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I am an introvert and I want to stay in. But the pandemic and working from home has done a number on me.
When I was younger I was so focused. I remember Friday nights I would come home, have a cup of coffee.. and work from 6-10 on cleaning and finances. I actually looked forward to it. I had organized folders and bought books... Now, I am a mess. I pay bills as needed and usually at the last second and I feel like I have such a ton of things to do.. I don't even feel like it anymore. I just want to sit around and watch tv or play on the computer. Anyone have any experience getting back to a life that isn't just sitting watching tv? I feel like I have lost goals. |
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@NatalieJastrow I am sorry you are not feeling as motivated as you once were.
When I have been in pain or depressed it is easier to do mindless things. Sometimes my diet reinforced those feelings so when I changed to a high protein low carb diet I had less mood swings. I also find exercise helps my energy levels. Adrienne complete beginner yoga or five minute tai chi are easy no strain exercises that get my energy going. What I do is make a list of what needs to be done and prioritize the list. I don't get everything done but I do the highest priority first. Not sure what will work with you.Setting limits on TV or computer might help. Maybe looking at what emotion or experience is controlling your activities. Usually I find some wounded part of me that wants attention and when I give it that attention it is less controlling of me. CANDC [If you want me to see your reply to this post please include @CANDC in your message - not in requoting my message] __________________ Super Moderator Community Support Team "Things Take Time" |
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You might want to look up "How to set SMART goals", and be sure to reward yourself once you've accomplished something.
There are also 2 books: "Tiny Habits" and "Atomic Habits". You could try getting them through the library or order secondhand copies through abebooks.com . |
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I just feel like there are no goals once you get over like 50 years old. I need some sort of structure and goals. |
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I'm over 50, and I find I have to go into denial about it to some extent, so as to cultivate myself still and reinvent myself.
Perhaps having a vision board would help you... stimulate your creativity and ability to dream again... |
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__________________ Major Depressive Disorder; Sleep Apnea; possibly on the spectrum Nuvigil 50mg; Effexor 37.5mg Wellbutrin 100mg; meds for blood pressure & cholesterol |
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