Suman Singh Suman Singh Asked 5 months ago

Why do i feel more tired when i sleep longer?

I've started trying to get 8-9 hours of sleep, thinking it would make me feel rested. Instead, I feel more tired and sluggish than when I slept for 6-7 hours. Is this normal?

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Divya Prakash Divya Prakash Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago
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Yes, this happens to me too. Oversleeping really messes with my energy. Stick to a consistent schedule.

Vijay Patel Vijay Patel Joined Mar 2026 5 months ago

Bhai, too much of anything is not good. Your body has a natural sleep cycle. If you oversleep, you might wake up during a deep sleep phase, which makes you feel groggy. Try to maintain a regular sleep schedule, even on holidays. Simple rule, stick to it.

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Rohan Khanna Rohan Khanna Joined Apr 2026 5 months ago

While oversleeping can definitely make you feel groggy, persistent fatigue even after 'enough' sleep could point to other underlying issues. Conditions like sleep apnea, thyroid problems, or even nutrient deficiencies can cause this. I'd highly recommend getting a comprehensive check-up at a good hospital and discussing your sleep patterns clearly with the doctor.

Sunita Devi Sunita Devi Joined Jan 2026 5 months ago

This is a very common question, and many feel the same way! When you sleep excessively, you can disrupt your circadian rhythm, which makes you feel more fatigued or even gives you a headache. The key is finding your 'sweet spot' for sleep duration and sticking to a consistent schedule. It takes some experimentation.

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Priya Sharma Priya Sharma Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago

I totally get it! It feels so counterintuitive, right? Like, you expect to feel amazing after extra sleep, but instead you just feel heavier and more tired. It's really frustrating when that happens. Our bodies are weird sometimes!

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