To be stuck in the 'mud' ...

[stuckinthemud1]

Morning all,

I've name changed and chose the name because that's how I often feel. Stuck in the mud. I'm a teacher so currently off work and I struggle without the routine. I've lived with depression for years and on unless I have set plans I struggle to motivate myself to get up, out of bed and enjoy the day.

Me and my partner had a terrible argument at the weekend and I drank too much on Saturday, so yesterday I spent the entire day in bed. Today I woke up at 10 but I'm still in bed. I want to go for a walk and do a food shop but it literally feels like I'm... stuck in the mud.

Does anyone else feel like this? Do I cave and take a second lazy day? Do I try to give myself a talking to and get up?

Maybe it's my relationship with my partner, maybe it's my relationship with alcohol, maybe it's my relationship with my brain. But I'm struggling.

Please come chat 🙃 xx

Bump

Stop drinking.
Set your alarm to get up at your usual time, eat at your usual time, and find things to do. Go to the library, go for a walk, whatever.

You could try volunteering for the 6 weeks.

Even if it's just a few hours in the morning. That way you won't be able to drink much the night before, you'll be up early and the rest of the day is your own.

I feel a little bit like this sometimes, but I think taking to bed for days on end is a bit extreme and won't make you feel any better. In your shoes I'd be looking for counselling to see if there's an underlying issue you're using alcohol to distract yourself from (or maybe you've already done this!)

I used to have days like this a lot pre-kids, now it's not an option and tbh I feel better to have to be up every day. Design yourself a routine and stick to it. Imagine your body is a pet you have to look after. You need to keep it clean, fed, exercised and rested the right amount. Forget the brain bit and address bodily needs, see if you feel better.

Start with a good walk for some fresh air and nature. Sounds trite but it helps.