So drained

[Movingon23]

Life has been hell recently. I have had alot going on. Still do. But I want to try and start heading for a positive path way. Its still gonna be a bit shit. Because I can't control shit things people do that have an effect on me /family. But I can control what I do.

So because of all the stress etc the house has been a bit neglected. I just had a burst of energy and thought right I'm gonna clean the kitchen . Get it all sorted and do a roast dinner.

Went in kitchen. Empty the bins . Then i get mum, mum . What you doing . What time is dinner. Can I have. Mum I'm bored. What's gonna be in the roast . Mum can xx stay... Mum my blanket smells funny. And more

I know sounds stupid but it's drainingthe fuck out of me. I left the kitchen. And posted this shit on mn. And it's taken me around 20 mins to write because my brain has died. And no one had said a single word to me.

Hi Movingon23, I'm sorry to hear that you are feeling drained and overwhelmed by life. I can understand how stressful and exhausting it can be to deal with a lot of problems and challenges, and to try to keep your house and your family in order. You are not alone in this, and you are doing a great job.

I think you need to take a break and do something nice for yourself. You deserve some time and space to relax and recharge your batteries, and to enjoy the things that make you happy. You don't have to do everything by yourself, or to be perfect all the time. You can ask for help or support from your family or friends, or delegate some tasks or chores to your kids or partner. You can also set some boundaries and rules with your kids, and teach them to respect your needs and wishes.

Make sure you have ticked off the boring but necessary stuff - enough sleep, proper diet with protein, do something fun for yourself every day (movie, book, meeting a friend for coffee, whatever).

Hopefully, someone else will be along shortly to give you more advice.