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Hey I am not able to overcome from my past trauma like that person completely unstable my condition mentally like always I feel my energy drain... I m not feeling energetic and happy like I do since 1 year I m dealing with this situation
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It sounds like the past trauma has deeply affected your emotional and physical energy. When trauma remains unprocessed, it can lead to constant emotional exhaustion, low mood, and a feeling of being “stuck.” What you’re experiencing is common and treatable — you don’t have to keep feeling this drained.
A proper assessment is needed to understand how the trauma is affecting your mind and body so we can help you feel stable again.
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Start trauma-focused therapy (this is essential to break the one-year cycle you’re stuck in).
Assess mood and anxiety levels to understand if this is trauma-related stress or early depression.
Learn grounding and emotional regulation skills to manage energy drain and overwhelming thoughts.
Schedule a consultation so we can plan treatment based on your specific symptoms.
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Keep a simple routine—sleep, food, and basic activity help regulate energy.
Avoid isolating yourself; connect with at least one supportive person daily.
Practice slow breathing or grounding when you feel drained.
Avoid judging yourself—this is a trauma response, not weakness.
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Hello ,
It is difficult to be in this state and feel distressed and unhappy all the time. Good, you have noticed that what you are feeling and the state of mind you are in is not normal . There is help available and you do not need to be in this state for ever. Please book an appointment with me so that I can know what is roots of this distress in your life and hence it can be treated from the very root cause.
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Be aware of your feelings and do not give up hope. There is help available. Please start counseling asap cause just offline tips won't help much.
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Please talk to a friend or family member you feel comfortable with about what you are going through so that they keep a check with you and please take an appointment asap
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Hi H r u I can understand that you are 7 lethargic yes can you tell in detail by approaching a Psychologist to overcome your past trauma and lead a happy life forever...take care ..
With regards
Srividhya Mahalingam
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Hi,
I'm really sorry you're going through such a difficult time. It sounds like your past trauma has had a deep and lasting impact on your mental and emotional well-being, draining your energy and making it hard to feel happy or energetic. Healing from trauma is a gradual process that often requires support and patience. Consider reaching out to a mental health professional who can help you process these experiences in a safe and supportive environment. Therapies like trauma-focused CBT or EMDR can be especially helpful in working through past wounds. Alongside professional help, try to engage in self-care practices that nourish your body and mindâsuch as regular exercise, healthy eating, mindfulness, and activities you once enjoyed. Remember, healing takes time, and you donât have to do it alone. With proper support, compassion for yourself, and persistence, you can gradually regain your energy and find a sense of peace again.
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Consult
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seek help
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Why are you calling yourself narcissist? Pl don't be so hard upon yourself. It is understandable to feel distressed in times of uncertainty but calling yourself names further demeans your own Self and u may get hopeless n depressed.
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For trauma there are many specialised therapies that can literally make a trait change and help you recover fully.
-Consult a clinical psychologist who is specially trained for trauma and that can be of great help.
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Do not remain untreated as it may worsen your symptoms.
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You can contact me for the same...... I can help you in removal of Bad Memories ......With some simple techniques and therapies you can flush out your past trauma.......And live a stress free life.....
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you have to come to me personally for the sessions ......
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Kindly reach out for online or offline sessions in Bangalore
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Post traumatic psychological changes need to be treated asap otherwise it may get complicated.
It can be well treated with counseling sessions and homeopathic medicine effectively and without any side effects.
It needs to be treated in a holistic approach for complete recovery.
You need an expert psychologist who is a good homeopathic physician.
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I have been working as a Homeopathic Psychiatrist and Counseling psychologist for the last 17 years of experience.
You can contact me through an online appointment for further assistance.
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Hi, consult a psychologist
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Please consult a psychologist, therapy will help you out to overcome the situation.
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Hi,
It sounds like the emotional trauma from your past relationship has deeply affected your mental and physical energy, which is very common after experiencing manipulation or instability from someone close. Feeling drained, unhappy, and unable to return to your usual self for a long time can be a sign of unresolved emotional stress. Speaking with a psychologist can help you process what happened, rebuild confidence, and restore your emotional balance. Side by side consulting a psychiatrist for medications if required can help in the overall process. Take care
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Past trauma can drain your energy in ways that don’t always make sense from the outside, but what you’re feeling is very real. When something breaks your sense of safety or trust, the mind stays alert for too long, that constant tension can make you feel tired, emotionally flat, and disconnected from your old self.
