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Today feeling extremely exhausted and doing nothing... tired of sitting around waiting watching for?? What a boring life...

A MyMSTeam Member asked a question 💭
Florence, OR
August 7
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Members responded with warmth and solidarity to someone feeling exhausted and bored while stuck at home with nothing to do. Several members... Read more

Members responded with warmth and solidarity to someone feeling exhausted and bored while stuck at home with nothing to do. Several members suggested helpful ways to pass the time, including reading books, word search puzzles, seek-and-find picture books, audible, crafts, music, and movies. A recurring theme was gentle encouragement and emotional support, with members reminding each other that they are not alone in feeling this way.

A MyMSTeam Member

Yes I agree . Do you like books , audible , crafts , music, movies , word games ? You have to find things to help pass the time , or it can be very boring especially on these hot days where most of just stay home. @A MyMSTeam Member

August 7
A MyMSTeam Member

Thankyou ❤️
Dear Tamcolem 🌹...
And AmyFarugue.....
This is the day to enjoy as much as you can .....loves
Many blessings 🙌 🙌

August 10
A MyMSTeam Member

Thankyou ❤️
Tamcolem and ..
AmyFarugue.......
Many loves an dx blessings in your day
Gods loves ❤️

August 9
A MyMSTeam Member

Hi anyhow are you today My friend
It's hard going God with you

August 8
MyMSTeam

That exhaustion is so real, and it makes complete sense to feel frustrated when your body won't cooperate with what your mind wants to do. MS fatigue isn't laziness — it's one of the most misunderstood and debilitating symptoms there is.

Many MyMSTeam members describe it as wearing a heavy comforter of tiredness that you Show Full Answer

That exhaustion is so real, and it makes complete sense to feel frustrated when your body won't cooperate with what your mind wants to do. MS fatigue isn't laziness — it's one of the most misunderstood and debilitating symptoms there is.

Many MyMSTeam members describe it as wearing a heavy comforter of tiredness that you just can't shake off, no matter how much you rest. On days like today, it can help to reframe what "doing something" looks like. Even small wins count. Here are a few low-energy ideas that might help break the monotony:

- Listen to a podcast or audiobook
- Watch something that genuinely makes you laugh
- Connect with others who truly *get it* on MyMSTeam
- Do some gentle stretching from a chair or bed
- Plan something small to look forward to tomorrow

The goal isn't to push through — pushing through MS fatigue can actually make things worse. It's about finding tiny moments of joy within your limits.

On better energy days, scheduling tasks with plenty of rest in between can also help make life feel a little more manageable and less like you're just waiting around.

August 7

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