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Old Jul 25, 2013, 11:46 AM
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Originally Posted by Hellion View Post
So I have run into a bit of a problem, on my good days I don't know what to do with myself. I've noticed I can be feeling ok but then if I can't think of anything to do for the day I feel more depressed and I get anxious/restless feeling.

I don't have much money just what my family can give me here and there, I am in the process of appealing an SSI denial sort of, I have yet to try and get a representative. I'm also trying to see what is going on with some state assistance I applied for. Anyways my financial situation sort of narrows down my options even more. I am going to maybe try and go to some support group or two or whatever for depression and anxiety issues but besides that I can't think of a lot to do.

I live at home at my moms house, and its not an ideal environment but I try and make the best of it...I tend to leave overnight rather often to go over to where my dads staying but he works during the week so hes not always around. I tend to feel like I am doomed to restless boredom everytime I come back home when I am able to get out of the house especially overnight or for a couple days and I should be able to feel somewhat comfortable and content at home.

This issue seems to be driving me insane lately. I post a lot on forums but I need other activities since that gets boring and talking about problems on forums all day probably isn't something that's helpful currently.
Some silly ideas:

Can you plan on baking or trying a new recipe. It would benefit all that live in the household and it shouldn't cost much unless you plan on cooking an expensive peice of meat.

Pick one room each day and just obssesively clean it. Buy cheap paint and re-paint a room.

Weed the yard.

Start a daily grateful list

Ask a neighbor if they need any help around the house.

Of course I do not know if you are physically disabled.
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