Looking for accountability partners to motivate to get things done while depressed #3

Sunflower123 · Mar 07, 2019, 06:55 AM

I am visiting my daughter at her college campus. I traveled up yesterday. Between taking the trash out, getting the pets set up and packing, not to mention traveling...I was satisfied with what I got done. Today I will visit some more and then travel back home., unpack and rest. I usually have to rest after a trip because we are constantly on the go during the visit.

I hope everyone is well. Warm wishes to all.

Deilla · Mar 07, 2019, 01:11 PM

I took the trash out. That's all I feel like doing. I just want to sleep.

Sunflower123 · Mar 07, 2019, 09:19 PM

Happy to be home. Had a nice, productive visit with my daughter. Tomorrow I think I’ll relax.

Warm wishes to all.

Deilla · Mar 08, 2019, 09:32 AM

I washed the dishes. Today I will relax.

Mar 08, 2019, 11:44 AM

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Originally Posted by Jennifer 1967

Tomorrow I think I’ll relax.

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Originally Posted by Deilla

Today I will relax.

So will I, relax!

I have met to an appointment and have been in the grocery store. I will relax in the afternoon with Netflix. I am going to continue to relax during the weekend, only take care of myself. Sunday is Church-day for me. I will dine out with a good friend as well.

Hope to see you at Monday!

A really good and relaxed weekend to you!

Deilla · Mar 08, 2019, 06:49 PM

It's been a nice day. I did start my car and let it run for 15 minutes. I haven't driven it for a while and I didn't want the battery to die. So I felt like I accomplished one thing. Tomorrow I will clean the litter boxes. Hope everyone has a nice weekend!

Sunflower123 · Mar 09, 2019, 04:05 PM

I’m going to work on being active for the rest of the day since depression is creeping in. I’m going grocery shopping and then I’m going to work on my bedroom for a couple of hours then I’m going to read a self help book. Hopefully that will get me out of the rut.

Warm wishes to all.

Sunflower123 · Mar 09, 2019, 05:13 PM

Plans for Sunday:

1. Attend church.
2. Clothes and shoes shopping.
3. Clean my bedroom.
4. Read a self help book.
5. Rest and relax.

Warm wishes to all.

Deilla · Mar 09, 2019, 05:41 PM

I cleaned off my kitchen counters and I cleaned out the fridge. I'm going to rest now. Tomorrow, I don't know. I'll see how it goes. Hope everyone is doing well.

Mar 10, 2019, 04:12 AM

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Originally Posted by Jennifer 1967

I’m going to work on being active for the rest of the day since depression is creeping in.

So wise! It is exactly what it is about; to understand the difference between when we need to rest and when it might be dangerous to rest!

Good Luck!

Deilla · Mar 10, 2019, 07:35 AM

I cooked a casserole, did laundry and ordered groceries. Today I plan to clean the litter box and wash dishes.

Deilla · Mar 10, 2019, 10:44 PM

I've had a productive day. I managed to wash the dishes and clean the litter box. Tomorrow I hope to cook and open packages. Hope everyone is doing well.

Sunflower123 · Mar 11, 2019, 09:35 AM

I quit working out consistently and eating well when my family members became ill/injured and I was caring for them. Today, I am going to get my surroundings and mind back in line in order to start back tomorrow. This means I’m going to pack my gym bag, inventory my groceries...throw out the junk and grocery shop for healthy food, straighten up the house (an untidy house impacts my mood) and get to bed by 9:30 in order to make the 5:30 A.M. exercise class. Fingers crossed.

Warm wishes to all.

Mar 11, 2019, 03:01 PM

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Originally Posted by Jennifer 1967

I quit working out consistently and eating well when my family members became ill/injured and I was caring for them. Today, I am going to get my surroundings and mind back in line in order to start back tomorrow. This means I’m going to pack my gym bag, inventory my groceries...throw out the junk and grocery shop for healthy food, straighten up the house (an untidy house impacts my mood) and get to bed by 9:30 in order to make the 5:30 A.M. exercise class. Fingers crossed.

I wish you well!

Mar 11, 2019, 03:12 PM

I have had brunch with friends today and participated in voluntary work. Am tired. Even if I feel too tired to plan for tomorrow I will make a try.

