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Originally Posted by BirdDancer
Hugs, WC! You accomplished an incredible amount today. I know how difficult doing such seemingly basic tasks can be when depressed. Those who've never known depression have no idea. Such accomplishments should be rewarded. Do reward yourself. You did it! And when there are times you just can't do them, that's OK, too. It took me a long time to really learn that. I remember in my early days I'd almost punish myself for not achieving things. Punishing myself for being sick! Now I know that all of us who struggle with depression are much braver and harder working than we give ourselves credit for. Even if all we can do in a given day is get out of bed to put day clothes on.
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Thank you, BirdDancer!
I really struggle with not being "useful" around the house on a daily basis. I certainly have days I must just rest. I feel like I have fallen very far behind because of my depression, other illnesses and pain. I just cannot keep up.
In addition to H, I have my mom living with us. Even when H is working or away on business, I still have someone else to consider, still get meals, etc.
So it's rare I can relax and have some truly "alone" time. I usually get that for about three hours on Sunday afternoon.
There are many days I'd give almost anything for a day alone.
I am up, no matter how I am feeling, to get breakfast for whomever is at home. I take it from there. If I can push to do more, I do my best to do so. If not, I take a short break and hope to find some energy, somehow.
I am currently angst-ridden about all that has fallen by the wayside.
I have tried to relax and tried to believe I would get to things another day, but I have not caught up! I have let too much pile up on me.
Thanks so much for your very kinds words and your encouragement!
WC