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Activism Fatigue

🏳️

Burnout, Secondary traumatic stress

Fatigue,
sleep disturbances, headaches,
digestive problems, weakened immune system.

Alienation

👤

Feeling isolated and separated from others, a sense of not belonging.

Social isolation, difficulty connecting with others, low mood.

Anxiety

😟

A feeling of worry, nervousness, or unease about something with an uncertain outcome

Rapid heartbeat, sweating, trembling

Attachment Issues

👶

Difficulty forming or maintaining healthy relationships

Difficulty trusting others, fear of intimacy, relationship problems

Avoidant Personality Disorder

😥

Personality Disorder

Avoidance of social situations, withdrawal, isolation.

Burnout

🥵

A state of emotional, physical, and mental exhaustion caused by prolonged or excessive stress

Fatigue, sleep problems, headaches, weakened immune system

Chronic Anguish

😭

Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD), Persistent Depressive Disorder (PDD)

Worrying, rumination, avoidance, withdrawal.

Chronic Sadness

💧

Persistent feelings of sadness, even without a clear reason

Fatigue, sleep problems, appetite changes

Clinginess

🤗

Attachment issue

May not have direct physical symptoms, but can contribute to stress and anxiety.

Cognitive Dissonance

💥

Psychological discomfort

May not have direct physical symptoms, but can contribute to stress and anxiety.

Conflict Avoidance

🙈

The active evasion of disagreements or confrontation.

Muscle tension, headaches, digestive problems

Coping with Infertility

🤰 

Grief, Stress

May not have direct physical symptoms, but can contribute to stress, anxiety, and depression.

Coping with Unemployment

💸 

Stress, Financial anxiety

May not have direct physical symptoms, but can contribute to stress, anxiety, and depression.

Defensiveness

⚔️

Communication style

May not have direct physical symptoms, but can contribute to stress and strained relationships.

Depression

😔

A persistent feeling of sadness and loss of interest

Fatigue, sleep disturbances, appetite changes

Difficulty Trusting Others

💔

A lack of faith or belief in the reliability, honesty, and intentions of others

Headaches, stomach problems, difficulty sleeping

Dissociative Disorders

👻

Dissociative Identity Disorder (DID), Dissociative Amnesia, Depersonalization/Derealization Disorder 3

Dissociation, amnesia, identity alteration.

Emotional Dysregulation

😢😡😄

Difficulty managing emotions

May not have direct physical symptoms, but can contribute to stress, anxiety, and physical health problems.

Emotional Issue

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Definition

Physical Symptoms

Emotional Overdependence on Technology

📱

Addiction, Attachment issues

Eye strain, headaches, sleep disturbances, neck and back pain, carpal tunnel syndrome.

Emotional Turmoil

🌪️

Emotional distress

May not have direct physical symptoms, but can contribute to stress, anxiety, and physical health problems.

Existential Crisis

⁉️

A period of questioning the meaning and purpose of life, often accompanied by anxiety and despair.

Sleep disturbances, appetite changes, difficulty concentrating, anxiety symptoms.

Fear of Abandonment

😢

Intense fear of being left alone or rejected by loved ones

Anxiety, panic attacks, depression

Fear of Being Judged

👀

Fear of being evaluated or criticized by others, or feeling inadequate or unworthy

Increased heart rate, sweating, blushing, trembling

Fear of Commitment

💍 

Anxiety

May not have direct physical symptoms, but can contribute to stress and anxiety.

Fear of Success

🏆 

Anxiety

Procrastination, self-sabotage, perfectionism, avoidance of challenges.

Fear of intimacy

🥶

Intense fear of closeness and connection with others leading to avoidance of relationships or emotional vulnerability

Heart palpitations, shortness of breath, sweating, muscle tension, headaches, digestive issues

Feeling Stuck

🚫

A sense of being trapped or unable to move forward, often accompanied by frustration and lack of direction.

Fatigue, sleep disturbances, appetite changes, muscle tension, digestive problems.

Grief

💔

Deep sorrow, especially caused by someone's death

Sleep disturbances, loss of appetite, fatigue

Hostility

🤬

Anger, Aggression

Increased heart rate, muscle tension, headaches, difficulty sleeping.

Imposter Syndrome

🎭

A persistent feeling of self-doubt and inadequacy despite evidence of success

Stress, anxiety, low self-esteem

Indecisiveness

🤷

Difficulty making decisions, often due to fear of making the wrong choice or a lack of confidence.

Headaches, muscle tension, digestive problems, sleep disturbances, difficulty concentrating.

Internalized Oppression

🔒

Self-esteem, Social justice

May not have direct physical symptoms, but can contribute to stress, anxiety, and depression.

