Have you ever noticed that when you’re tired, stressed, or run down, everything feels harder?

Decisions feel heavier. Change feels overwhelming. Even things you want to do can feel out of reach.

Most people are told this is a motivation or mindset problem.

Often, it’s not.

In this talk, Dr. Yousef Elyaman explains why feeling “stuck” is frequently a sign that the body is under strain — and how the brain responds by shifting into protection mode. When that happens, flexibility and clear thinking can fade, even in capable, driven people.

This is not a lecture about pushing harder or “thinking positive.”

It’s about understanding what your body and brain are doing — and why.