Have you ever woken up feeling tired even though the day hasn’t started yet? Many people assume this means something is wrong with them. In reality, it often reflects a pattern of stress and overuse of energy in the nervous system. Anxiety and depression are not character flaws. They are signals from the brain and body. The brain learns patterns to protect you. When it detects danger or overwhelm, it can shift into a protective state known as fight-or-flight. Over time, the b