There are a few verses in Psalms mention numbness: Psalm 38:8, 88:15, and 143:4. In those verses, it appears the pain was so intense that the Psalmist felt numb. Emotional numbness tends to be your mind's way of coping and protecting itself from painful emotions. So try to think of what might feel painful to you if you weren't numb to it, and find ways to process it. When you start getting to the root (whether it's trauma or simply prolonged stress), you will need ways to work through it, and I will share a few: 1. Praying exactly what is on your heart Psalm 62:8 says to "pour out your heart before Him." Tell God exactly how you are feeling - and not only praying in your mind and verbally. Sometimes you might not even be able to find the words, but still realize God is there for you and sees your heart, and at least express your desire to share what is heavy on your heart 2. Journaling It can help to write out your thoughts on whatever may be painful to think about, whether it's past experiences, a current situation, or fears about the future - and then remind yourself of God's faithfulness. Think of what might apply from God's Word, for example the promises that He is always with us (Hebrews 13:5), He is working all things together for our good (Romans 8:28), and we have the hope of eternal life in heaven where there is no suffering forever (Revelation 21:4). 3. Finding a Biblical counselor / therapist Look for someone who is trained to help with processing memories or coping with stress, or anything else you might be struggling with.