Signs You’re Overstimulated (Not Burned Out or Lazy) There’s a particular kind of tiredness that’s hard to explain. You’re not physically exhausted. You may not even be working that hard. But your mind feels full, scattered, and strangely resistant to anything that requires focus. So you assume the problem is burnout. Or laziness. Or lack of discipline. But often, it’s something simpler—and far more common. You’re overstimulated. In a world of constant inputs, overstimulation can look a lot like burnout or low motivation. The difference is that your energy isn’t gone. Your attention is just overloaded. If this idea feels…