Plans for Tuesday:

- After breakfast and hygiene: Do the dish wash
- Put on the washing machine
- Make a list of what I need to buy in the grocery shop
- After the grocery; eat and then go for a 20 minutes walk
- Rest a bit
- Try to make a list to follow for the rest of the day

Best wishes and hopes for each one of you!

Deilla · Mar 11, 2019, 04:13 PM

I did another grocery shop this morning. Then I slept all day. I wasn't feeling well.

Sunflower123 · Mar 12, 2019, 04:05 AM

I am going to clean house today as my daughter will be home for spring break soon. Yay!! I’m also going to run errands and make some calls. I’m going to keep as busy as possible today as I had a friend die unexpectedly from unknown causes Sunday and I need to stay busy and distracted.

Warm wishes to all.

Deilla · Mar 12, 2019, 05:01 AM

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Originally Posted by Jennifer 1967

I am going to clean house today as my daughter will be home for spring break soon. Yay!! I’m also going to run errands and make some calls. I’m going to keep as busy as possible today as I had a friend die unexpectedly from unknown causes Sunday and I need to stay busy and distracted.

Warm wishes to all.

Sorry to hear about your friend. Sending good thoughts your way. (((hugs)))

Deilla · Mar 12, 2019, 05:04 AM

I managed to take a shower and I changed the sheets on my bed. Today I may put laundry away. It just depends on how I feel. Mainly I want to relax. No pressure.

Deilla · Mar 12, 2019, 12:56 PM

I ended up doing two loads of laundry and doing prep work in the kitchen. I'm done for the day. I plan to relax now. Tomorrow I see my med provider.

Mar 13, 2019, 05:23 AM

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Originally Posted by Jennifer 1967

I am going to clean house today as my daughter will be home for spring break soon. Yay!! I’m also going to run errands and make some calls. I’m going to keep as busy as possible today as I had a friend die unexpectedly from unknown causes Sunday and I need to stay busy and distracted.

Sorry for the loss of your friend! It can be wise to distract from "depressing thoughts". My experience is, however, that if we jump over the grief when somebody dies, it will come back later.

May be it can be wise to set a time limit for the grief of your friend. Example: "From 06:00 pm to 06:45 I will think about the loss of NN. Then I will drink a cup of tea while playing relaxing music. 07:00 pm I am going to run in the park and after that see the News".

It was only an idea. I usually look at pictures and remember them, let my tears free and say prayers for them. As a catholic I can do that. May be you, who are not catholic, can pray for the mourning relatives of the dead person instead.

I need to be strict with my borders when somebody dies as well, but I never jump over the grief.

Just my suggestions ... Whatever you choose, I hope it works for you!
Best wishes!

Mar 13, 2019, 05:33 AM

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Originally Posted by Singer47

Plans for Tuesday:

- After breakfast and hygiene: Do the dish wash
- Put on the washing machine
- Make a list of what I need to buy in the grocery shop
- After the grocery; eat and then go for a 20 minutes walk
- Rest a bit
- Try to make a list to follow for the rest of the day

Yesterday was quite a day. I woke up to a very windy weather and lots of rain. I felt tired and allowed myself to have a day of rest. (Did none of my items for the day). I really needed the rest.

This morning the sun shines and I am on my way out for a walk. Afterward I will do all the items from yesterday!

Good wishes and hopes for each one of you!

Sunflower123 · Mar 13, 2019, 06:44 AM

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Originally Posted by Singer47

Sorry for the loss of your friend! It can be wise to distract from "depressing thoughts". My experience is, however, that if we jump over the grief when somebody dies, it will come back later.

May be it can be wise to set a time limit for the grief of your friend. Example: "From 06:00 pm to 06:45 I will think about the loss of NN. Then I will drink a cup of tea while playing relaxing music. 07:00 pm I am going to run in the park and after that see the News".

It was only an idea. I usually look at pictures and remember them, let my tears free and say prayers for them. As a catholic I can do that. May be you, who are not catholic, can pray for the mourning relatives of the dead person instead.

I need to be strict with my borders when somebody dies as well, but I never jump over the grief.

Just my suggestions ... Whatever you choose, I hope it works for you!
Best wishes!

Excellent advice! Thank you.