Feeling constantly pressured, rushed, and troubled by persistent demands or worries. This state involves being repeatedly disturbed or stressed by external pressures that don't allow for rest.
From 'harry,' meaning 'to persistently attack or torment,' related to the Old English 'hergian' meaning 'to make war.' The emotional sense captures the feeling of being under constant assault from stressors or demands.
Feeling harried activates our brain's threat detection system continuously, never allowing the parasympathetic nervous system to fully engage in rest and recovery. This chronic activation can lead to decision fatigue and decreased emotional resilience over time.
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