Feeling fed up
Tired of something that keeps happening, and out of patience with it.
If this feeling is heavy right now, you don’t have to hold it alone. Free support is available.
Where it sits on the wheel
Fed up is in the outer ring, under Angry › Frustrated.
A gentle prompt
What has happened one too many times? Write down what you’d like to be different.
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Something that might help right now
A slow breathing guide. Some people find a longer breath out helps them feel a little steadier.
Small things some people find helpful
- Write down what keeps happening, in a sentence or two, even just for yourself.
- Talk it over with someone who isn’t part of the situation, like a friend.
- Take a break from it if you can: a walk, some air, an evening off.
- Pick one small thing you can change, and let the rest be for now.
Feelings near fed up
Frustrated (one ring in)
Fed up is frustration that has gone on so long your patience has run out.
Irritated (also under Frustrated)
Irritated is mild and in the moment; fed up has built up over time.
Impatient (also under Frustrated)
Impatient wants it to happen sooner; fed up wants it to stop happening.
About the feelings wheel
Fed up is one of the 104 words on the Slow Days feelings wheel, and the list of feelings has them all. The wheel isn’t a test or a diagnosis.
If a feeling has been heavy for a while, or you don’t feel safe, please talk to someone you trust or reach out for free support. If you’re in danger, call your local emergency number.