The semester’s over—finally. No more late-night study sessions, endless deadlines, or back-to-back classes. You’d think you’d feel free, right?

So why does it feel more like a crash than a celebration?

Maybe you’re exhausted, zoning out more than usual, or wondering why your motivation disappeared the moment exams ended. You’re not lazy, and you’re definitely not alone.

Do you ever feel like even the smallest comment or misunderstanding hits you harder than it should? Maybe someone says something offhand, and hours later, you're still thinking about it—turning it over in your mind, wondering what it meant, or if it means they don’t really care.

This narrative seeks to elucidate the essence of somatic therapy and its potential in alleviating the burden of depression.