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Task Paralysis Explained: Why Your Brain Feels Frozen

It feels like your feet are made of lead. You know you have work to do, but you just can't move. This isn't laziness; it is your brain's way of saying it is overwhelmed.

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What is it?

Task paralysis is like a 'system error' in your head. Your brain looks at a job and gets so scared or confused that it just stops. It is like being stuck in park when you really want to drive.

Signs & Symptoms

Staring at a screen or a mess for a long time.
Feeling a heavy or tight feeling in your chest.
Doing 'fake work' like checking emails instead of the big task.
Feeling like you are trapped inside your own body.

Why does this happen?

Your brain's starter motor is stuck. When a task feels too big, your brain treats it like a scary monster. Instead of helping you work, your brain hits the 'freeze' button to protect you.

The Action Plan

Try breaking down your next task like this to overcome the block:
1

Wiggle your body

1m

Wiggle your fingers and toes to remind your brain you can move.

2

The 10-Second Win

1m

Find one tiny thing to touch or move related to the task.

3

Say it out loud

1m

Say 'I am just going to do this one thing' to make it real.

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How HealUp Actually Helps

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