Just can't be arsed.

[ficklemissfickle]

Not sure where this should go, been bit of a year with various stress inducing events - a rollercoaster emotionally - culminating in the death of my much loved dog a little time ago. Managed to get into a routine of self-care for my mental health in the spring by having a little morning routine including mediation, yoga, journaling and a early morning 10 minute walk. That's all gone out the window as we now have a new puppy ( who we adore) but is obviously time consuming. I'm hopeful things will settle down & I will be able to resume all the little things that seemed to help. But I've fallen into a pit of cannot be arsed with ANYTHING or anyone quite honestly. My tolerance is very low, I'm snappy, negative & anxious, the thought of having to have a shower even seems too much. Not sure there is any solution other than time but just wanted to vent. Thanks for reading.

Sorry you’re having a hard time op. The new addition will have bought with it stress and unpredictablity to your routine. But as you say. Give it time. Also what I find helpful is setting very small goals in the morning and just doing that for a few days and see how You feel.

Have you been to your GP for a general checkup / blood tests just to be sure you don't have anything physical happening eg low Vit or iron, thyroid etc. Might be a good idea to rule anything out that is contributing to your low mood atm?

When you take the puppy for its morning walk, can you combine that with some time for reflection - perhaps a mindfulness podcast or something? Maybe same in the evening? Presumably you're taking the pup out for longer than 10 mins a pop, but not lots longer... You could walk for 10—15 mins, sit down, cuddle the pup (calming) while gathering your thoughts abd setting your intentions for the day, then stroll home again? It's not the same, but there's no reason to believe it couldn't also be helpful.

Thank you all. I have been perimenopausal for the last 6 years - from the age of 41 - & now on HRT but still need to manage my moods & anxiety, the pup is not old enough to take for walks yet but I'm sure, when he is, that will help no end. I'm just very impatient & not good at tolerating being below par.