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Originally Posted by justafriend306
Is boredom perhaps a problem?
I've been getting up early and immediately immersing myself in activity - something that engages both mind and body. I do art. It gets me 'free thinking'. I get completely involved in it. So, I've managed to eradicate my morning melancholy.
The afternoons are a bit harder as yes, this is when I get a bit bored. Again though I try to activate my brain. This is when I will do my CBT worksheets, journalling and homework. It takes me about an hour. I will usually then go to the market. I find myself napping afterwards. The CBT work sometimes is hard and takes a lot out of me. I have a daily guided journal too which seems to go hand in hand with the CBT.
You mentioned 'doing CBT'. I'm not sure what you mean by that. Are you telling us you are trying to use mindfulness and coping skills or are you referring to the homework involved?
What I am trying to say I guess is to keep your mind occupied.
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"Doing CBT" means actively practicing the skills. I think I am in a low mood in the morning because of low blood sugar and I should probably drink a small glass of natural fruit juice right away. I was happier when I had a job and just got up and out of the house. I think being unemployed is causing my problems. Until I get a new job I should probably schedule something more vigorous in the morning like a run. I think if I got out first thing in the morning it would improve my mood for the rest of the day.
Yes, I am bored~~~ but I think I've been bored for years~~~
It is something I really need to challenge myself to think about. I hate where I live (the US state) and really want to make a big cross country move to the coast but the thought of such a big challenge gives me anxiety. Again I need to practice CBT skills to approach this whole move thing.
I like your idea about doing CBT worksheets and homework in late afternoon. It's a good time to schedule that.
Thanks!
