Why We Struggle is a quiet place for understanding the challenges of adult life.
Somewhere between figuring things out and having it all together, most of us get stuck. We struggle with money even when we're earning more than before. We burn out despite caring about our work. We repeat patterns in relationships we swore we'd break. We start habits that don't last and carry mental loads that never seem to lighten.
These struggles are especially common in the years when life gets complicated—when careers demand more, relationships deepen, responsibilities multiply, and the gap between who we are and who we thought we'd be becomes impossible to ignore.
This site doesn't offer quick fixes or life-changing promises. It offers explanations. Simple ones. The kind that help you understand why you do what you do, without judgment or pressure to be different.
What You'll Find Here
Articles organized into seven areas: Money, Work & Burnout, Relationships, Habits, Mental Load, Identity, and Decision Fatigue. Each piece follows a similar structure:
- The pattern we don't notice
- The psychology behind it
- Why it keeps repeating
- What actually helps
The Tone
Calm. Curious. Non-judgmental. No guru energy. No extreme opinions. No promises. Just thoughtful exploration of why we are the way we are.
These struggles are universal. They cross borders, cultures, and circumstances. Whether you're reading this from a busy city or a quiet town, the patterns are the same. We're all navigating similar challenges in different contexts.
How We Write
Our writing is informed by psychology, behavioral research, and lived experience. We focus on clarity over credentials and explanation over advice.
Ownership & Purpose
Why We Struggle is an independent editorial project created to explore the everyday psychological and behavioral patterns that shape adult life.
The site is published under Ensomnia Media, a media and technology company that supports long-form educational and explanatory content across multiple platforms.
Important Notes
The content on this site is for educational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Articles about mental health patterns are not a substitute for professional mental health care. Content about financial patterns is not financial advice. If you're struggling with mental health concerns, please reach out to a licensed therapist or counselor. For financial decisions, consult a qualified financial advisor.
If you're here, you're probably trying to understand something about yourself. That's a good instinct. Understanding usually helps.