[bos314489]

I bought myself some flowers.

[unfearless]

i spent my savings for something that i dont really need, useless. it helps for a few hours. but i'm back in depression again now.

[bos314489]

Originally Posted by unfearless

i spent my savings for something that i dont really need, useless. it helps for a few hours. but i'm back in depression again now.

Oh yeah and I ate some cookies for a brief sugar high which faded... but the flowers are still there helping.

[shortandcute]

I actually got out of the house this morning and went to another town that is a one-hour drive away today! I also made my bed, picked up my room, showered, and put away the dishes b4 we left!

[onionknight]

On the subject of short-term fixes, diet coke always helps me!

[1hopefulgal]

Today was one of my slept-too-late days. I don't feel like doing anything but crawling back under the bed covers.

Instead, I told my 20-something son that I'm having a bad day and asked him to help keep me accountable for going out and getting a little sunshine this afternoon. Then, I immediately went in and took a shower--something that doesn't usually get done until late afternoon.

To anyone else, this probably sounds silly, but for me it was a real step in pushing forward. Baby steps. ;-)

Edited to add:
I think the OP's question is an important one! It is something I should ask myself every day! Thank you!!

Short term? Stopped the use of grains.

Long term? Stopped the use of caffeine

Next effort? Stop the use of sugar

[GreyThinker]

Hmm nothing yet. Just going through the motions .... guess I could put more effort in, hey? thanks for this post.

[RJ78]

I worked hard for my students (and, it would seem, for me!).

[lindammarie]

I focused on something besides myself. It's hard to do, but when I am able, it really helps.

[Khym]

Got off my butt and cleaned my shop.

[rossiv46]

Went to the gym.

[Crashed Again]

I recently found a new church. I met with the pastor today and we talked for two hours. He now has a fairly good abstract of me. I left there today feeling better than I did when I left my new therapist just the other day. What a wonderful man. I thank him for his time. He then said he was thanking me instead, that he felt blessed that I came to his church and that I came to him to talk with. Today is ending a lot better than it started, not great but all that bad.

[Nicks_Nose]

Finally gave up the procrastination and got some things done and felt better for doing them.

["Tilly may"]

I went to the gym on the treadmill and exercise bike, then i went in my art studio and did a self portrait in ink.

listened to my goddess EA

she always has words of encouragement and i know i'm not alone when she's playing

[lindammarie]

Originally Posted by Crashed Again

I recently found a new church. I met with the pastor today and we talked for two hours. He now has a fairly good abstract of me. I left there today feeling better than I did when I left my new therapist just the other day. What a wonderful man. I thank him for his time. He then said he was thanking me instead, that he felt blessed that I came to his church and that I came to him to talk with. Today is ending a lot better than it started, not great but all that bad.

It's always good to find someone new to be part of your support system! I've moved around a lot and getting used to a new group of people can be stressful. I hope this new church will be a good fit for you.

[lindammarie]

The only thing I can think of today is getting online for support and to work on some personal learning sites to build me up...

[bos314489]

I did some art therapy and took my dog to the beach also I ate a fruit and a veggie. I don't necessarily feel that much better though.