[Crook32]

I find joy in nothing. Everything bores me. I am taking a Facebook break now because it was so boring. I can't concentrate enough to watch tv or read a book. I keep trying to find activities to distract me but nothing sticks. So I end up restless and agitated. Stuck in my own head which is not a great place to be. I find myself mentally writing farewell letters to people. I need something that engages me but this darn depression is making it impossible.

[Sunflower123]

I'm sorry you're having such a tough time. I can't remember. Do you see a tdoc or take meds?

[Wild Coyote]

I'm sorry you are having to endure depression and its anhedonia.

I've been experiencing a lot of this and although it's tough to be patient with this, I find a way to sit through it. It helps me to know its not forever. (I have to let my rational mind rule my thoughts in these situations.)

I wish I could be more helpful.

I hope you can find the patience to get through.


WC

[treevoice]

I went through a period of about a year where I went through this after quitting drinking, it was like everything was infuriatingly boring without alcohol to make me have fun. You didn't mention substance abuse being an issue so this may not be the trick for you, but what helped me snap out of it was finding a challenging physical activity that you enjoy doing (might take some experimenting) such as a martial arts practice, archery, fencing - whatever interests you. What did the trick for me was a blend of yoga and pole fitness (pole dancing). I was never a very athletic person and sports didn't interest me, but finding an activity that put me out of my brain and into my body that turned out to be really fun completely turned my attitude around. Good luck!

[Crook32]

Originally Posted by Jennifer 1967

I'm sorry you're having such a tough time. I can't remember. Do you see a tdoc or take meds?

Yes I am on meds. See my pdoc later today.

[Crook32]

Originally Posted by treevoice

I went through a period of about a year where I went through this after quitting drinking, it was like everything was infuriatingly boring without alcohol to make me have fun. You didn't mention substance abuse being an issue so this may not be the trick for you, but what helped me snap out of it was finding a challenging physical activity that you enjoy doing (might take some experimenting) such as a martial arts practice, archery, fencing - whatever interests you. What did the trick for me was a blend of yoga and pole fitness (pole dancing). I was never a very athletic person and sports didn't interest me, but finding an activity that put me out of my brain and into my body that turned out to be really fun completely turned my attitude around. Good luck!

No addiction issues. I used to take karate and have thought about that but I just can't get myself to do it.

[bioChE]

I feel that boredom sometimes also. At times it's associated with depression. Other times it's associated with stress, overwhelmed or overloaded.

[treevoice]

Originally Posted by Crook32

No addiction issues. I used to take karate and have thought about that but I just can't get myself to do it.

I wonder if maybe something new would be better? When I am going through a phase where nothing i used to love interests me, sometimes picking up something I've never tried before can be a little more exciting/motivating. Just a thought. Sometimes even taking a baby step can help put you in the right direction, like reading an article or watching a youtube video to help get you excited?

[Ripose]

I always found that computer games help a lot. The latest game I have is OTTD (Open Transport Tycoon Deluxe). It's free!

[LadyShadow]

I have found that I am the same way. Everything just bores me. What I just do is just blast the music and hope to find something interesting.

Do you like to draw? Art Therapy can be helpful. I enjoyed it when I did it.

[Unrigged64072835]

I've been that way quite a few times. Not have enough interest to do anything.

Hope things work out well with the pdoc.

[liveforsummer]

Originally Posted by Fharraige

I've been that way quite a few times. Not have enough interest to do anything.

Hope things work out well with the pdoc.

Ditto that.
Still trying to find "exciting" activities. I like the idea of pole fitness that was mentioned that sounds fun.
Hang in there

I feel really bored too. I've had a hobby of competitive Scrabble off and on for the last 15 years but i quit a couple weeks ago and it feels like for good this time. It's not only boring it's frustrating too. It IS a diversion but the answer is not to do something unpleasant. I find myself laying around most of the day. I'm really only awake in the evenings. What a life.

[Crook32]

I am supposed to be making a list of workplace accommodations to show to my T. T, pdoc and boss have finally convinced me to go for it. I just have a hard time thinking of myself as disabled. This will probably bore me to. Let's see if I get past 5 minutes.

[lilypup]

This might sound crazy (which I am), but I am too depressed to be bored. Boredom would be a step up I think.

[liveforsummer]

Originally Posted by lilypup

This might sound crazy (which I am), but I am too depressed to be bored. Boredom would be a step up I think.

I think I only get that bored feeling when even or starting to elevate. Youre very correct, when depressed boredom would certainly be a better alternative.

[Alisher]

I find that if my financial situation is not bad, that time my depression will be easier. Another option which helps is knowledge that one day depression will be over.

[Alisher]

Originally Posted by Crook32

I just have a hard time thinking of myself as disabled.

Kick this thought out. All of us here have psychiatric problems and we are fighting, looking for optimal solutions. We are not disabled - imho

[Crook32]

Had a kid birthday party this morning and am now at the zoo. All I want to do is sleep. All this interactions with people overwhelms me.

[exclamationpoint]

I relate to this feeling. I don't know if you read poetry, but this poem expresses it for me in a way: https://www.poetryfoundation.org/poe...s/detail/47534

I agree that finding something physical to do is a good idea. Exercise helps mood too. It gets easier for me the less depressed I get, but it's hard in the beginning.