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Why So Many Nigerians Are Constantly Tired (Even When They Haven’t Done Much)

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  Why So Many Nigerians Are Constantly Tired (Even When They Haven’t Done Much) — By The Daily Gist with David --- “ Why am I always tired ?” You slept 7 hours . You didn’t go to the gym . You didn’t do heavy work. Yet you wake up exhausted . Mentally drained . Emotionally flat. You haven’t even started your day — and already, you’re over it. If this sounds like you, you’re not alone. Across Nigeria, a wave of deep, silent fatigue is sweeping through students, workers, creatives, hustlers — even teenagers. It’s not just about poor sleep. It’s not just stress. This is a different kind of tired. And today, we’re going to unpack it. --- 🧠 It’s More Than Physical Tiredness Let’s get this straight: There’s tired from activity, and there’s tired from existence. Nigerians are battling: Economic pressure Family expectations Religious responsibilities Social media comparisons Noisy environments Uncertainty about the future Even when you rest your body, your mind is still running marathons....