Why Am I Always Exhausted? How Complex Trauma Fuels Chronic Fatigue (And How to Heal)

You wake up tired. You push through the day, fueled by caffeine and willpower—yet no amount of sleep ever feels like enough. What if your exhaustion isn't just from lack of rest, but from years of carrying invisible weights? Complex trauma rewires your nervous system to run on empty, leaving you chronically drained even when life 'looks fine.' But there's hope. Keep reading to discover why trauma fatigue happens, how to spot its hidden signs, and—most importantly—gentle ways to reclaim your energy when you feel like you have none left