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To wonder what is wrong with me? Why can’t I get anything done?

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ClearyMe · 27/01/2026 16:04

Happy to hear I’m just totally lazy and that’s the problem. I feel like that must be true!

Whenever I have a day off, when it’s just me, I will literally get nothing done. It’s like really severe procrastination. I don’t live in a tip, I will eventually do jobs, but it’s hard for me to start anything.

Im not depressed, I don’t think. I just want to rest. I want to shut myself away and do nothing. I don’t know why and I know it’s not good for me. I feel rubbish afterwards. I don’t mind being called lazy, but please be kind. I do want to change. I feel like I get completely overwhelmed by the thought of tasks. When I’m at work, I’m not lazy in the slightest. I’m always busy. I just can’t seem to be like this without the pressure of a work environment. How do I change? Grateful for any constructive advice.

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CuppaTandBicky · 27/01/2026 16:07

Same.
I think Im burnt out after years and years of bringing up kids and having a career. Now I just want to do nothing if I have a day off...

StabbyCat · 27/01/2026 16:06

Same. Watching with interest.

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