Being tired all the time can make it difficult to do even the simplest of tasks, like brushing your teeth or taking a shower – much less trying to make it through an entire day of work, school, appointments and responsibilities. Many people develop certain habits or coping techniques they turn to when their body tires, like sitting down at every opportunity or fidgeting to keep their body awake. But other people might not realize you’re doing these things because your body is fatigued or exhausted due to chronic illness. This misunderstanding can sometimes lead to hurtful (and inaccurate) judgments, like assuming a person who needs to sit frequently is simply “lazy.”
