Frustration!

All I want to do is read a book. Why can't I just do That? No, instead, I have read facebook mindlessly, looking at the screen and not soaking in the words -- but drawn to it repeatedly nonetheless. I have gone to the store -- with a list of two items only to leave with two arms full. I have read a chapter of the book that was assigned to me 6 months ago by my T, stared at the first page of the newly assigned reading, debating about whether or not to start it or the book that I really want to read, and previewed all of my recent purchases in kindle and nook apps -- all before purchasing the book that I set out to read. I have reflected on my day, from major accomplishments to minute details. I have started paragraphs and found myself at the last word wondering how I got there without remembering the road by which I traveled. I came here to vent my frustration, only to be momentarily side-tracked by the list of unread posts-- reading the titles and wondering what was on the mind of online friends. I'm so frustrated. . . I just want to read the book that I set out to read!

Is this a daily problem or just worse today?

Sometimes I want to read and I don't try because I know I won't be able to focus. Today is really bad though. I've been starting several things at once all day. I have made my way back around to finishing a few but I can't settle myself to read. It is just really frustrating to want to do something and not be able to do it.

I can relate. My mind won't steady long enough to allow me to do anything and my reading comprehension is zippo. I'm sorry you are struggling so much and I hope you can read a book soon. If read the one you want to read first, it will help hold your attention more easily. Good luck and hugs!

Thanks ElsaMars, it may hold my attention better than the others but that is the problem. My attention is not being held for long. When attempting, i just keep trailing off. I give up! I'm going to bed!

I have a really hard time focusing on reading too, which sucks because i used to love to read. I find non-fiction is easier to focus on than fiction for me. But it is totally frustrating

I haven't been able to read a book in two months. Can keep my attention focused long enough

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I hope things get better for you. I was a avid reader pre-bipolar and then I couldn't focus on one paragraph. It really bummed me out. This past year, I've been able to resume my hobby of reading again. Not sure what changed but I am grateful. Hang in there. I know it is frustrating.

Rainyday, you give me hope :-)

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I can relate. I have six, yes six poker books, and I haven't read any.
I keep playing, and when I lose, I feel remorse. Maybe I should have read at least one.
After this reply, I'm gonna read one chapter. The whole chapter. Of the one is on top. The newest one. Not that it matters. Wish me luck finishing the chapter.

I'm sorry. Boring. But I have an idea. I can listen to them like if was music.
I'll find recorded material or pay my kid to record certain chapters.

I would end up having to replay the whole chapter at this point. I am on my way UP and it feels so goood! Still can't read though. . .would like to be high (off of myself) and be able to read. Is that possible?

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Yes, definitely possible!