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Jan 30, 2017, 11:19 AM
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I feel like I get very little pleasure out of things these days, and half the time i don't want to do anything. On the weekends I'm trying to get chores done and take care of my daughter, and I rarely do any hobbies. I know that's part of being a mom to a toddler- especially a working mom- is having no time. But it's not just about time, it's about not having a desire. Sometimes I'll want to do things but most of the weekend I seem to end up feeling awful, as I've mentioned in previous posts. I do better during the week because I'm busy.
But really- how do you get interested in things and actually start doing hobbies, once you've gotten to the point of losing interest in basically everything? I mean obviously changing medication to work on the depression but what can you do beyond that? Sometimes the idea of having a hobby just seems like so much work. We just moved to a new place and haven't yet had anyone babysit. |
 Fizzyo, Fuzzybear, IrisBloom, MtnTime2896
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Jan 30, 2017, 12:29 PM
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I practically gave up on guitar two years ago, but i picked it up again two months ago. All i said to myself was to jusr hold for it a minute or two everyday. Don't stress yourself out. its not really about how good you're at it if you enjoy it.
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 Fuzzybear, LostOnTheTrail, may24, MtnTime2896
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Jan 30, 2017, 01:10 PM
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Its a long road for me. Takes time and effort
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Feb 05, 2017, 04:01 PM
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It's a long road, but baby steps are the best. Aim small, 5 minutes, a little treat like a scented bath, a candle, or two minutes on a puzzle or easy craft.......whatever you can think of. The hardest step is the first, then you can take the second. It's not at all easy but you're worth it your child will be happier if you can care about yourself too.
Good luck, wishing strength and ideas 
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Feb 05, 2017, 05:17 PM
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Your interests will come back as you recover. If you are not feeling sort of normal after a couple of months with a new med, tell your doc and see if you can try another. No med will suddenly cure you, they work slowly and your recovery is a day at a time.
You do have a lot going on having a toddler and working, so just take it easy on yourself. Don't force yourself into anything. But as stated above, maybe try holding the instrument (or whatever) or google your interest and look at pictures. One day the spark will come back, I promise! 
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Feb 05, 2017, 05:52 PM
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If your depression is being treated, try not to think too much about 'doing something'- just start doing *whatever* and you might find that you're interested in what you're doing. For example, if you used to knit, just pick up your knitting needles and yarn and start knitting, without giving the activity a lot of thought.
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Feb 06, 2017, 08:00 AM
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Quote:
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'Somewhere up above the great divide Where the sky is wide, and the clouds are few A man can see his way clear to the light 'You have all the grace you need for today, and today is all that matters.' - Steve Austin |
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Feb 06, 2017, 09:10 AM
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Feb 06, 2017, 10:24 AM
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Feb 06, 2017, 10:24 AM
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