Is this normal ?

[Chamelotfolk]

Since past many days I simply don't feel like doing anything. It's like I am trodding from one day into another. No enthusiasm,no will or desire to do the work , do chores and simply just going on. I probably should mention that I am stressed as we are relocating and having some issues dealing with parents as they have become quite stubborn due to age .

Is it a phase? I feel like I am stuck forever. Does it pass or any ideas to get through this ?

TIA

Sounds like you're run down and/or depressed with all these demanding things going on at once. Are you managing to keep up a good standard of food intake, or if not, vitamins, iron supplements? (I was surprised to find I had anaemia recently, sorted out by a course of iron tablets.) I'd also add, and admit I'm so bad at this, that however much you don't want to, a short walk once or twice a day can actually boost your energy rather than using it up. Try not to feel guilty about taking a little time for yourself when you "ought to" be concentrating all the time on serious matters. You need to rest too.

It may be worth a visit to your GP if it becomes really debilitating, but beware of the dreaded anti-depressants. They can be a life saver in the right circumstances to help you function but they certainly won't improve your energy level. I'm not saying refuse but it doesn't sound like they'd be the answer in your situation. (Note: I am not a doctor! Just someone who needed anti-d's at a time in my life!)

@Anniegetyourgun I don't think anitdepressents are the answer for me. Even the gp accepted that I am going through a lot. It's just feels too stressful at the moment.

I could have written your post except I was going through a lot about a year ago and now I'm out the other side I expect to feel better but I just feel quite flat.
Prioritise mental and physical downtime over stuff that isn't urgent or you will burnout. X

That sounds like mild depression to me - especially given that you've been under stress. I see that you don't want to take antidepressants (personally they've been a lifesaver for me, but of course we're all different) but talking therapies of one kind or another might help if you're not keen to try medication.

Are you working at the moment? If things are really getting on top of you, would your GP consider signing you off for a couple of weeks? It sounds as if you're exhausted and burnt out by everything you're dealing with, and if just one thing can go on the back burner for a couple of weeks, that might give you some time to focus and recharge your mental batteries a bit.

I sympathise greatly, because it's rotten to just be feeling crap all the time like that. I hope things do pick up for you soon

I am actually feeling slightly better today. Still no enthusiasm to do work so getting by doing only urgent and important tasks.

@10HailMarys I am considering taking a few days off but I know that I will end up just cursing myself for not doing more around the house. I am not against taking antidepressants if prescribed.

Gp is sort of aware of my situation. He mentioned that I am going through a lot and prescribed some sos sleeping aid which has helped me sleep better.