How to Conquer Tiredness

Tiredness, also known as fatigue, is a common complaint. Usually considered a result of working too much work or sleeping too little, tiredness actually has several causes. To conquer tiredness, you must first identify the cause. Tiredness is just a symptom of a larger problem, which could be anything from staying up too late to having congestive heart failure.

Instructions

• 1

  Get a complete physical examination, which may reveal underlying illness. Make a list of any other symptoms that you may be experiencing. This will help the doctor to diagnose illnesses that may not show up on the physical exam or test results.

• 2

  Create a sleep schedule. Many people are overcome by tiredness, because they are not getting the proper amount of sleep at night. Set a bedtime for yourself, and stick to it. Creating a bedtime ritual may also help. This may include a warm bath or light reading. Whatever you decide, keep to the schedule for at least 1 week to see the best results. Also cut out any caffeinated beverages in the evening. According to Great Britain's Royal College of Psychiatrists, "six mugs of tea" is enough to inhibit sleep at night.

• 3

  Exercise. A short workout each day will help you beat fatigue. Exercise actually boosts your level of energy, whereas being sedentary will make you feel more tired. Being active is also known to help with depression. Eventually, weight loss may occur, which can be an extra advantage, because shedding extra pounds will also boost your energy level.

• 4

  Manage stress. Stress can cause sleeplessness, leading to tiredness. It can also lead to depression. Keeping a journal or engaging in a hobby helps to relieve stress. Schedule your week in advance, and plan a budget. These tools will relieve you of some of the stressful tasks that seem pressing, which may keep you from sleeping. Remove nonessential tasks from your daily life. Delegate tasks if you can. This will take a burden off your shoulders and allow you to rest.

• 5

  Return to the doctor if the tiredness persists in spite of your efforts. Illnesses like chronic fatigue syndrome, certain cancers and several other illnesses may be the culprit. These conditions take additional testing to diagnose.