Lack of Motivation

🦥

A feeling of disinterest, apathy, or unwillingness to take action

Fatigue, sleep disturbances, changes in appetite

Low Self-Esteem

🙇

A negative view of oneself, feeling unworthy or inadequate

Low energy, social isolation

Mood Swings

🎭

Rapid and extreme shifts in mood, energy, and behavior.

Fatigue, changes in appetite, sleep disturbances

Negative Body Image

🧍‍♀️ 

A preoccupation with one's physical appearance, often leading to feelings of inadequacy and shame.

Fatigue, headaches, stomach problems, skin problems.

Nostalgia

🕰️

Sentimentality

May not have direct physical symptoms, but can contribute to sadness or a sense of dissatisfaction with the present.

Overwhelm

🤯

Stress response

Headaches, muscle tension, fatigue, sleep disturbances, digestive problems.

Paranoia

👀

Anxiety disorder

May not have direct physical symptoms, but can contribute to stress, anxiety, and sleep disturbances.

People-Pleasing

🙂

Excessive desire to please others, often at the expense of one's own needs and well-being

Stress, exhaustion, resentment

Personality Disorders

🎭

Mental health condition

A wide range of defense mechanisms, including splitting, projection, denial, acting out.

Relationship Issues

💔

Conflicts, misunderstandings, or dissatisfaction within a relationship

Sleep problems, anxiety, loss of appetite

Ruminating Thoughts

🧠

Anxiety, Depression, OCD

Mental avoidance, distraction, compulsive behaviors.

Self-Harm

🩹

Deliberate injury to oneself

Cuts, burns, bruises, scars

Shame

😳

A painful feeling of humiliation or distress caused by the consciousness of wrong or foolish behavior

Social anxiety, low self-esteem, depression

Social Anxiety

😰

Intense fear of social situations, leading to avoidance and distress

Blushing, sweating, trembling, rapid heartbeat

Social Withdrawal

🚶‍♀️

Social anxiety, Depression

May not have direct physical symptoms, but can contribute to stress and negatively impact overall health.

Stress from Caregiving

😓

The physical, emotional, and financial burden of caring for a loved one who is ill, disabled, or elderly.

Fatigue, headaches, muscle tension, and sleep problems.

Underachievement

📉

Psychological issue

May not have direct physical symptoms, but can contribute to stress and anxiety.

Addictive Behaviors

🍺

Compulsive engagement in activities despite negative consequences

Physical dependence, withdrawal symptoms, financial problems

Anger Management Issues

😡

Difficulty controlling anger, expressing it in unhealthy ways

Increased heart rate, muscle tension, headaches

Attachment Disorder

💔

Mental health condition

May not have direct physical symptoms, but can contribute to stress, anxiety, and relationship problems.

Avoidance of Conflict

🙊

Conflict avoidance

May not have direct physical symptoms, but can contribute to stress and anxiety.

Broken Trust

💔

Relational issue

Withdrawal, avoidance, hostility, difficulty forming new relationships.

Burnout in Education

📚 

Academic burnout

Fatigue, sleep disturbances, headaches, digestive problems, weakened immune system, difficulty concentrating.

Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS)

😴

Medical condition with psychological impact

Withdrawal, avoidance of activities, focusing on limitations.

Chronic Worry

😟

Excessive and persistent worrying accompanied by physical symptoms and difficulty controlling the worry

Headaches, muscle tension, fatigue, stomach problems

Codependency

🔗

Excessive emotional or psychological reliance on a partner, often involving enabling behaviors

Stress, anxiety, depression, exhaustion

Comparative Self-Worth

⚖️

Low self-esteem, Social comparison

Social comparison, perfectionism, boasting, putting others down.

Coping with Change Difficulty

🔄

Difficulty adapting to new situations or changes in life

Muscle tension, Headaches, Sleep disturbances

Coping with Rejection

💔

Emotional pain

May not have direct physical symptoms, but can contribute to stress, anxiety, and depression.

Cynicism and Distrust

😒

Negative worldview

May not have direct physical symptoms, but can contribute to stress and strained relationships.

Dependency Issues

🫂

Codependency, Substance Dependence

May not have direct physical symptoms, but can contribute to stress and anxiety; substance dependence can have a range of physical effects.

Despair

😩

Depression, Hopelessness

Fatigue, sleep disturbances, loss of appetite, changes in weight, physical pain.

Dissatisfaction with Career Path

💼

Career dissatisfaction

May not have direct physical symptoms, but can contribute to stress, anxiety, and burnout.

Distrust

🤨

A lack of confidence or belief in others, often accompanied by suspicion and skepticism.

