4/6/19 Fatigue

It came to light recently the draining effect of fatigue on the body. I am the type of person who is loyal, too loyal if I am honest, I just feel a desire that everyone should be happy and get along as we are all equal no matter what. This mental standpoint of loyalty has meant that I have listened to people's stories and life anguishes far more often then I should. Most recently my friend broke up with her bf, it's been months and she hasn't recovered. She claims it took her four years to get over her last. I'm all for supporting my friends, but it gets to a point where the tears and complaining and anger towards someone that is ranted about daily is too much for any friend to bare. This leads to a point where the person is pushing the limits of ones ability to listen and even care. It gets to a point where, as friends, we feel we shouldn't have to support this person emotionally as it is impeding on our own well being and lives. More so, I have felt the person (not necessary this particular person) should see a psychologist as they are in pain and need a release. I say this as I am not a medical professional, I am just speaking from experience. This conundrum is worse for a person with chronic fatigue as it stires up our own emotion, uses our brain power, uses concentration all which use energy we don't have, and, it also takes up our time which we have limited of.

Lesson of the day - sympathise with people and be empathetic, so few are in today's world. However, also remember you have just as much worth as them and if your sacrificing yourself/time/fatiguing yourself, limit the interaction and monitor it more rigorously as there are times in life to be kind and there are times to be a little bit selfish/look after yourself.