You’re exhausted from surviving. And healing from this kind of pain takes time, support, and gentle steps, not pressure.
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A few things that usually help:
Talk about the trauma in a safe, guided way so it loses its hold on you.
Work on rebuilding your daily routine, sleep, and small moments of joy so your body starts feeling safe again.
Learn grounding and calming techniques to manage the emotional waves when they show up.
You don’t have to do this alone, a few focused therapy sessions can really shift how you feel, I'm a clinical psychologist and can help you with this using evidence based solutions.
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If you notice your energy dipping further, your sleep worsening, or constant thoughts about the past, don’t wait, reach out early. Healing is absolutely possible, and with the right support, you can feel like yourself again.
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When you go through something traumatic, your mind doesn’t just move onbecause time has passed. It stays stuck in a kind of alert mode.
And honestly, dealing with this alone for a year is a lot. Anyone in your place would feel exhausted. But the good thing is: this can get better. With the right kind of therapy, grounding, and helping your mind feel safe again, your energy and peace can come back slowly. You don’t have to carry this weight by yourself. Take therapy. You can connect with me on nine two six six seven two six zero six five.
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Mr. Fr Dr John Zachariah
Counselling Psychologist
9 yrs exp
Ernakulam
Consult a psychotherapist, it's better
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for malayalam consultation 858985*3765
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Ms. Heetanshi Jain
Psychologist
2 yrs exp
Mumbai
Hello,
Thankyou for sharung this, it sounds like you past is really affecting you and thats totally normal. It is important that you have awareness about how much this is affecting you. There is a part inside you that doesnt want to let go of the relationship. It is important that you identify this part and also understand why it doesn’t want to let go of this experience.
Once you let go of this relationship and process whatever happened while you were with this person you will start to feel better. It is important for you to prioritise yourself and your well being.
Try to go out and have newer experiences, try to rediscover your hobbies, meet your friends and do things you truly enjoy. Try to keep yourself occupied in activities that are fun or interesting for you.
If it is difficult for you to process whatever you are feeling make sure you do reach out for external help.
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Definitely consult if you dont feel better soon
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Ms. Ligi R Nair
Counselling Psychologist
4 yrs exp
Bangalore
Thank you for sharing this. It sounds like the past relationship has taken a heavy emotional toll on you, and feeling drained or unable to regain your usual energy is a very real effect of prolonged emotional trauma. Please know that these reactions are not your fault — they are signs that your mind and body have been under significant stress.
With the right support, you can recover your sense of stability and well-being. Therapy can help you process the trauma, rebuild your emotional boundaries, and gradually regain your energy and confidence. If you feel ready, I’m here to support you through this healing process, one step at a time. You don’t have to go through this alone.
Next Steps
you can reach out to me
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When you’ve been through emotional trauma, it’s common to blame yourself or try to “push through” the pain alone. This often delays healing and can deepen exhaustion. Please be mindful not to ignore persistent signs like constant fatigue, emotional numbness, or anxiety. These are signals that your mind needs care, not pressure. Reaching out for support early can prevent the trauma from becoming more deeply rooted
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Ms. Sahaj Kang
Psychologist
3 yrs exp
Delhi
Sorry to hear you are suffering. Difficult relationships can shake us to our core and leave lasting effects.
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You may reach out for an individual session for more tailored help.
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Mr. Gunjan Maithil
Psychologist
13 yrs exp
Bangalore
Hi... Please look forward to making some permanent changes in your life and outlook. Falling prey to a narcissistic person can be draining and mentally challeging but you need to figure out the vulnerabilities that led you to such a person. Unless we change from within, nothing changes in our lives. Other people are mere reflections of our deeper fears and childhood issues. We need to work upon the trauma, associated pain, resulting complexes and conflicts, in order to address our presenting issues. You need to find a good therapist and work with him/her on your core issues, so that this cycle of pain and suffering ends.
Next Steps
Consult a Psychologist.
CBT along with Interpersonal Relationship Counselling is required.
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Mr. Gunjan Maithil
Senior Psychologist
Cell: nine six seven one three zero three one three four
Website: https://gunjanmaithil.wixsite.com/therapy
App: http://wix.to/fechb08?ref=cl
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Ms. Smriti
Counselling Psychologist
18 yrs exp
Bangalore
Feeling drained, low energy, no happiness — these are signs of emotional burnout, not personal failure.connect with psychologist for healing
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connect
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consult
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