Social isolation, difficulty forming relationships, conflict in relationships, hypervigilance, anxiety symptoms.

Emotional Exhaustion

🥱

State of feeling emotionally drained and depleted

Fatigue, sleep problems, headaches, digestive issues

Emotional Numbness

😶

Inability to feel or express emotions

Fatigue, sleep problems, lack of motivation

Emotional Resilience Issues

💪 

The ability to cope with stress, adversity, and difficult emotions

Fatigue, sleep problems, headaches

Environmental Anxiety

🌎

Eco-anxiety

May not have direct physical symptoms, but can contribute to stress, anxiety, and sleep disturbances.

Expressing Emotions

🤐

Difficulty or discomfort in expressing one's feelings

Tightness in chest, Stomach upset, Social withdrawal

Fear of Being Alone

😱

Autophobia

Clinginess, avoidance of being alone, constant seeking of reassurance, dependence on others.

Fear of Change

😨

Metathesiophobia

Avoidance, procrastination, denial, resistance.

Fear of Disconnection

☎️ 

Anxiety, Attachment issues

May not have direct physical symptoms, but can contribute to stress, anxiety, and panic attacks.

Fear of Vulnerability

🛡️

Anxiety, Insecurity

May not have direct physical symptoms, but can contribute to stress and anxiety.

Feeling Overwhelmed

😵

State of being unable to cope with emotional or mental stress

Rapid heartbeat, sweating, difficulty breathing, muscle tension

Frustration

😤

Emotional response

May not have direct physical symptoms, but can contribute to stress and tension.

Guilt

😔

A feeling of responsibility or remorse for having done something wrong

Sleep problems, anxiety, low self-esteem

Identity Crisis

🤔

A period of uncertainty and confusion about one's sense of self

Anxiety, depression, sleep problems

Inability to Forgive Oneself

😔

Guilt, Shame

May not have direct physical symptoms, but can contribute to stress, anxiety, and depression.

Insecurity

🥺

Feeling of inadequacy, inferiority, or self-doubt

Muscle tension, headaches, stomach problems

Jealousy

😠

Feeling resentment, envy, or insecurity towards someone due to their perceived advantage

Anxiety, sleep problems, irritability

Loss of Motivation

🛌

Lack of desire or willingness to take action, feeling apathetic and disengaged.

Fatigue, sleep disturbances, lack of energy, disinterest in activities.

Manipulative Behavior

😈

Personality Disorders (e.g., Narcissistic PD, Borderline PD, Antisocial PD)

Manipulation, gaslighting, guilt-tripping, playing the victim.

Mourning for a Past Life

🪦

Grief, Nostalgia

May not have direct physical symptoms, but can contribute to sadness and low mood.

Negative Thinking Patterns

⛈️

Persistent thoughts that are pessimistic, self-critical, or cynical.

Fatigue, sleep disturbances, appetite changes, muscle tension, digestive problems, weakened immune system.

Overthinking

🤯

Excessive and repetitive thoughts about a situation or problem

Sleep problems, fatigue, difficulty concentrating

PTSD (Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder)

😨

A mental health condition triggered by experiencing or witnessing a traumatic event

Sleep disturbances, nightmares, flashbacks, hypervigilance, irritability

Parent-Child Conflict

👪 

Family conflict

May not have direct physical symptoms, but can contribute to stress and strained relationships.

Perfectionism

💯

Striving for flawlessness and setting excessively high standards for oneself and others

Stress, anxiety, sleep problems, burnout

Regret

🙁

A feeling of sadness, repentance, or disappointment over something that has happened or been done

Fatigue, sleep disturbances, changes in appetite

Rigid Thinking

🧱

Cognitive inflexibility

May not have direct physical symptoms, but can contribute to stress and anxiety.

Self-Criticism

🪞

Negative self-talk

May not have direct physical symptoms, but can contribute to stress, anxiety, and depression.

Self-Isolation

🚪

Social anxiety, Depression

Withdrawal, avoidance of social situations, online interaction as a substitute for in-person connection.

Sibling Rivalry

🤼

Family conflict

May not have direct physical symptoms, but can contribute to stress and strained relationships.

Social Isolation

🏝️

Social anxiety, Depression

Withdrawal, avoidance of social situations, online interaction as a substitute for in-person connection.

Stress

😫

A state of mental or emotional strain or tension resulting from adverse or demanding circumstances

Headaches, muscle tension, fatigue

Stress-Induced Health Problems

🤕

Physical and mental health issues

Headaches, muscle tension, fatigue, sleep disturbances, digestive problems, weakened immune system, high blood pressure, heart problems.

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