For people with a low social battery or social anxiety, facing social jetlag is extremely common. It refers to that feeling of exhaustion after socialising with people, even if for a brief period of time. "Social jet lag can set in quickly, sometimes within just 30 minutes of social interaction, while for others, it might hit a few days later, mimicking the lag from a long-haul flight," wrote Therapist Carolyn Rubenstein.
Here are a few signs of social jetlag that we should know about.(istockphoto) The sense of exhaustion may kick in the next day after socialising. We may start to feel groggy or tired.
(Unsplash) Headaches, muscle aches or digestive issues are some of the physical symptoms of social jetlag that may start to show up. (Unsplash) In order to stay awake or stay energised, the body may start to crave caffeine. We may start to feel that we are tired all the time.
(Unsplash) Patience and tolerance start to take a backseat as we get irritated and frustrated at the slightest of things. (Unsplash) We start to isolate ourselves from others as we feel the need to be alone to recharge ourselves before we can talk to others.(Unsplash).
