Why are we increasingly tired, even though life is getting easier?

In an era defined by technological convenience, where tasks are simplified and information is readily accessible, a paradox emerges: modern humans report feeling more fatigued than ever. The author questions why, despite life becoming objectively easier, people experience a pervasive sense of weariness.

This modern exhaustion is not merely physical, like that from manual labor in previous generations. Instead, it is characterized as "inner fatigue" or "mental exhaustion." The root cause, the author posits, is the relentless barrage of information encountered daily. From the moment of waking until sleep, individuals are exposed to a constant stream of news, opinions, videos, and digital interactions, much of which is not essential but still consumes significant mental energy.

The author draws an analogy between physical health and mental well-being, suggesting that just as people were once cautioned about the food they consumed, modern individuals should be mindful of the "food" entering their eyes and ears. The endless scrolling through social media, exposure to negative news cycles amplified by algorithms, and constant digital noise contribute to emotional residue and a sense of being overwhelmed.

Symptoms of this inner fatigue are visible in increased irritability, heightened sensitivity to online comments, anxiety about the future, difficulty finding peace, and a persistent feeling of dissatisfaction. The author implies that this constant intake of external stimuli, rather than external hardships, is a primary driver of modern malaise, leading to a state where people are mentally drained despite their comfortable surroundings.