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Spring Fatigue

Spring Fatigue

why you have so little energy in April and what to do about it

April. Outside, leaves are unfurling, the sun grows brighter, days stretch longer. You'd think that as nature awakens, we'd awaken with it. But many of us feel not a surge of energy, but a strange, heavy fatigue. We want to sleep even after eight hours of rest. It's hard to gather our thoughts. Even simple tasks feel like an effort.

Sound familiar?

If so, you're not alone. Spring fatigue isn't made up, and it's not a sign of laziness. It has real physiological and psychological causes. And importantly, you can work with it gently.

Today, let's talk about why spring can feel especially hard, and how to support yourself without pushing too hard or feeling guilty.

🌿 Why We Get Tired in Spring—and That's Okay

🔍 Signs of Spring Fatigue (How to Recognize It)

Illustration for Spring Fatigue

🌸 Gentle Practices to Support Yourself in April

📝 Practice: "What Do I Need Today?"

🌼 Part 5: When Fatigue Isn't Just Seasonal

🌱 In Closing

Comments

Alcide
AlcideApr 6
Thank you for this. Those with chronic illnesses may know the “October Slide” but I’ve noticed I get a spring slide as well. Also remember everything blooming causing allergies can exacerbate this. Much love
Ирина Власова
Ирина Власова @AlcideApr 6
Yes — the "spring slide" is so real, and rarely talked about. Between allergies, changing light, and the pressure to suddenly do more, it can be such a hard season for sensitive bodies. Thank you for sharing this. You're not alone in feeling it. Much love back to you. 🌸
MileHighCityWitch ♐️ ♎️ ♊️
MileHighCityWitch ♐️ ♎️ ♊️Apr 6
Thank you 🙏 here in Denver, Colorado, where we did not even have winter. I feel this even more this year.
Ирина Власова
Ирина Власова @MileHighCityWitch ♐️ ♎️ ♊️Apr 6
That makes so much sense. When winter never really arrives, the body misses its natural rhythm of rest and slowdown. No wonder spring feels even heavier this year. Thank you for naming this — it helps all of us understand seasonal exhaustion more deeply. Sending you gentle energy from afar. 🙏🌿
MileHighCityWitch ♐️ ♎️ ♊️
MileHighCityWitch ♐️ ♎️ ♊️ @Ирина ВласоваApr 6
Thank you 🙏 Arine. Blessings to you 🩵