Existential Fatigue: Life Feels Heavy for No Reason
Understand why life feels heavy despite no major problems.
When Living Feels Serious
When living feels serious, the world does not soften around you.
Moments carry consequence, even when nothing specific is happening.
This seriousness is not anxiety or dread.
It is the felt gravity of existence being real.
Naming it allows seriousness to exist without demanding cheerfulness or relief.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Why does life suddenly feel so "serious" even when nothing is wrong?
You are experiencing the "Seriousness of Being." As you move through the Settlement Phase, the "performative lightness" of your old life falls away. Existence becomes Substantial. Naming this "Seriousness" prevents you from thinking you’ve lost your "sense of humor." You are just becoming more Grounded and Substantial.
Can I be "serious" and still enjoy things?
Yes, but it is a Dense Enjoyment. It’s the difference between a "sugar rush" and a "solid meal." Your enjoyment is now rooted in Aesthetic Appreciation and Functional Integrity. You don't need "froth" to be happy; you find a deeper satisfaction in the "Heavy Reality" of the present moment.