⁠
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